Are you a South African graduate or a student who still needs hands‑on experience? The South African Council for Educators has opened its 2026 Internship Programme, and the deadline is fast approaching. This could be your chance to start a career in education administration while earning a stipend.
What is the SACE Internship Programme 2026?
The South African Council for Educators (SACE) is offering an 18‑month paid internship for unemployed South African citizens who are 35 years old or younger. Interns will work at SACE’s head office in Centurion or at one of its provincial offices across the country.
Who can apply?
- South African citizen
- Unemployed
- 35 years of age or younger
- Completed a higher‑education qualification or need experiential training to finish your studies
- No previous SACE internship experience
- Willing to sign an 18‑month contract
What will you receive?
Interns are paid a monthly stipend that matches their NQF level:
- NQF Level 6 – R5 000 per month
- NQF Level 7 – R6 500 per month
- NQF Level 8 – R7 500 per month
Available internship posts
1. Communication Intern
Location: SACE Head Office, Centurion
Reference: COMMS001
Vacancies: 1
Requirements:
- Matric
- Bachelor’s degree in Digital Communications, Media Studies, Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
- NQF Level 7 with 360 or 480 credits
2. Registration Interns (Provincial Offices)
Limpopo – REF: REG/LIM002 – Vacancies: 2
KwaZulu‑Natal – REF: REG/KZN002 – Vacancies: 2
Eastern Cape – REF: REG/EC002 – Vacancies: 2
Free State – REF: REG/FS002 – Vacancies: 2
Head Office – REF: REG/HO002 – Vacancies: 2
Requirements:
- Matric
- Bachelor of Administration or Diploma in Management Assistant, Office Management or Public Management
- NQF Level 6 with 360 credits
3. Legal and Ethics Interns
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: LEGAL0003
Vacancies: 2
Requirements:
- Matric
- Bachelor of Law, BA Law, LLB or Diploma in Paralegal (NQF 7, 360 credits)
- NQF Level 8 with 480 credits
4. Finance Interns (Head Office)
4.1 Finance Revenue Intern – REF: FINREV0004 – Vacancies: 1
4.2 Finance Bookkeeping Intern – REF: BOOK0005 – Vacancies: 1
4.3 Finance SCM Interns – REF: FINSCM0004 – Vacancies: 2
Requirements (Revenue & Bookkeeping):
- Matric
- Diploma or degree in Accounting
- NQF Level 6 with 240 credits or NQF Level 7 with 360 credits
Requirements (SCM):
- Diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics
- NQF Level 6 with 260 credits
5. Human Resource Intern
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: HR0005
Vacancies: 1
Requirements:
- Matric
- Diploma or degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations or Training & Development
- NQF Level 6 with 360 credits or NQF Level 7 with 360 credits
6. PMERR Interns
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: PMERR0006
Vacancies: 2
Requirements:
- Matric
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Developmental Studies, Developmental Planning, Public Administration, Operations Management or Public Management
- NQF Level 7 with 360 credits or NQF Level 6 with 240 credits
7. Internal Audit Intern
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: INTAUD007
Vacancies: 1
Requirements:
- Matric
- Diploma or degree in Internal Auditing or Risk Management
- NQF Level 6 with 360 credits or NQF Level 7 with 360 credits
8. ICT Intern
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: ICT008
Vacancies: 1
Requirements:
- Matric
- Diploma or degree in Information Technology
- NQF Level 6 with 360 credits or NQF Level 7 with 360 credits
9. Professional Development Interns
Location: Head Office, Centurion
Reference: PD009
Vacancies: 2
Requirements:
- Matric
- Bachelor of Administration or Diploma in Management Assistant, Office Management or Public Management
- NQF Level 6 with 360 credits
Documents you must submit
- Completed SACE Employment Application Form (downloadable from the SACE website)
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of all qualifications (must be dated within the last 6 months)
How to apply – step by step
- Download the application form from the SACE website.
- Fill in all sections accurately.
- Gather the certified documents listed above.
- Compose an email to recruitment@sace.org.za. Use the reference number of the position you want in the subject line (e.g., “COMMS001”).
- Attach the completed form, CV, ID copy and qualification copies.
- Send the email before 07 July 2026.
Alternatively, you can hand‑deliver or courier your application to:
Human Resource Unit
SACE Building, Block 1
240 Crossway Park Offices
Corner Jean Avenue
Centurion
Tips to improve your chances
- Make sure every document is clearly certified and not older than six months.
- Tailor your CV to highlight the skills mentioned in the specific internship description.
- Use the exact reference number in the email subject – this tells recruiters you read the instructions.
- Proofread for spelling and formatting errors; a clean application shows attention to detail.
- If you have any doubts, call the contacts below for clarification.
Need more information?
Mary Chauke: 012 663 0429
Motsatsi Makgoba: 012 663 0423
Application deadline
The closing date for all applications is 07 July 2026. Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. If you do not hear back within three months after the deadline, you can assume your application was not successful.
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