Hey future game-changers! Ready to kickstart your career in a big way? The Petroleum Agency SA, a key player in South Africa’s energy sector, is offering an incredible 2-year Internship Bursary Programme for 2026/2027. If you’re an unemployed South African graduate looking for hands-on experience in Cape Town, funded by the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA), then keep reading – this could be your golden ticket!
This isn’t just any internship; it’s a comprehensive two-year programme designed to equip you with invaluable skills and real-world experience. Based in beautiful Cape Town and commencing in February 2026, these internships are fully funded by the MQA and aim to develop the next generation of professionals in critical fields like Petroleum Geoscience, Environmental Compliance, and Finance. You’ll be working directly with experts, gaining practical knowledge, and setting a strong foundation for your future career.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the Petroleum Agency SA Internship Bursary, you need to meet a few key requirements:
- You must be an unemployed South African citizen.
- You should not have previously participated in any internship programme.
- You must hold the required and relevant tertiary qualification for your chosen field.
- You need to submit the following certified documents with your application:
- Your Academic Record or Statement of Results
- Your Degree Certificate or an official Letter of Completion
- Your Matric Certificate
- Your South African Identity Document (ID)
Heads-up! Applications that don’t include all of these certified documents will unfortunately not be considered.
What Does It Cover?
The Petroleum Agency SA Internship Bursary Programme offers opportunities across three exciting fields. Each programme is designed to give you practical exposure and help you grow into a skilled professional:
Intern (x1): Petroleum Geoscience
- Dive into the core principles of Geology and Geophysics as they apply to the dynamic oil and gas industry, both onshore and offshore.
- Gain essential skills in seismic data interpretation, petroleum systems modelling, resource evaluation, GIS (Geographic Information Systems), and a deep understanding of South African Geology.
- Minimum Qualification: A B.Sc. Honours in Geosciences (4 years).
Intern (x1): Environmental Compliance
- Acquire the specialized knowledge needed to excel as an Environmental Scientist.
- Learn how to process environmental authorisation applications, conduct compliance monitoring, and perform crucial environmental audits.
- Engage directly with key stakeholders, environmental practitioners, and regulatory bodies, building your professional network.
- Minimum Qualification: A B.Sc. Honours in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, or Natural Sciences (4 years).
Intern (x1): Finance
- Experience a comprehensive rotation through various finance processes, including accounts receivable/payable, petty cash management, cashbook operations, financial statements preparation, budgeting, forecasting, taxation (VAT & Income Tax), and asset management.
- Minimum Qualification: A National Diploma in Accounting (3 years).
How to Apply?
Ready to make your move? Applying for the Petroleum Agency SA Internship Bursary is straightforward:
- Prepare your Covering Letter (make it shine!), your comprehensive CV, and all your certified supporting documents (as listed above).
- Email your complete application to: [email protected]
- Important: Make sure to include the specific internship programme reference in your email subject line. For example, use: Internship 26-27: Environmental Compliance if you’re applying for that stream.
A few final notes:
- Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups as per national labour legislation.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, so keep an eye on your inbox!
- If you don’t hear back within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Late applications will unfortunately not be considered, so get yours in on time!
This is an incredible chance to launch your professional journey with a leading agency. If you meet the requirements and are passionate about making a difference, don’t miss out on the Petroleum Agency SA Internship Bursary 2026. Apply today and be sure to check Bursaries Room for even more exciting opportunities!
