Your next big career step starts here
Are you a recent graduate who doesn’t yet have a job but wants to learn how real businesses work? The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) is offering a special internship program called GEPFuture Internship Programme 2026‑2028. It is a full‑time, 24‑month program that gives you hands‑on experience, a mentor who knows the ropes, and a solid start in South Africa’s biggest pension fund. You’ll get to live and work in Centurion, Gauteng, and you’ll finish the program ready to jump into a permanent job.
Why this internship matters
Most new graduates feel lost after graduation. GEPF’s program is designed to bridge that gap. You’ll be placed in a real department, work on actual projects, and see how the pension fund keeps the money of thousands of people safe and growing. By the end of the two years, you’ll have a clear idea of the career path that suits you best.
Quick facts
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | GEPFuture Internship Programme |
| Host | Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) |
| Length | 24 months |
| Place | Centurion, Gauteng |
| Who can join | Fresh graduates who don’t have a job yet |
| Available areas | Supply Chain, Human Resources, IT, Investments, Legal, Administration, Graphic Design |
| Deadline | 20 January 2026 |
| How to apply | Email your application (see below) |
What each area looks like
Below you’ll find a short description of each field, the degree needed, and what you will do if you join that part of the program.
Supply Chain Management
- What you need: A BTech, Advanced Diploma, or Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
- What you’ll learn: Buying and selling for the public sector, keeping track of goods, and making sure supplies reach the right place on time.
Human Capital Management (HR)
- What you need: A National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology.
- What you’ll do: Help with hiring, keep employee records, support performance reviews, and help maintain a friendly workplace.
Investments
- What you need: A Degree in Investment Management, Economics, Accounting or a related field.
- What you’ll learn: Managing portfolios, analyzing financial markets, and supporting the fund’s investment decisions.
Information Technology (IT)
- What you need: A Degree or Diploma in IT, Computer Science or a related field.
- What you’ll do: Support company systems, manage data, learn the basics of protecting computer networks, and work in a large IT environment.
Legal (Ombud)
- What you need: A background in law, compliance, or governance.
- What you’ll learn: Work with legal teams, support regulatory compliance, and help resolve disputes.
Secretariat & Administration
- What you need: A National Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or Business Management.
- What you’ll do: Organise office work, coordinate meetings, support executives, and learn how a big organisation runs.
Graphic Design
- What you need: A Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design or a similar creative field.
- What you’ll submit: A portfolio showing your best design work.
- What you’ll learn: Create visual content for the fund’s communications and branding.
How to get in
Pick your discipline.
Send an email to the appropriate address (each field has its own email, see the list below).
Use the correct subject line:
GEPFuture Internship Programme – [Discipline Name]
For example: GEPFuture Internship Programme – Information Technology
Attach these documents (no more than two pages for your CV):
- Updated CV
- Copy of your ID (certified)
- Certificates for your qualifications (certified)
- Academic transcripts
- Portfolio (only if you’re applying for Graphic Design)
All foreign qualifications must be checked by SAQA before you send them.
Email addresses
- Supply Chain: supplychain@gepfuture.com
- Human Resources: hr@gepfuture.com
- Investments: invest@gepfuture.com
- IT: it@gepfuture.com
- Legal: legal@gepfuture.com
- Administration: admin@gepfuture.com
- Graphic Design: design@gepfuture.com
(These addresses are examples. Make sure you use the actual email listed on the official GEPF site.)
Final notes
- The application deadline is 20 January 2026. After that, we won’t accept any more applications.
- We will only contact people who are chosen to move forward in the process.
If you’re ready to turn your university knowledge into real work experience, and you want to be part of a big organisation that manages millions of people’s money, this program could be the perfect fit. Don’t wait—send your application today and start building the career you want.