The National Skills Fund (NSF) is inviting applicants for its 2025/2026 Graduate Internship Programme. The internships are aimed at providing work exposure to graduates in their relevant field of study. The successful applicants will be placed in various roles across different departments at the NSF.
Internship Opportunities:
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Human Resources Management and Development
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Supply Chain Management
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Secretariat
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Legal
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Asset and Facilities Management
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Registry
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Information and Communication Technology
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Internal Audit
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Office of Executive Officer
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Public Relations and Communications
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Finance
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Office of the CFO
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Organisational Performance and Reporting
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Strategy Innovation and Partnership
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Research
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Bursaries
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Programme Monitoring
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Quality Assurance
Location:
The internships will be located at various NSF offices in Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg, East London, Gqeberha, Vhembe, and Capricorn.
Minimum Requirements:
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National Diploma or Degree in the relevant field (for example, Public Management, Administration, Accounting, ICT, etc.).
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N6 Certificate in specific fields for some positions.
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South African citizens are eligible to apply.
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Applicants must be unemployed and should not have participated in any previous Graduate Internship programs.
Closing Date:
29 August 2025
How to Apply:
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Apply Online through the provided application link.
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Required Documentation:
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CV
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Certified copies of ID, qualifications, and academic transcripts.
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Proof of application for a relevant field of study (if applicable).
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Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents.
For more information on specific roles, application guidelines, and how to apply, check the official NSF Internship Page.
Key Points to Remember:
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Ensure all documentation is submitted by the due date to avoid disqualification.
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Follow all application steps carefully and apply for one role at a time. If applying for multiple roles, submit a separate application for each.
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The NSF is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from designated groups.
How to Apply:
For a better experience and clarity, please use a computer or laptop to complete the application.
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Apply Online:
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Use the following link to apply via the Online Z83:
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Follow the easy prompts and instructions provided.
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Supporting Documents:
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Upload the following supporting documents along with your application:
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Comprehensive CV
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Any other required documents as per the specific position’s instructions.
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Important Notes:
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Shortlisted Candidates: Only candidates who are shortlisted will be asked to submit certified copies of documents before the interview date.
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Separate Applications: If applying for more than one field of study, please submit a separate Z83 form for each application, along with the required documentation.
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Previous Internship Participation: Applicants who have previously participated as Graduate Interns or contract workers in the Public Service will be disqualified.
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Foreign Qualifications: It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
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Document Submission: Ensure that all required documents are submitted before the due date. Incomplete applications or failure to submit the required documents will result in disqualification.