Wholesale & Retail SETA Internship Programme 2026

Wholesale & Retail SETA Internship Programme 2026

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01 Feb 2026

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01 Feb 2026

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01 Feb 2026

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01 Feb 2026

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💼 Programme Overview


W&R SETA Internship 2026 – University of the Free State


The University of the Free State (UFS) offers (x20) Wholesale & Retail SETA-funded internship positions for unemployed CUT diploma graduates seeking practical workplace exposure. This 12-month contract programme places interns across various university departments, providing hands-on administrative experience aligned with Office Administration diploma requirements. Only graduates with no relevant work experience and no previous SETA-funded internship participation will qualify.

💼 Programme Overview


W&R SETA Internship 2026 – University of the Free State


The University of the Free State (UFS) offers (x20) Wholesale & Retail SETA-funded internship positions for unemployed CUT diploma graduates seeking practical workplace exposure. This 12-month contract programme places interns across various university departments, providing hands-on administrative experience aligned with Office Administration diploma requirements. Only graduates with no relevant work experience and no previous SETA-funded internship participation will qualify.

💼 Programme Overview


W&R SETA Internship 2026 – University of the Free State


The University of the Free State (UFS) offers (x20) Wholesale & Retail SETA-funded internship positions for unemployed CUT diploma graduates seeking practical workplace exposure. This 12-month contract programme places interns across various university departments, providing hands-on administrative experience aligned with Office Administration diploma requirements. Only graduates with no relevant work experience and no previous SETA-funded internship participation will qualify.

💼 Programme Overview


W&R SETA Internship 2026 – University of the Free State


The University of the Free State (UFS) offers (x20) Wholesale & Retail SETA-funded internship positions for unemployed CUT diploma graduates seeking practical workplace exposure. This 12-month contract programme places interns across various university departments, providing hands-on administrative experience aligned with Office Administration diploma requirements. Only graduates with no relevant work experience and no previous SETA-funded internship participation will qualify.

🎓 Who Should Apply


  • Hold a Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Office Administration from CUT

  • Currently unemployed with NO previous work experience

  • Never participated in any SETA-funded internship before

  • Not currently studying full-time

  • South African citizen or permanent resident

  • Available for 12 months starting 1 April 2026

  • Willing to sign internship agreement with UFS

🎓 Who Should Apply


  • Hold a Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Office Administration from CUT

  • Currently unemployed with NO previous work experience

  • Never participated in any SETA-funded internship before

  • Not currently studying full-time

  • South African citizen or permanent resident

  • Available for 12 months starting 1 April 2026

  • Willing to sign internship agreement with UFS

🎓 Who Should Apply


  • Hold a Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Office Administration from CUT

  • Currently unemployed with NO previous work experience

  • Never participated in any SETA-funded internship before

  • Not currently studying full-time

  • South African citizen or permanent resident

  • Available for 12 months starting 1 April 2026

  • Willing to sign internship agreement with UFS

🎓 Who Should Apply


  • Hold a Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Office Administration from CUT

  • Currently unemployed with NO previous work experience

  • Never participated in any SETA-funded internship before

  • Not currently studying full-time

  • South African citizen or permanent resident

  • Available for 12 months starting 1 April 2026

  • Willing to sign internship agreement with UFS

🏢 Areas of Exposure


Interns placed across various UFS departments will gain experience in:

  • General administrative and office support

  • Document management, filing, and record-keeping

  • Data capturing and administrative systems maintenance

  • Meeting coordination, scheduling, and minute-taking

  • Correspondence drafting and distribution

  • MS Office and institutional systems usage

  • Customer service and stakeholder interactions

  • Basic reporting and information tracking

  • Workplace learning, coaching, and monitoring activities

🏢 Areas of Exposure


Interns placed across various UFS departments will gain experience in:

  • General administrative and office support

  • Document management, filing, and record-keeping

  • Data capturing and administrative systems maintenance

  • Meeting coordination, scheduling, and minute-taking

  • Correspondence drafting and distribution

  • MS Office and institutional systems usage

  • Customer service and stakeholder interactions

  • Basic reporting and information tracking

  • Workplace learning, coaching, and monitoring activities

🏢 Areas of Exposure


Interns placed across various UFS departments will gain experience in:

  • General administrative and office support

  • Document management, filing, and record-keeping

  • Data capturing and administrative systems maintenance

  • Meeting coordination, scheduling, and minute-taking

  • Correspondence drafting and distribution

  • MS Office and institutional systems usage

  • Customer service and stakeholder interactions

  • Basic reporting and information tracking

  • Workplace learning, coaching, and monitoring activities

🏢 Areas of Exposure


Interns placed across various UFS departments will gain experience in:

