Right now the Road Accident Fund (RAF) is offering a limited‑time internship that could jump‑start your career, but the deadline is fast approaching.
What the opportunity is
The RAF is running two internship programmes in Durban, KwaZulu‑Natal. Both run for 18 months and pay a total of R96 000 (monthly stipend). The vacancies are:
- Facilities Management – 1 post (Reference 6715)
- Medical Management – 3 posts (Reference 6716)
Who can apply
You must meet all of the following:
- South African citizen, aged 18 to 25
- Unemployed at the time of application
- Hold a certified Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 certificate
- For Facilities Management: a Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management or a related field
- For Medical Management: an NQF Level 7 Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences or a medical‑related discipline
- No prior work experience or previous internship in the same field
- For Medical Management: a professional registration (e.g., HPCSA, SANC, SAPC, or another relevant body)
- Disability‑targeted role – preference given to people with disabilities
- Willingness to undergo security vetting
- If you studied abroad, you must have a SAQA evaluation of your qualifications
What you will gain
The internships give you real‑world exposure. You will learn to:
- Manage inventory, assets, fleet and facilities
- Handle contracts, space, parking and insurance claims
- Use SAP for payments and monthly reporting
- Assist with medical invoice processing, clinical coding, and managed‑healthcare procedures (Medical Management)
- Develop written and verbal communication, attention to detail and prioritisation skills
- Work with stakeholders, resolve queries and participate in road‑show activities
All of these are valuable for future full‑time roles in the public or private sector.
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Gather the required documents:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified Grade 12 certificate
- Certified diploma, advanced diploma or degree transcript
- Professional registration certificate (Medical Management only)
- Academic transcript (mandatory)
- Short CV (max 3 pages)
- Motivational letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you should be chosen
- Visit the official RAF recruitment portal: RAF online application site.
- Select the appropriate vacancy (Reference 6715 for Facilities, 6716 for Medical).
- Upload all certified documents and your CV/motivational letter.
- Submit the application before 25 August 2026.
Tips to improve your chances
- Apply early – only the first 100 applications will be considered.
- Check that every document is certified and legible; an un‑certified transcript will lead to rejection.
- Tailor your motivational letter to the specific internship, highlighting any relevant coursework or projects.
- Proofread your CV for spelling errors and keep it concise.
- If you have a disability, include the relevant documentation to benefit from the EE‑targeted preference.
- Limit applications to a maximum of three positions across all RAF vacancies.
Conclusion and next steps
This is a rare chance to earn a stipend while gaining 18 months of hands‑on experience in either facilities or medical management. If you meet the eligibility criteria, prepare your documents now and submit your application as soon as possible. Remember, the clock is ticking – the deadline is 25 August 2026, and only the first 100 applicants will be reviewed. Good luck!
