UNISA Graduate Internship Programme 2025 – South Africa

Internship Details

• Organisation: University of South Africa (UNISA)
• Position: Graduate Intern (Multiple Departments)
• Locations: Various UNISA campuses (e.g., Pretoria—Muckleneuk Campus, Cape Town, East London, Vaal, Johannesburg, Mthatha, Gqeberha) – On-site
• Type: Full-time, Paid Internship
• Duration: 12 months (starting between March and July 2025, depending on source)
• Internship Category: Graduate Internships / Public Sector Internships
• Application Deadline: Varies by source:
  • 14 March 2025 at 16:00 in some instances
  • 6 Septemer 2025 at 16:00 in others
  • Some postings indicate 31 January 2025 or 28 March 2025 as closing dates
• Application Link: Apply Here

Programme Overview

The UNISA Internship Programme aims to support unemployed UNISA graduates (aged 35 and below) with no prior work experience. Interns are embedded in diverse administrative, academic, and technical units, gaining invaluable workplace exposure and technical knowledge in their field of study.

Sample Available Positions

• Finance: Salary Administration (Payroll)
  • Location: Pretoria (Muckleneuk Campus)
  • Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance
• ICT: Student-Based Learning (SBL)
  • Location: Midrand
  • Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Information Technology
• Quality Assurance & Enhancement (Sustainability, Monitoring & Evaluation)
  • Location: Muckleneuk/Florida
  • Qualification: Internal Audit or Accounting Sciences
• Institutional Advancement – Web Development
  • Location: Muckleneuk
  • Qualification: Degree in ICT with Front-End Development, HTML/CSS
• Corporate Communication & Marketing
  • Location: Cape Town
  • Qualification: BA Communication or equivalent
• Counselling Intern
  • Locations: Vaal, Sunnyside, East London
  • Qualification: Honours in Psychology
• Technology Enhanced Services
  • Locations: Johannesburg, Vaal, Ekurhuleni, Sunnyside, Florida
  • Qualification: Diploma or Degree in IT/Computing/Informatics

Eligibility Criteria

• South African citizenship
• Completed at least an NQF Level 6 qualification from UNISA
• No formal work experience in the field applied for
• Never participated in a UNISA or other organisation’s internship before
• Maximum 35 years of age
• Separate application required for each position, using correct reference number and student number

Stipend & Dates

• Stipend: R120,925 per annum
• Start Dates: Typically around March 1 or July 1, 2025, depending on source
• Notable Closing Dates:
  • 14 March 2025 (16:00)
  • 6 June 2025 (16:00)
  • 31 January 2025
  • 28 March 2025

Required Documents

Upload the following PDFs (not images):

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• One-page motivational letter
• Certified copies (dated within 6 months) of:
  • South African ID
  • Matric Certificate
  • Academic Record
  • UNISA Completed Qualification

Key Competencies Sought

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (365) and general computer literacy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Dependability, initiative, and ability to work in teams
• Time management, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and ability to work under pressure

Conclusion

The UNISA Graduate Internship Programme 2025 presents a valuable pathway for recent graduates to transition into the workplace. With a paid, 12-month format and roles across diverse fields—from finance and ICT to communication and psychology—this programme builds practical experience, professional networks, and career readiness. Prospective interns should monitor the UNISA portal and apply early using their student credentials.