  • General administrative and office support

  • Document management, filing, and record-keeping

  • Data capturing and administrative systems maintenance

  • Meeting coordination, scheduling, and minute-taking

  • Correspondence drafting and distribution

  • MS Office and institutional systems usage

  • Customer service and stakeholder interactions

  • Basic reporting and information tracking

  • Workplace learning, coaching, and monitoring activities

🛠️ What You'll Gain


  • 12 months structured workplace experience across UFS departments

  • Fixed monthly stipend of R5,000

  • Practical Office Administration skills in academic institution

  • SETA-funded internship completion on your CV

  • Professional references from University of the Free State

  • Exposure to higher education administration operations

  • Career foundation in office administration and public sector

🛠️ What You'll Gain


  • 12 months structured workplace experience across UFS departments

  • Fixed monthly stipend of R5,000

  • Practical Office Administration skills in academic institution

  • SETA-funded internship completion on your CV

  • Professional references from University of the Free State

  • Exposure to higher education administration operations

  • Career foundation in office administration and public sector

🛠️ What You'll Gain


  • 12 months structured workplace experience across UFS departments

  • Fixed monthly stipend of R5,000

  • Practical Office Administration skills in academic institution

  • SETA-funded internship completion on your CV

  • Professional references from University of the Free State

  • Exposure to higher education administration operations

  • Career foundation in office administration and public sector

🛠️ What You'll Gain


  • 12 months structured workplace experience across UFS departments

  • Fixed monthly stipend of R5,000

  • Practical Office Administration skills in academic institution

  • SETA-funded internship completion on your CV

  • Professional references from University of the Free State

  • Exposure to higher education administration operations

  • Career foundation in office administration and public sector

📋 Requirements & Documents


Qualification:

  • NQF Level 6 Diploma

  • Office Administration from CUT (proof required)


Competencies: Results-oriented, adaptable to changing environments, reliable and dependable, strategic thinking, attention to detail, MS Office proficiency, adherence to rules and regulations, motivated and enthusiastic, cooperative team player, ability to build relationships and collaborate


CRITICAL - Submit ALL documents (maximum 8 attachments - merge if needed):


✓ Detailed Curriculum Vitae
✓ Certified CUT Diploma (not older than 3 months)
✓ Certified ID document (not older than 3 months)
✓ Affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship participation
✓ Foreign qualifications need SAQA accreditation (if applicable)


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

📋 Requirements & Documents


Qualification:

  • NQF Level 6 Diploma

  • Office Administration from CUT (proof required)


Competencies: Results-oriented, adaptable to changing environments, reliable and dependable, strategic thinking, attention to detail, MS Office proficiency, adherence to rules and regulations, motivated and enthusiastic, cooperative team player, ability to build relationships and collaborate


CRITICAL - Submit ALL documents (maximum 8 attachments - merge if needed):


✓ Detailed Curriculum Vitae
✓ Certified CUT Diploma (not older than 3 months)
✓ Certified ID document (not older than 3 months)
✓ Affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship participation
✓ Foreign qualifications need SAQA accreditation (if applicable)


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

📋 Requirements & Documents


Qualification:

  • NQF Level 6 Diploma

  • Office Administration from CUT (proof required)


Competencies: Results-oriented, adaptable to changing environments, reliable and dependable, strategic thinking, attention to detail, MS Office proficiency, adherence to rules and regulations, motivated and enthusiastic, cooperative team player, ability to build relationships and collaborate


CRITICAL - Submit ALL documents (maximum 8 attachments - merge if needed):


✓ Detailed Curriculum Vitae
✓ Certified CUT Diploma (not older than 3 months)
✓ Certified ID document (not older than 3 months)
✓ Affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship participation
✓ Foreign qualifications need SAQA accreditation (if applicable)


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

📋 Requirements & Documents


Qualification:

  • NQF Level 6 Diploma

  • Office Administration from CUT (proof required)


Competencies: Results-oriented, adaptable to changing environments, reliable and dependable, strategic thinking, attention to detail, MS Office proficiency, adherence to rules and regulations, motivated and enthusiastic, cooperative team player, ability to build relationships and collaborate


CRITICAL - Submit ALL documents (maximum 8 attachments - merge if needed):


✓ Detailed Curriculum Vitae
✓ Certified CUT Diploma (not older than 3 months)
✓ Certified ID document (not older than 3 months)
✓ Affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship participation
✓ Foreign qualifications need SAQA accreditation (if applicable)


INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

📅 How to Apply


Click "Apply" button below - we'll take you to the official UFS vacancy portal

  1. Complete application form

  2. Upload documents (PDF - merge into fewer files if needed)

  3. Submit before deadline


Reference: Job ID 6352 - Quote this when applying


APPLY NOW - [Official UFS Careers Portal] x20 Positions


CRITICAL: Applications ONLY through Click her No other platforms accepted.


