Road Accident Fund invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 14 July 2026
Internship Location: Polokwane, Mafikeng, Nelspruit and Pretoria, South Africa
Road Accident Fund Internships 2026
The Road Accident Fund is inviting unemployed graduates between the ages of 18 and 25 to apply for internship opportunities.
A total of 6 internship posts are available in the Customer Experience Centre and Claims Investigation fields.
The internship programme is part of the RAF’s commitment to youth skills development by providing graduates with work-based experience.
Internship Details
Organisation: Road Accident Fund
Programme: Internship Programme 2026
Employment Type: Internship
T.A.S.K Grade: IN
Salary: R96 000 per annum
Monthly Stipend: Provided
Closing Date: 14 July 2026
Available Internship Opportunities
Customer Experience Centre Internship
Reference Number: 6644
Number of Posts: 4
Locations: Mafikeng x1, Polokwane x1 and Nelspruit x2
Division: 3300
Salary: R96 000 per annum
Duration: 18 months
Closing Date: 14 July 2026
Purpose of the Customer Experience Centre Internship
The Road Accident Fund is offering the Customer Experience Centre Internship to unemployed graduates who want to gain practical experience in claims administration and client support.
The internship will run for a period of 18 months.
A verification process will be undertaken to check whether applicants have previous work experience anywhere within South Africa.
Work-Based Exposure
Interns may gain exposure to:
Consultation and assisting with claimant queries.
Providing information to claimants.
Facilitating the signing of offers from the region.
Attending outreach events where required.
Onboarding and registration of new claims.
Verification and validation of new claims.
Assessing the nature of accidents in claims to establish RAF liability.
General office administration.
Filing and data capturing related to the claims administration process.
Requirements for Customer Experience Centre Internship
Applicants must submit a certified copy of Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
Applicants must have a B Degree or Diploma at NQF Level 7.
Applicants must submit a certified copy of ID.
Applicants must submit a certified copy of academic transcript.
Applicants must submit a CV and motivational letter.
How to apply for Customer Experience Centre Internship
Click here to apply for Road Accident Fund Customer Experience Centre Internship 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official RAF careers portal.
Claims Investigator Internship
Reference Number: 6668
Number of Posts: 2
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Division: 3300
Salary: R96 000 per annum
Duration: 18 months
Closing Date: 14 July 2026
Purpose of the Claims Investigator Internship
The Road Accident Fund is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for the Claims Investigation Internship.
This internship gives graduates practical exposure to claims investigation, evidence gathering, accident assessment and investigation reporting.
The programme is aimed at unemployed graduates between the ages of 18 and 25.
Work-Based Exposure
Interns may gain exposure to:
Tracing insured drivers and witnesses.
Obtaining statements.
Drafting accident scene sketch plans.
Conducting inspections in loco.
Participating in the assessment process of investigations.
Identifying and escalating fraud and corruption cases.
Handling PAIA-related matters.
Verifying attorney documentation.
Gathering evidence and recording statements correctly.
Preparing clear investigation reports.
Basic exposure to Loss of Support analysis.
Compiling full investigation reports.
Requirements for Claims Investigator Internship
Applicants must submit a certified copy of Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7 in a relevant field.
Relevant fields include:
Policing.
Forensic studies.
Criminal Justice.
Law-related qualification.
Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence.
Applicants must submit a certified copy of ID.
Applicants must submit a certified copy of academic transcript.
Applicants must submit a CV and motivational letter.
How to apply for Claims Investigator Internship
Click here to apply for Road Accident Fund Claims Investigator Internship 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official RAF careers portal.
Technical and Behavioural Competencies
Applicants should have written and verbal communication skills.
Applicants should have interpersonal skills.
Applicants should show attention to detail.
Applicants should have the desire and potential to learn.
Applicants should be self-motivated.
Applicants should have basic computer skills.
Applicants should be able to prioritise tasks when required.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants must indicate the province and reference number for the internship they are applying for on the subject line.
Applicants must submit a short CV and motivational letter explaining why their application should be considered.
The CV and motivational letter must not exceed 3 pages.
Applications without an academic transcript will not be considered.
Applicants may apply for a maximum of 3 positions only.
Applicants must complete an application for each reference number.
Applicants must be unemployed.
Applicants must never have been employed in the field of the post.
Applicants must never have participated in an internship programme in the relevant field.
Applicants must not have previously served as an intern.
Applicants who fail to disclose previous internship experience may be disqualified.
Prospective employees may be subjected to security vetting.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
Certified copy of Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
Certified copy of ID document.
Certified copy of academic transcript.
Relevant qualification.
Updated CV.
Motivational letter.
Valid driver’s licence, where required.
Remuneration
Interns will receive a monthly stipend.
The advertised job posting salary is R96 000 per annum.
Closing Date
The closing date for Road Accident Fund Internships 2026 is 14 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
Final Thoughts
The Road Accident Fund Internships 2026 offer unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience in claims administration, customer service and claims investigation.
Graduates between the ages of 18 and 25 who meet the requirements should apply online before 14 July 2026.