Hey future leaders! Are you a South African graduate with an Honours degree, dreaming of a career in strategy, public policy, or data science? Well, get ready because the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has an incredible funded opportunity that you won’t want to miss!
While CIPC calls this a ‘Graduate Internship Programme’, think of it as a **bursary for your career** – a chance to gain invaluable real-world experience, boost your professional skills, and get paid a generous stipend for 24 months. We’re talking about the **CIPC Strategy and Planning Bursary 2025**!
Who Can Apply?
CIPC is looking for passionate, unemployed South African graduates (aged 18–35 years old) who are ready to kickstart their careers. To be eligible, you should:
- Be an unemployed South African graduate (18–35 years old).
- Have completed a degree or diploma but have no prior work experience in your field.
- Have never participated in an internship programme before.
You must hold an **Honours Degree / Post Graduate Diploma (NQF Level 8)** in one of the following exciting fields:
- Strategic Management
- Public Administration / Public Management
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics
- Business Management / Business Administration
- Public Policy
- International Relations
- Data Science
- Research
- Monitoring & Evaluation
What Does It Cover?
This fantastic 24-month programme is designed to give you practical workplace exposure aligned with your studies. And here’s the best part:
- **Monthly Stipend:** You’ll receive a competitive stipend of **R12 000 per month**.
- **Duration:** The programme runs for **24 months**, giving you solid, long-term experience.
- **Location:** You’ll be based at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria, Gauteng.
How to Apply?
Ready to jumpstart your professional journey? Applying is super straightforward, but pay close attention to the requirements:
You MUST upload the following documents online (failure to do so will unfortunately lead to disqualification):
- Your most updated CV.
- A certified copy of your ID.
- Your full academic transcript AND your qualification certificate (please upload these as **one single document** under “supporting documents”).
Remember: Only online applications will be considered. Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will NOT be accepted.
Click here to apply for the CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2025 (Strategy and Planning): Apply Here Now!
If this sounds like the perfect launchpad for your career, don’t hesitate! Apply now for this incredible CIPC bursary opportunity and start building your future today. Explore even more funded opportunities on Bursaries Room!