Enquiries:

  1. 051 401 2979 | JardineS@ufs.ac.za

  2. 051 401 2558/2876 | Recruit@ufs.ac.za

📅 How to Apply


Click "Apply" button below - we'll take you to the official UFS vacancy portal

  1. Complete application form

  2. Upload documents (PDF - merge into fewer files if needed)

  3. Submit before deadline


Reference: Job ID 6352 - Quote this when applying


APPLY NOW - [Official UFS Careers Portal] x20 Positions


CRITICAL: Applications ONLY through Click her No other platforms accepted.


Enquiries:

  1. 051 401 2979 | JardineS@ufs.ac.za

  2. 051 401 2558/2876 | Recruit@ufs.ac.za

📅 How to Apply


Click "Apply" button below - we'll take you to the official UFS vacancy portal

  1. Complete application form

  2. Upload documents (PDF - merge into fewer files if needed)

  3. Submit before deadline


Reference: Job ID 6352 - Quote this when applying


APPLY NOW - [Official UFS Careers Portal] x20 Positions


CRITICAL: Applications ONLY through Click her No other platforms accepted.


Enquiries:

  1. 051 401 2979 | JardineS@ufs.ac.za

  2. 051 401 2558/2876 | Recruit@ufs.ac.za

📅 How to Apply


Click "Apply" button below - we'll take you to the official UFS vacancy portal

  1. Complete application form

  2. Upload documents (PDF - merge into fewer files if needed)

  3. Submit before deadline


Reference: Job ID 6352 - Quote this when applying


APPLY NOW - [Official UFS Careers Portal] x20 Positions


CRITICAL: Applications ONLY through Click her No other platforms accepted.


Enquiries:

  1. 051 401 2979 | JardineS@ufs.ac.za

  2. 051 401 2558/2876 | Recruit@ufs.ac.za

💡 Application Tips


Do this:


✅ Apply ONLY through official UFS vacancy website
✅ Merge documents into fewer files (max 8 attachments)
✅ Attach affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship
✅ Ensure all certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ Attach proof of CUT diploma specifically
✅ Submit complete application before 6 February 2026


Avoid this:


❌ Apply through any other platform (automatic rejection)
❌ Submit incomplete applications
❌ Apply if currently employed or studying full-time
❌ Apply if you've had any previous SETA internship
❌ Apply if diploma is NOT from CUT
❌ Forget the unemployment affidavit

💡 Application Tips


Do this:


✅ Apply ONLY through official UFS vacancy website
✅ Merge documents into fewer files (max 8 attachments)
✅ Attach affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship
✅ Ensure all certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ Attach proof of CUT diploma specifically
✅ Submit complete application before 6 February 2026


Avoid this:


❌ Apply through any other platform (automatic rejection)
❌ Submit incomplete applications
❌ Apply if currently employed or studying full-time
❌ Apply if you've had any previous SETA internship
❌ Apply if diploma is NOT from CUT
❌ Forget the unemployment affidavit

💡 Application Tips


Do this:


✅ Apply ONLY through official UFS vacancy website
✅ Merge documents into fewer files (max 8 attachments)
✅ Attach affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship
✅ Ensure all certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ Attach proof of CUT diploma specifically
✅ Submit complete application before 6 February 2026


Avoid this:


❌ Apply through any other platform (automatic rejection)
❌ Submit incomplete applications
❌ Apply if currently employed or studying full-time
❌ Apply if you've had any previous SETA internship
❌ Apply if diploma is NOT from CUT
❌ Forget the unemployment affidavit

💡 Application Tips


Do this:


✅ Apply ONLY through official UFS vacancy website
✅ Merge documents into fewer files (max 8 attachments)
✅ Attach affidavit confirming unemployment AND no previous SETA internship
✅ Ensure all certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ Attach proof of CUT diploma specifically
✅ Submit complete application before 6 February 2026


Avoid this:


