Right now, UNISA is offering a paid 12‑month internship for unemployed South African graduates. This could be the first step toward a professional career, especially if you have struggled to find work after finishing your degree. University of South Africa needs fresh talent for its Finance: Budget and Cost Management team in Pretoria.
What the internship is
The UNISA Internship Programme 2026 is a full‑time, paid placement lasting one year. The role sits in the Finance: Budget and Cost Management department at the university’s Muckleneuk campus, Pretoria. Two positions are available, each offering a stipend of R127 576 per annum. Interns start on 1 June 2026 and will gain hands‑on experience in budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
Who can apply
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Hold a UNISA qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher
- Be younger than 35 years old
- Have no previous work experience, including any prior UNISA employment
- Be unemployed at the time of application
- Preferably be a person with a disability (priority given under UNISA’s Employment Equity Plan)
What you will gain
- Practical finance experience in a large public institution
- Improved computer skills with Microsoft Office 365
- Professional communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience handling confidential information and tight deadlines
- A solid reference for future job applications
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents (all must be PDFs and not older than six months):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- One‑page motivational letter
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified copy of your Matric Certificate
- Certified Academic Record
- Certified copy of your UNISA qualification
- Visit the official application form: Apply for UNISA Internship Programme 2026.
- Enter the reference number REF/FIN/BCM/KM exactly as shown.
- Upload each required document in the appropriate field (PDF only, no passwords, no pictures).
- Submit the form before the closing date: 22 May 2026.
Tips to improve your chances
- Proofread your CV and motivational letter for spelling and grammar errors.
- Highlight any project work or university assignments that relate to finance or budgeting.
- Show clear examples of teamwork, problem‑solving, and meeting deadlines.
- Use a professional email address and phone number on all documents.
- Double‑check that every PDF is clear, legible, and dated within the last six months.
- Submit only one application per position; separate applications are required for different roles.
Final notes and contact
- Only PDF files are accepted; no zip files, pictures, or password‑protected documents.
- Relocation costs are your responsibility.
- All shortlisted candidates will undergo background checks.
- If you do not hear back within 30 days after 22 May 2026, your application was not successful.
Enquiries
Contact: Kagiso Maphoto
Phone: 012 429 3446
This internship could be the bridge from graduation to a lasting career. Gather your documents, apply before the deadline, and take the first step toward gaining real‑world finance experience.
