Job Alert: 12‑Month Internship with SAFCOL 2026
South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL) is looking for fresh graduates and skilled artisans who are currently out of work to join its YES Internship Programme 2026. The program lasts a full year, runs across three provinces (Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo), and offers real‑world experience in many different areas of forestry and business. If you are under 35, have a diploma, degree, or trade certificate from a recognised school, and want to learn how a big state‑run company runs its operations while protecting the environment, this could be the perfect start to your career.
About SAFCOL
SAFCOL is a South African state company that manages commercial forests responsibly. It grows timber, runs forest businesses, looks after the environment, helps rural communities, and creates jobs. Working here lets you see how natural resources can be used sustainably and how a big organisation supports the country’s growth.
Internship Overview
The YES Programme is all about hands‑on learning. Interns are placed where the company needs help, so you might work in finance, marketing, human resources, IT, or even ecotourism. You’ll get paid and receive a clear path to future employment if you do well.
Important dates:
- Application deadline: 6 February 2026
- Length: 12 months
- Locations: Pretoria (Gauteng), Mbombela (Mpumalanga), Sabie (Mpumalanga), Levubu (Limpopo)
Available Roles
Finance (Debtors) Intern – Pretoria
Reference: DEDT-PTA
- Need a diploma or degree in Finance or Cost & Management Accounting.
Finance (Tax & Treasury) Intern – Mbombela
Reference: TAX-MBO
Finance (Creditors) Intern – Mbombela
Reference: CRE-MBO
- Qualifications in Financial Management, Accounting, Bookkeeping, or Cost & Management Accounting.
Finance (Supply Chain Management) Intern – Mbombela
Reference: SCM-MBO
- Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Purchasing, Procurement, Operations Management, Accounting, or Finance.
Finance (Group Reporting & Budgeting) Intern – Pretoria
Reference: FIN-PTA
- Degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance.
Strategy, Planning & Commercial (Communication & Marketing) Intern – Pretoria
Reference: COM-PTA
- Degree or diploma in Graphic Design.
Human Capital Operations Intern – Mbombela
Reference: HC-MBO
- Degree, national diploma or N6 certificate in Human Resource Management.
ICT (Support Technician) Intern – Mbombela
Reference: ICT-MBO
- Diploma in Information Technology.
Property & Ecotourism (Ecotourism) Intern – Sabie
Reference: ECO-SAB
- Diploma in Tourism Management or Ecotourism Management.
Learning & Development Intern – Levubu
Reference: L&D-TIM
- Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resource Development, Training, or an ETDP certificate.
Office of the CEO Intern – Mbombela
Reference: OFF-CEO
- N6 Diploma in Management Assistant or Business Studies.
Internal Auditing Intern – Mbombela
Reference: INT-AUD-MBO
- National diploma or BCom in Internal Auditing.
Internal Auditing (Forensic) Intern – Mbombela
Reference: FOREN-MBO
- National diploma or BCom in Internal Auditing or an LLB.
What You Need to Apply
- A clear CV that shows your education and any work or volunteer experience.
- Certified copies of all your certificates or diplomas.
- A certified copy of your South African ID.
When you send your application, put the exact reference number in the email subject line. This helps the team match your skills with the right role.
How to Send Your Application
Send an email to interns@safcol.co.za with your CV and documents attached. Make sure to mention the internship reference number you’re applying for.
Why This Internship Is Worth Your Time
Working with SAFCOL gives you a chance to see how a national company manages forests while also caring for the planet. You’ll learn practical skills that are useful in many jobs, get a mentor in your field, and build a network that can help you find future work. The experience is especially valuable because it mixes business, technology, and environmental stewardship – all areas that are growing fast in South Africa.
Don’t miss out on a chance to start your professional journey with a company that plays a big part in the country’s economy and sustainability goals. Apply before 6 February 2026 and take the first step toward a rewarding career.