❌ Apply through any other platform (automatic rejection)
❌ Submit incomplete applications
❌ Apply if currently employed or studying full-time
❌ Apply if you've had any previous SETA internship
❌ Apply if diploma is NOT from CUT
❌ Forget the unemployment affidavit

⚠️ Important Notes


  1. This is a 12-month fixed-term SETA-funded internship contract.

  2. Stipend is R5,000/month fixed amount.

  3. Start date is 1 April 2026.

  4. UFS is a designated employer committed to employment equity, diversity, and redress.

  5. Preference given to under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

  6. Personal information processed in accordance with POPIA.

  7. UFS reserves the right not to fill the position.

  8. Only shortlisted candidates contacted within six weeks of closing date.

⚠️ Important Notes


  1. This is a 12-month fixed-term SETA-funded internship contract.

  2. Stipend is R5,000/month fixed amount.

  3. Start date is 1 April 2026.

  4. UFS is a designated employer committed to employment equity, diversity, and redress.

  5. Preference given to under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

  6. Personal information processed in accordance with POPIA.

  7. UFS reserves the right not to fill the position.

  8. Only shortlisted candidates contacted within six weeks of closing date.

⚠️ Important Notes


  1. This is a 12-month fixed-term SETA-funded internship contract.

  2. Stipend is R5,000/month fixed amount.

  3. Start date is 1 April 2026.

  4. UFS is a designated employer committed to employment equity, diversity, and redress.

  5. Preference given to under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

  6. Personal information processed in accordance with POPIA.

  7. UFS reserves the right not to fill the position.

  8. Only shortlisted candidates contacted within six weeks of closing date.

⚠️ Important Notes


  1. This is a 12-month fixed-term SETA-funded internship contract.

  2. Stipend is R5,000/month fixed amount.

  3. Start date is 1 April 2026.

  4. UFS is a designated employer committed to employment equity, diversity, and redress.

  5. Preference given to under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities.

  6. Personal information processed in accordance with POPIA.

  7. UFS reserves the right not to fill the position.

  8. Only shortlisted candidates contacted within six weeks of closing date.

📝 Quick Check


✅ I have NQF Level 6 Diploma in Office Administration from CUT
✅ I am currently unemployed with NO work experience
✅ I have NEVER participated in any SETA internship
✅ I am NOT studying full-time
✅ I am a South African citizen/permanent resident
✅ I can commit to 12 months starting 1 April 2026
✅ I have an affidavit confirming unemployment
✅ All certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ I will apply ONLY through official UFS website


All YES? Apply NOW!

📝 Quick Check


✅ I have NQF Level 6 Diploma in Office Administration from CUT
✅ I am currently unemployed with NO work experience
✅ I have NEVER participated in any SETA internship
✅ I am NOT studying full-time
✅ I am a South African citizen/permanent resident
✅ I can commit to 12 months starting 1 April 2026
✅ I have an affidavit confirming unemployment
✅ All certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ I will apply ONLY through official UFS website


All YES? Apply NOW!

📝 Quick Check


✅ I have NQF Level 6 Diploma in Office Administration from CUT
✅ I am currently unemployed with NO work experience
✅ I have NEVER participated in any SETA internship
✅ I am NOT studying full-time
✅ I am a South African citizen/permanent resident
✅ I can commit to 12 months starting 1 April 2026
✅ I have an affidavit confirming unemployment
✅ All certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ I will apply ONLY through official UFS website


All YES? Apply NOW!

📝 Quick Check


✅ I have NQF Level 6 Diploma in Office Administration from CUT
✅ I am currently unemployed with NO work experience
✅ I have NEVER participated in any SETA internship
✅ I am NOT studying full-time
✅ I am a South African citizen/permanent resident
✅ I can commit to 12 months starting 1 April 2026
✅ I have an affidavit confirming unemployment
✅ All certified documents are less than 3 months old
✅ I will apply ONLY through official UFS website


All YES? Apply NOW!

ℹ️ Disclaimer


Verify details on official UFS vacancy website. Meeting requirements doesn't guarantee selection. Apply only through official UFS portal - no other platforms accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

ℹ️ Disclaimer


Verify details on official UFS vacancy website. Meeting requirements doesn't guarantee selection. Apply only through official UFS portal - no other platforms accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

ℹ️ Disclaimer


Verify details on official UFS vacancy website. Meeting requirements doesn't guarantee selection. Apply only through official UFS portal - no other platforms accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

ℹ️ Disclaimer


Verify details on official UFS vacancy website. Meeting requirements doesn't guarantee selection. Apply only through official UFS portal - no other platforms accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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