merSETA 2026 Graduate Internship: 24-Month Career Growth Opportunity

Join merSETA's 24-month Graduate Internship! 42 positions nationwide. Apply by 20 April 2026 for a career-defining experience.

Embark on a transformative professional journey with the merSETA Graduate internship Programme 2026. This unique 24-month internship offers 42 positions across South Africa, providing a deep dive into skills development within critical industries such as automotive and plastics. Applications close on 20 April 2026, so act swiftly to seize this opportunity.

About the Opportunity
The merSETA Graduate Internship Programme is a prestigious initiative by the Manufacturing & Engineering SETA aimed at unemployed graduates aged 18-35 who have not previously participated in an internship. This 24-month programme is designed to enhance your professional development significantly more than typical 12-month contracts.

Closing Date
Applications must be submitted by 20 April 2026.

Key Responsibilities
Interns will be placed in various specialized units at the Head Office in Parktown, Johannesburg, and regional offices nationwide. Responsibilities will include working in Core Skills Development, Corporate Services, and Governance, among others.

Requirements/Qualifications
– South African citizenship
– Aged between 18 and 35
– Unemployed with no prior internship experience
– Holding a Diploma, Degree, or Honours in fields such as Business, Finance, ICT, Law, or Engineering

Benefits
The internship offers a tiered stipend model based on academic level, ranging from R10,000 to R12,000 per month, providing a competitive living wage.

Why This Internship is a Professional Milestone
This programme not only offers a job but provides a comprehensive understanding of the South African labor market and skills development legislation, setting you on a path to a successful career.