The Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency (MEGA) invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Internship Location: Nelspruit, Ekandustria and Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa
The Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency (MEGA), in partnership with the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET), is offering a 12-month Graduate Internship Programme for unemployed graduates.
The programme aims to provide graduates with valuable workplace experience in various business units within the organisation. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R5 000.
Available Internship Opportunities
MEGA is recruiting interns across different business units and professional fields:
Finance Internships (Ref: FIN2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 4
Field of Study:
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Supply Chain Management
Funding Internships (Ref: FUN2026/01)
Location:
- Head Office – Nelspruit
- Ekandustria
- Secunda
Number of Interns: 4
Field of Study:
- Developmental Studies
- Economics
- Finance
Trade Promotions Internship (Ref: T&I2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 1
Field of Study:
- Economics
- Business Management
- Or equivalent qualification
Information Technology Internships (Ref: IT2026/01)
Location:
- Head Office – Nelspruit
- Ekandustria
Number of Interns: 4
Field of Study:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Human Capital Management Internships (Ref: HR2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 2
Field of Study:
- Human Resources
- Payroll Management
- Or related qualification
Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Internship (Ref: EWR2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 1
Field of Study:
- Risk Management
- Internal Audit
Legal Internships (Ref: LE2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 2
Field of Study:
- Legal Assistance
- Paralegal Studies
- Criminology
Internal Audit Internships (Ref: IA2026/01)
Location: Head Office – Nelspruit
Number of Interns: 2
Field of Study:
- Internal Audit
Internship Stipend
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R5 000 during the programme.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must hold a qualification at NQF Level 6 or NQF Level 7
- Qualification must be in a relevant field of study
- Must be an unemployed graduate
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of Identity Document
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency (MEGA) Graduate Internships 2026.
Interested candidates should submit their applications stating the reference number of the internship they are applying for.
Send applications to:
Email: recruits@mega.gov.za
Enquiries:
Senior Manager: Human Capital Management – Ms Lindi Tshabalala
HRD Officer – Mr Fulufhelo Ramabulana
Tel: 013 492 5818
Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants who do not receive feedback within 60 days after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
MEGA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and preference will be given to candidates who enhance the organisation’s gender and racial representation in line with its Employment Equity Plan.