📍 Locations: Cape Town | Losberg Site (Northern Cape) | Hartebeesthoek (HartRAO)
🗓️ Start Date: 1 March 2026
📅 Closing Date: 17 November 2025
🏢 Organisation: South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO)
🚀 About the Programme
The SARAO Graduate-In-Training Programme offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting fields of radio astronomy, engineering, data science, and technology.
This 3-year structured programme bridges the gap between academic study and professional work, giving graduates exposure to cutting-edge projects, mentorship, and real-world problem-solving in one of South Africa’s most advanced scientific environments.
Graduates will have the chance to contribute to significant national and international research initiatives — including projects related to the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), the world’s largest radio telescope.
🎯 What the Programme Offers
✅ Mentorship & Guidance – Learn from experienced industry experts and researchers.
✅ Project Exposure – Work directly on SARAO’s real-world engineering and research projects.
✅ Skills Development – Gain both technical and professional skills through workshops and seminars.
✅ Networking Opportunities – Connect with peers, scientists, and leaders in the tech and research space.
✅ Career Growth Support – Financial assistance for graduates registering for a part-time Master’s degree at a South African university.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold a qualification in one of the following:
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BEng/BScEng (Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical/Mechatronics, Civil)
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BEng/BScEng (Computer Science) or BSc (Hons) Computer Science
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BEng or BTech (Civil Engineering)
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MSc (Electronics, Radio Frequency, Antennas)
📍 Placement Locations
Successful candidates will be placed at:
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SARAO Cape Town Office
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Losberg Site, Northern Cape
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Hartebeesthoek (HartRAO) Office
⚙️ Programme Details
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Duration: 3 Years
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Start Date: 1 March 2026
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Financial Support: Provided for part-time Master’s study
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Assessment: Shortlisted candidates must complete an online assessment
📝 How to Apply
Click the link below to apply for the 2026 SARAO Graduate-In-Training Programme:
👉 CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Closing Date: Monday, 17 November 2025