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TotalEnergies 2026 Graduate Internship Program – Launch Your Career

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If you’ve just finished university and want a real jump start into the energy world, look no further than the 2026 internship program at TotalEnergies. This is an 18‑month chance to work in South Africa with a company that’s a big name in oil, gas, electricity and even solar and wind power. You’ll get paid, get real‑world training, and meet mentors who can guide you through your first steps in a professional setting.

Why TotalEnergies?

TotalEnergies is a global firm headquartered in France. It runs plants and projects in many countries and is trying to make energy cleaner and less harmful to the planet. Even if you’re studying finance or IT, you’ll see how different parts of the business work together and meet people from all over the world.

What the internship looks like

  • 18 months long, so you’ll spend most of your summer and two full years learning on the job.
  • You’ll see how office culture works, get hands‑on tasks that line up with your studies, and grow skills that make you a more attractive job candidate later.
  • The program covers a wide range of areas – corporate operations, finance, digital tech, human resources, supply chain, safety and environment, and more.

You can choose one of the following streams. Below are the degrees you’ll need to qualify.

Internship streams and required qualifications

  1. Finance Intern – Reporting

    • Bachelor in Accounting or Financial Management, or another finance‑related degree.

  2. HSSE Operations Intern

    • Bachelor in Safety Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.

  3. Finance Intern – Budget

    • Same as reporting: Accounting, Financial Management, or finance‑related.

  4. Corporate Affairs Intern

    • Marketing, Generic Management, Communications, Public Relations, or Community Development.

  5. Digital Data Intern

    • Bachelor in Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science and Informatics, or a similar degree.

  6. Finance Intern – Inventory

    • Accounting, Financial Management, or finance‑related.

  7. Finance Intern – Procurement

    • Bachelor in Supply Chain Management.

  8. Finance Intern – Pricing

    • Accounting, Financial Management, or finance‑related.

  9. Lubricants & Specialities Intern – Operations

    • Bachelor in Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Transport, or Operations.

  10. Finance Intern – Asset

    • Accounting, Financial Management, or finance‑related.

  11. HSSE Safety Intern

    • Same as operations: Safety Management, Environmental Science, or related.

  12. Human Resources Facilities Intern

    • Bachelor in Facilities Management.

What you’ll gain

  • A taste of a large, international energy company.
  • Structured training and a mentor who’ll help you grow.
  • A chance to work with both traditional energy and renewables.
  • Skills that go beyond the classroom – teamwork, problem solving, and professionalism.
  • A solid résumé that shows you’ve worked in a real industry.

Who should apply

If you’re a recent graduate with a bachelor’s or honours degree, good grades, and a strong desire to learn, this could be right for you. You should be curious, motivated, and ready to take on tasks that may be new. Working for a global company means you’ll see how different cultures and standards fit together.

How to apply

Go to the official TotalEnergies careers page and search for “Internship Opportunities 2026”. You’ll find all the positions listed below. When you click on each link, you’ll see a clear button that says “Apply Online for the X Internship”.

When you apply, make sure you:

  • Send an updated CV.
  • Attach copies of your degrees and any certificates.
  • Include your transcripts.
  • Submit before the deadline (if a date is shown).

Good luck, and remember that this internship is not just a job – it’s a stepping‑stone into a career with a leading energy company.

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