The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for Support Internship opportunities in Information Technology and Health, Safety and Environmental Services for 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 03 September 2026
Internship Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
SAMRC Support Internship Programme 2026
The South African Medical Research Council is recruiting graduates for internship opportunities in two areas:
Information Technology Services
and
Health, Safety and Environmental Services
Both opportunities are contract positions based in Cape Town and offer market-related remuneration.
Available Internship Opportunities
| Internship | Reference | Department | Qualification | Posts | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Support Intern: IT | R972A | Information Technology Services | Diploma/Degree in Information Technology or similar field | X1 | Market Related |
| Support Intern: HSE | R971A | Facilities Management | Diploma/Degree in Health and Safety or similar field | X1 | Market Related |
SAMRC Support Intern: IT
Reference Number: R972A
Department: Information Technology Services
Industry: Information Technology
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: X1
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
The SAMRC is inviting graduates to participate in an internship programme within the Information Technology Department.
Applicants must have a higher education:
Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or a similar field.
Applicants should also be computer literate and able to communicate effectively.
SAMRC Support Intern: HSE
Reference Number: R971A
Department: Facilities Management
Industry: Office Support
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: X1
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
The successful candidate will participate in an internship programme within the SAMRC Health, Safety and Environmental Office.
Applicants must have a higher education:
Diploma or Degree in Health and Safety or a similar field.
Applicants should also be computer literate and able to communicate effectively.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents with their online applications:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies of completed qualifications.
- Certified copy of Identity Document.
- Driver’s licence, where applicable.
Applications must be submitted through the SAMRC Direct Hire recruitment system.
Remuneration
Successful interns will receive a salary.
Both opportunities are advertised as:
Market Related
The exact salary amount is not specified in the supplied advertisements.
How to Apply for SAMRC IT Internship 2026
Applications for the Information Technology internship must be submitted online.
Click here to apply for SAMRC Support Intern: IT 2026
Reference Number: R972A
How to Apply for SAMRC HSE Internship 2026
Applications for the Health, Safety and Environmental internship must also be submitted online.
Click here to apply for SAMRC Support Intern: HSE 2026
Reference Number: R971A
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications for both opportunities close on:
03 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Important Application Notes
There are two graduate internship opportunities available in Cape Town, with one position in Information Technology and one position in Health, Safety and Environmental Services.
Applicants must hold the relevant Diploma or Degree and should ensure that all required certified supporting documents are included with their applications.