Looking for a way to start your career right now? Rand Refinery Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 is accepting applications for three‑month placements in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
What the internship is
Rand Refinery is offering a short‑term graduate internship for unemployed graduates. The internship runs for 3 months and ends on 15 October 2026. Positions are available in Johannesburg, Gauteng and Cape Town, Western Cape.
Who can apply – eligibility
Sales and Marketing Graduate Intern
Must have completed a Diploma or Degree in a related field such as Marketing, Business Management or Commerce.
Business Management Graduate Intern
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in:
- Commerce
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Marketing
- A related field
Logistics Graduate Intern
Must have a Degree or National Diploma at NQF Level 6 or higher in:
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Transport Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Data Analytics
Electrical Engineering Graduate Intern
Must have a qualification at NQF Level 5, 6 or 7 in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
Sales Graduate Intern
Must have a National Diploma or Higher Certificate in Chemical Engineering.
Occupational Health and Safety Graduate Intern
Must hold one of the following:
- Higher National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
- National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
- BHSc Occupational Hygiene
- Bachelor of Environmental Health with Occupational Hygiene
Legal Graduate Intern
Must have completed:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or
- An equivalent legal qualification recognised for registration as a Candidate Attorney with the Legal Practice Council of South Africa.
What you will gain
Successful candidates will be hired on a 3‑month contract. You will work in real business environments and gain exposure to:
- Sales and Marketing
- Business Management
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Engineering (Electrical & Chemical)
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Legal Services
The experience will strengthen your CV and help you decide on a long‑term career path.
How to apply – step by step
- Identify the internship that matches your qualification.
- Click the official link for that internship (see below).
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload a current CV and any relevant certificates.
- Submit before the deadline on 15 October 2026.
Application links
- Sales and Marketing – Apply here
- Business Management – Apply here
- Logistics – Apply here
- Electrical Engineering – Apply here
- Sales – Apply here
- Occupational Health & Safety – Apply here
- Legal – Apply here
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to the specific internship – highlight relevant courses and projects.
- Write a concise cover letter that explains why you are interested in the field and what you hope to learn.
- Proofread all documents for spelling and grammar errors.
- Submit your application well before the deadline to avoid last‑minute technical issues.
- Research Rand Refinery’s core business so you can speak knowledgeably in a potential interview.
Next steps
If you meet the qualification requirements, choose the appropriate link above and submit your application before 15 October 2026. This could be the first step toward a rewarding career in South Africa’s refining industry.
