Graduate Internship Programme (2026)

Graduate Internship Programme (2026)

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Posted Date:

14 Jan 2026

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30 Jan 2026

Posted Date:

14 Jan 2026

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14 Jan 2026

Posted Date:

14 Jan 2026

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14 Jan 2026

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💼 Programme Overview



PowerX² – Services SETA 20 000 Graduate Internship Programme (2026)


The PowerX² Programme is a national graduate internship initiative supported by Services SETA. It aims to place unemployed South African graduates into structured, full-time internships that provide practical workplace experience over a 24-month period.


The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and real-world work experience by matching graduates with approved host organisations across various sectors.


Internship placements are dependent on availability and organisational needs and may take place in different provinces.

💼 Programme Overview



PowerX² – Services SETA 20 000 Graduate Internship Programme (2026)


The PowerX² Programme is a national graduate internship initiative supported by Services SETA. It aims to place unemployed South African graduates into structured, full-time internships that provide practical workplace experience over a 24-month period.


The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and real-world work experience by matching graduates with approved host organisations across various sectors.


Internship placements are dependent on availability and organisational needs and may take place in different provinces.

💼 Programme Overview



PowerX² – Services SETA 20 000 Graduate Internship Programme (2026)


The PowerX² Programme is a national graduate internship initiative supported by Services SETA. It aims to place unemployed South African graduates into structured, full-time internships that provide practical workplace experience over a 24-month period.


The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and real-world work experience by matching graduates with approved host organisations across various sectors.


Internship placements are dependent on availability and organisational needs and may take place in different provinces.

💼 Programme Overview



PowerX² – Services SETA 20 000 Graduate Internship Programme (2026)


The PowerX² Programme is a national graduate internship initiative supported by Services SETA. It aims to place unemployed South African graduates into structured, full-time internships that provide practical workplace experience over a 24-month period.


The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and real-world work experience by matching graduates with approved host organisations across various sectors.


Internship placements are dependent on availability and organisational needs and may take place in different provinces.

🎓 Who Should Apply


This programme is suitable for:

  • Graduates seeking practical workplace exposure

  • Individuals who have completed studies but lack work experience

  • Applicants willing to commit to a two-year internship

  • Graduates open to placement where opportunities are available


The programme considers a wide range of study fields, provided the qualification aligns with workplace requirements.

🎓 Who Should Apply


This programme is suitable for:

  • Graduates seeking practical workplace exposure

  • Individuals who have completed studies but lack work experience

  • Applicants willing to commit to a two-year internship

  • Graduates open to placement where opportunities are available


The programme considers a wide range of study fields, provided the qualification aligns with workplace requirements.

🎓 Who Should Apply


This programme is suitable for:

  • Graduates seeking practical workplace exposure

  • Individuals who have completed studies but lack work experience

  • Applicants willing to commit to a two-year internship

  • Graduates open to placement where opportunities are available


The programme considers a wide range of study fields, provided the qualification aligns with workplace requirements.

🎓 Who Should Apply


This programme is suitable for:

  • Graduates seeking practical workplace exposure

  • Individuals who have completed studies but lack work experience

  • Applicants willing to commit to a two-year internship

  • Graduates open to placement where opportunities are available


The programme considers a wide range of study fields, provided the qualification aligns with workplace requirements.

📋 Minimum Eligibility Requirements


Applicants must generally meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a qualification at NQF Level 4 to 7

  • Have studied at a public university or TVET college

  • Be currently unemployed

  • Be available for the full 24-month duration

  • Be a South African citizen or legally eligible to work in South Africa


Previous participation in Services SETA-funded programmes does not automatically disqualify applicants.

📋 Minimum Eligibility Requirements


Applicants must generally meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a qualification at NQF Level 4 to 7

  • Have studied at a public university or TVET college

  • Be currently unemployed

  • Be available for the full 24-month duration

  • Be a South African citizen or legally eligible to work in South Africa


Previous participation in Services SETA-funded programmes does not automatically disqualify applicants.

