If you just finished a BCom in Finance in South Africa and you’re still looking for a real job, you might want to think about the Life Healthcare Finance Graduate Internship Programme 2026. This is a 12‑month job that will let you work at Life The Glynnwood Hospital in Benoni, Gauteng, and learn how big hospitals manage money. The internship ends on Thursday, 26 February 2026, so you’ll need to get your papers in before then.
## What the job looks like
You’ll be a Finance Graduate Intern. The work is not just theory – you’ll do everyday finance tasks that a real hospital needs. You’ll help with cash books, keep track of payments and receipts, and make sure everything adds up. You’ll also help with journal entries, month‑end closing and make sure the books follow rules and regulations. When patients owe money, you’ll sit with the collection team and learn how to recover payments. And when the office is busy, you’ll jump in to support the whole finance team. All of this gives you real, job‑ready experience that will shine on your CV.
## Why you should care
Working in a hospital is one of the safest career paths in South Africa. Healthcare doesn’t go out of business, so the skills you learn here will be useful wherever you go. You’ll get to see how a large organisation uses software, how it keeps records, and how it deals with money problems. When the internship is over, you’ll be able to say you worked in a real finance environment, which makes it easier to find a full‑time job.
## What you need to qualify
| Requirement | Details |
|————–|———|
| Degree | BCom or an equivalent in Finance or Accounting |
| Graduation | You must have finished your studies; you cannot still be a student |
| Current status | You should be looking for work (unemployed) |
| Computer skills | Know Microsoft Office, especially Excel – it helps a lot |
| Work style | You can stay calm when deadlines come and you can focus on details |
If you don’t match all these points, it is best to hold off until you do. The programme is only for recent graduates who have finished their studies.
## What skills the company looks for
Life Healthcare wants people who can:
* Think clearly about numbers and problems
* Pay close attention to small details
* Follow rules and act honestly
* Write and talk clearly
* Use computers comfortably
* Work well with others
* Show energy and a desire to do their best
* Adapt when the workplace changes fast
These skills help you grow into a junior accountant, finance officer or administrator.
## How to apply
1. Write a clear, finance‑focused CV.
2. Gather these documents: a certified copy of your ID, a certified copy of your degree certificate, and your academic transcript if you have one.
3. Send everything to Glynnwood.vacancies@lifehealthcare.co.za.
4. In the email subject line, write “Finance Graduate Internship 2026 – [Your Full Name]”.
5. Make sure you do it before Thursday, 26 February 2026.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered, so be sure to finish everything before the deadline.
## What to do before you apply
* Double‑check you meet the qualification list.
* Take an internship readiness quiz that Life Healthcare offers online.
* Keep track of your daily career score – it’s a way to see how your skills match the job.
* Build a professional CV and a strong letter that explains why you want this role.
* Practice answers to common interview questions.
* Think about whether this internship fits your long‑term career plan.
Being prepared can boost your chance of getting in.
## The bottom line
This internship is more than a summer job. It gives you hands‑on experience with cash management, journals, and debt recovery. It shows you how to keep a financial record in a big, regulated setting. It also opens doors for future jobs in finance and administration. Many graduates find that an internship like this is the difference between having a diploma and having a real job.
If you want to start your career in finance with a solid, practical foundation, this Life Healthcare program could be the stepping stone you need. Check the deadlines, gather your documents, and send your application before the end of February. Good luck!