If you’re a South African graduate or a young job‑seeker hoping to get hands‑on experience at work in 2026, you’re in the right place. Below you’ll find nine internship programs that will close between 13 and 16 January 2026. They cover a wide range of fields – from mining and finance to health care, education, retail and the public sector. Grab the chance to learn a new skill, earn a paycheck and build your résumé before the deadlines run out.
1. Siyanda Bakgatla Platinum Mine – Metallurgical Graduate Internship (2026)
Siyanda Bakgatla Platinum Mine is looking for fresh graduates in Metallurgy or Chemical Engineering to join their Metallurgical Graduate Development Programme.
When to apply: 13 January 2026
Where: Operations in Limpopo and North West provinces; main office in Rosebank, Johannesburg
Want to join? Apply here
2. Mafube Coal – External Internship Programme (2026)
Mafube Coal is open to unemployed South African graduates. This two‑year internship gives you deep exposure to the mining and energy world.
When to apply: 13 January 2026
Duration: 2 years
Location: Middelburg, Mpumalanga
Interested? Apply now
3. Gert Sibande TVET College – NCV Services Studies Internship (2026)
Gert Sibande TVET College, working with AgriSETA, offers a one‑year internship for unemployed youth in the NCV Services Studies field.
When to apply: 13 January 2026 at 12:00 pm
Duration: 12 months
Location: Gert Sibande region, Mpumalanga
Apply here to start your journey
4. Momentum – Agreement Support Administrator Internship (2026)
If you’re looking for experience in corporate finance and admin, Momentum’s 12‑month Internship Programme might be a good fit.
When to apply: 13 January 2026
Duration: 12 months
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Ready to apply? Click here
5. Busamed Gateway Private Hospital – Healthcare Internship (2026)
Busamed Gateway Private Hospital invites graduates who want to work in a modern medical setting.
When to apply: 14 January 2026
Location: Busamed Gateway Private Hospital
Apply today through this link
6. Shoprite Group – Meat Market Graduate Programme (2026)
Shoprite is looking for graduates in Economics, Finance, Data Science or Commerce to join their Meat Market Graduate Programme.
When to apply: 15 January 2026
Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape
Want in? Apply now
7. Services SETA – 12‑Month Internship (2026)
Services SETA is offering a full‑time internship that covers a wide range of services sector roles.
When to apply: 16 January 2026
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
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8. PSIRA – Youth Employment Service (YES) Internship (2026/2027)
The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority runs a paid 12‑month internship for young people across South Africa.
When to apply: 16 January 2026
Locations: Gauteng, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu‑Natal
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9. Shipwreck Museum – EPWP Internship (2026)
The Shipwreck Museum, part of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, is opening up EPWP internships for students and young adults.
When to apply: 16 January 2026
Locations: Shipwreck Museum and Stellenbosch Museum
Apply here for this program
Final Reminder
All these internship programmes close by 16 January 2026. If you miss the deadline, you won’t get a chance to join. Make sure you have your documents ready and submit everything on time. Good luck!