Jump into a 12‑Month Internship at SAFCOL – Your First Step into the Forestry and Finance World
If you just finished university or a trade course and you’re looking for a real job, SAFCOL SOC Ltd is launching a 12‑month internship for students and artisans under 35. The program is a chance to work in real projects, learn from people who know their jobs, and see how a big company manages South Africa’s forests. You’ll get paid, gain fresh skills, and add a strong résumé item that will help you get a full‑time job later on. The internship runs from now until February 2026, with spots in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo.
What is SAFCOL?
SAFCOL is a state‑owned company that runs South Africa’s commercial forests. It plans tree plantations, cuts timber, and keeps the environment healthy. The company also helps local communities grow jobs and keeps a balance between making money and taking care of the land.
The Internship: What It Looks Like
The SAFCOL YES Internship Programme gives hands‑on work in many areas of the business. You will be placed in the department that needs help the most, so you can see how the company runs from inside. The programme is open to anyone with a National Diploma, a degree, or a trade test certificate from a recognised school.
Who can apply?
- Must be 35 or younger
- Must not be employed at another company that conflicts with the internship
What do you need?
- A detailed CV that shows your skills and experience
- Certified copies of every qualification you have earned
- A copy of your South African ID
Put the reference number of the internship you want in the email subject line. That way the team can sort your application quickly.
Where Can You Work?
Below are all the internships that are still open. Each one has a short reference number you’ll need to mention in your application.
| Department | Reference | Location | What you need to qualify |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance – Debtors | DEDT-PTA | Pretoria | Diploma or degree in Finance or Cost & Management Accounting |
| Finance – Tax & Treasury | TAX-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma or degree in Finance, Tax or Treasury |
| Finance – Creditors | CRE-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma, degree or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Cost & Management Accounting or Financial Management |
| Finance – Supply Chain | SCM-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Operations, Accounting or Finance |
| Finance – Group Reporting & Budgeting | FIN-PTA | Pretoria | Diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance |
| Strategy, Planning & Marketing (Communication) | COM-PTA | Pretoria | Diploma or degree in Graphic Design |
| Human Capital Operations | HC-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma or certificate in Human Resource Management |
| ICT – Support Technician | ICT-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma in Information Technology |
| Property & Ecotourism | ECO-SAB | Sabie | Diploma in Tourism Management or Ecotourism |
| Learning & Development | L&D-TIM | Levubu | Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resource Development, Training or certificate in ETDP |
| Office of the CEO | OFF-CEO | Mbombela | Diploma in Management Assistant or Business Studies |
| Internal Auditing | INT-AUD-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma or BCom in Internal Auditing |
| Internal Auditing – Forensics | FOREN-MBO | Mbombela | Diploma, BCom in Internal Auditing or an LLB |
When you’re ready to choose, think about where you want to learn more and which subjects you studied. If you’re unsure, feel free to ask the recruitment team.
How to Apply
- Make sure you have a clean CV and copies of your qualifications ready.
- Write a short email in which you tell the team which internship you want, using the reference number in the subject line.
- Send it to interns@safcol.co.za.
Apply now – the deadline is 6 February 2026.
If you need help putting your CV together or want more info on a specific role, just reply to that email or call the HR office. They will guide you through the steps.
Why This Internship Is a Good Move
- Hands‑on experience in a real company that runs big projects.
- You’ll learn how to balance profit with protecting forests, a skill that matters to many employers.
- Working with a team that has real responsibilities will make your résumé stand out.
- The internship lasts a full year, giving you time to see projects through and build confidence.
SAFCOL is looking for motivated people who want to grow, learn new tools, and help the country’s forest sector thrive. If you’re ready to step into a role where your work matters, this internship could be the next step in your career.
Take the first move: send your application by 6 February and see where your future can go.