📋 Minimum Eligibility Requirements


Applicants must generally meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a qualification at NQF Level 4 to 7

  • Have studied at a public university or TVET college

  • Be currently unemployed

  • Be available for the full 24-month duration

  • Be a South African citizen or legally eligible to work in South Africa


Previous participation in Services SETA-funded programmes does not automatically disqualify applicants.

📋 Minimum Eligibility Requirements


Applicants must generally meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a qualification at NQF Level 4 to 7

  • Have studied at a public university or TVET college

  • Be currently unemployed

  • Be available for the full 24-month duration

  • Be a South African citizen or legally eligible to work in South Africa


Previous participation in Services SETA-funded programmes does not automatically disqualify applicants.

🔍 Spanisam Application Insight


What employers usually expect


While this is an internship programme, host organisations typically look for candidates who:

  • Are reliable and willing to learn

  • Can communicate professionally

  • Show basic workplace discipline and time management

  • Demonstrate interest in their chosen field


A clear, well-prepared CV significantly improves your chances of being placed.



Common reasons applications are unsuccessful


Applicants are often not shortlisted due to:

  • Missing or uncertified documents

  • Incomplete application forms

  • Applying after the closing date

  • Not meeting minimum eligibility requirements


Reading instructions carefully and submitting documents early can prevent these issues.

🔍 Spanisam Application Insight


What employers usually expect


While this is an internship programme, host organisations typically look for candidates who:

  • Are reliable and willing to learn

  • Can communicate professionally

  • Show basic workplace discipline and time management

  • Demonstrate interest in their chosen field


A clear, well-prepared CV significantly improves your chances of being placed.



Common reasons applications are unsuccessful


Applicants are often not shortlisted due to:

  • Missing or uncertified documents

  • Incomplete application forms

  • Applying after the closing date

  • Not meeting minimum eligibility requirements


Reading instructions carefully and submitting documents early can prevent these issues.

🔍 Spanisam Application Insight


What employers usually expect


While this is an internship programme, host organisations typically look for candidates who:

  • Are reliable and willing to learn

  • Can communicate professionally

  • Show basic workplace discipline and time management

  • Demonstrate interest in their chosen field


A clear, well-prepared CV significantly improves your chances of being placed.



Common reasons applications are unsuccessful


Applicants are often not shortlisted due to:

  • Missing or uncertified documents

  • Incomplete application forms

  • Applying after the closing date

  • Not meeting minimum eligibility requirements


Reading instructions carefully and submitting documents early can prevent these issues.

🔍 Spanisam Application Insight


What employers usually expect


While this is an internship programme, host organisations typically look for candidates who:

  • Are reliable and willing to learn

  • Can communicate professionally

  • Show basic workplace discipline and time management

  • Demonstrate interest in their chosen field


A clear, well-prepared CV significantly improves your chances of being placed.



Common reasons applications are unsuccessful


Applicants are often not shortlisted due to:

  • Missing or uncertified documents

  • Incomplete application forms

  • Applying after the closing date

  • Not meeting minimum eligibility requirements


Reading instructions carefully and submitting documents early can prevent these issues.

📄 Documents You May Be Required to Submit


Graduates may be asked to provide:

  • Certified copy of South African ID

  • Certified qualification or academic record

  • Updated CV

  • Proof of residence

  • Bank confirmation letter (if required)


Ensure documents are clear, readable, and correctly named when uploading.

📄 Documents You May Be Required to Submit


Graduates may be asked to provide:

  • Certified copy of South African ID

  • Certified qualification or academic record

  • Updated CV

  • Proof of residence

  • Bank confirmation letter (if required)


Ensure documents are clear, readable, and correctly named when uploading.

📄 Documents You May Be Required to Submit


Graduates may be asked to provide:

  • Certified copy of South African ID

  • Certified qualification or academic record

  • Updated CV

  • Proof of residence

  • Bank confirmation letter (if required)


Ensure documents are clear, readable, and correctly named when uploading.

