The University of South Africa (UNISA) invites unemployed South African graduates who completed a UNISA qualification to apply for the Finance: Asset Management Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 16 September 2026 at 23:59
Internship Location: UNISA Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
UNISA Internship Programme 2026
UNISA is offering a 12-month internship programme to unemployed South African citizens who have completed a UNISA qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher.
The Finance: Asset Management internship provides three opportunities at UNISA’s Muckleneuk Campus in Pretoria.
Successful candidates are expected to assume duty on:
01 October 2026
Internship Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | University of South Africa (UNISA) |
| Department | Finance: Asset Management |
| Reference Number | REF/FIN/FAM/KM |
| Number of Positions | X3 |
| Location | Muckleneuk, Pretoria |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Stipend | R127,576 per annum |
| Assumption of Duty | 01 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 16 September 2026 at 23:59 |
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be UNISA graduates and must have completed one of the following qualifications:
Diploma in Accounting
or
BCom in Accounting Science / Accounting Science qualification
The qualification must include Financial Accounting as a major.
The general internship requirement is a completed UNISA qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6 or above.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens and must not be older than 35 years.
Candidates must have no previous work experience.
According to the advert, applicants who were previously appointed at UNISA or another organisation will not be considered.
Applicants must also have graduated from UNISA in the required field of study.
Students and graduates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Skills and Competencies
UNISA is looking for candidates with computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office 365 and internet skills.
Applicants should also demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, telephone etiquette, initiative and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Other important competencies include attention to detail, time management, problem-solving ability, confidentiality, punctuality and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Candidates should be proficient in written and spoken English and be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must upload:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified academic record.
- Certified copy of completed UNISA qualification.
Certified documents must not be older than six months.
Only PDF documents will be accepted. Pictures and password-protected documents will not be accepted.
Important Application Requirements
The correct position reference number and the applicant’s UNISA student number must be accurately provided during the application process.
Applicants applying for more than one internship position must submit a separate application for each position.
The reference number for this opportunity is:
REF/FIN/FAM/KM
How to Apply for UNISA Finance Asset Management Internships 2026
Applications must be submitted through the UNISA online internship application form.
Click here to apply for UNISA Finance Asset Management Internships 2026
The application link is intended for UNISA students and graduates.
Applicants must quote:
REF/FIN/FAM/KM
The supplied advert also states that the reference number must be indicated as the email subject, but no separate application email address is provided in the information supplied. Applicants should therefore follow the instructions presented in the official UNISA online application form.
Internship Stipend
Successful candidates will receive:
R127,576 per annum
The programme is governed by a 12-month Internship Agreement and is not an employment contract.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
16 September 2026 at 23:59
Applications must be submitted before the deadline.
Enquiries
For enquiries, contact:
Kagiso Maphoto
Telephone: 012 429 3446
Important Notes
Relocation costs will be for the applicant’s own account.
Background checks will be conducted on successful candidates.
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates, who must be available for interviews on dates determined by UNISA.
Applicants who are not contacted within 30 days after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.