📄 Documents You May Be Required to Submit


Graduates may be asked to provide:

  • Certified copy of South African ID

  • Certified qualification or academic record

  • Updated CV

  • Proof of residence

  • Bank confirmation letter (if required)


Ensure documents are clear, readable, and correctly named when uploading.

📅 Application Period


  • Opening Date: As officially announced

  • Closing Date: 30 January 2026 (16:00)


Applications submitted after the closing date are usually not considered.

📅 Application Period


  • Opening Date: As officially announced

  • Closing Date: 30 January 2026 (16:00)


Applications submitted after the closing date are usually not considered.

📅 Application Period


  • Opening Date: As officially announced

  • Closing Date: 30 January 2026 (16:00)


Applications submitted after the closing date are usually not considered.

📅 Application Period


  • Opening Date: As officially announced

  • Closing Date: 30 January 2026 (16:00)


Applications submitted after the closing date are usually not considered.

📥 How the Application Process Works


  1. click the (Apply for Job) button on this job post.
    You will be redirected to Services SETA official careers portal to complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI) form

  2. You'll receive a reference number and further instructions

  3. Upload required supporting documents

  4. Await communication regarding screening or placement


Placement is subject to verification and availability of host organisations.

📥 How the Application Process Works


  1. click the (Apply for Job) button on this job post.
    You will be redirected to Services SETA official careers portal to complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI) form

  2. You'll receive a reference number and further instructions

  3. Upload required supporting documents

  4. Await communication regarding screening or placement


Placement is subject to verification and availability of host organisations.

📥 How the Application Process Works


  1. click the (Apply for Job) button on this job post.
    You will be redirected to Services SETA official careers portal to complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI) form

  2. You'll receive a reference number and further instructions

  3. Upload required supporting documents

  4. Await communication regarding screening or placement


Placement is subject to verification and availability of host organisations.

📥 How the Application Process Works


  1. click the (Apply for Job) button on this job post.
    You will be redirected to Services SETA official careers portal to complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI) form

  2. You'll receive a reference number and further instructions

  3. Upload required supporting documents

  4. Await communication regarding screening or placement


Placement is subject to verification and availability of host organisations.

📈 Career Growth & Benefits


Participating in a structured graduate internship can help you:

  • Gain recognised workplace experience

  • Improve employability in competitive job markets

  • Build professional references

  • Develop practical and transferable skills

  • Increase chances of future employment

📈 Career Growth & Benefits


Participating in a structured graduate internship can help you:

  • Gain recognised workplace experience

  • Improve employability in competitive job markets

  • Build professional references

  • Develop practical and transferable skills

  • Increase chances of future employment

📈 Career Growth & Benefits


Participating in a structured graduate internship can help you:

  • Gain recognised workplace experience

  • Improve employability in competitive job markets

  • Build professional references

  • Develop practical and transferable skills

  • Increase chances of future employment

📈 Career Growth & Benefits


Participating in a structured graduate internship can help you:

  • Gain recognised workplace experience

  • Improve employability in competitive job markets

  • Build professional references

  • Develop practical and transferable skills

  • Increase chances of future employment

ℹ️ Important Notice


This programme does not guarantee permanent employment. Internship opportunities are intended for skills development and exposure. Terms, conditions, and placements are determined by the programme administrators and host organisations.

ℹ️ Important Notice


This programme does not guarantee permanent employment. Internship opportunities are intended for skills development and exposure. Terms, conditions, and placements are determined by the programme administrators and host organisations.

ℹ️ Important Notice


This programme does not guarantee permanent employment. Internship opportunities are intended for skills development and exposure. Terms, conditions, and placements are determined by the programme administrators and host organisations.

ℹ️ Important Notice


This programme does not guarantee permanent employment. Internship opportunities are intended for skills development and exposure. Terms, conditions, and placements are determined by the programme administrators and host organisations.

Spanisam is 100% free for job seekers, and no fees are allowed at any stage of the application process.

Any request for payment should be reported to us immediately.

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