Hey future professionals! Are you a young, unemployed graduate in South Africa looking to kickstart your career with valuable work experience and a steady income? Well, you’re in luck because the Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) has an amazing opportunity just for you!
The RAL Graduate Internship Programme, which we’re featuring as the RAL Graduate Internships Bursary on Bursaries Room, is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact. This 24-month programme is designed to give you a head start in your chosen field, all while providing a monthly stipend to support you. Let’s dive into what this incredible opportunity offers!
Who Can Apply?
RAL is on the lookout for talented, unemployed South African graduates aged between 18 and 35, especially those residing in Limpopo. If you’ve completed your National Diploma, Higher Certificate, Bachelor’s Degree, or BTech/BSc/BEng in one of the following fields, you could be exactly who they’re looking for:
- Corporate Services: Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, ICT (A+/N+, Server Support, MTA, MCSE advantageous), Information Science, Archives & Records Management, Facility Management.
- Finance: Financial Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management, Logistics, Asset Management.
- Engineering: Civil Engineering (for Operations, Planning & Design roles).
- Land Use Management: Town Planning, Land Survey.
- Contract Development: Public Administration.
- Environmental Management: Environmental Management, Environmental Science (BTech or Honours).
- OHS: Health and Safety Management, Mining Health and Safety.
- Office of the CEO: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) for Company Secretary and Legal Services roles.
- Internal Audit: Internal Auditing.
- Governance, Risk and Compliance: Risk Management.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Development Studies, Social Science, Public Management.
- Stakeholder Relations Management: Social Sciences (Development Studies, Community Development).
To be eligible, you’ll need your Matric/Grade 12 certificate (or equivalent), computer literacy, and the following documents:
- Certified copies of your academic transcript, qualifications, and Identity Document.
- A detailed CV with at least two contactable referees.
- A cover letter clearly stating the position you’re applying for.
Important notes: If you have foreign qualifications, they must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation. Also, if you’ve previously participated in internships at government or state-owned entities, you are unfortunately not eligible. RAL encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
What Does It Cover?
This isn’t just an internship; it’s a funded pathway to your future! The RAL Graduate Internship Programme offers:
- A fantastic 24-month opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience in your field.
- A monthly stipend of R7,210.00 to support you throughout the programme.
- The chance to work within a vital provincial agency, contributing to Limpopo’s infrastructure development.
How to Apply?
Ready to jumpstart your career with RAL? Here’s how you can submit your application:
You’ll need to submit your applications via hand delivery, post, or courier to ensure it reaches them:
- Hand Delivery: 26 Rabe Street, Polokwane 0699
- Postal Address: Private Bag X9554, Polokwane 0700
Got questions? You can reach out to Ms. Doris Moloto for enquiries:
- Tel: 015 284 4600 / 4602
- Email: applications@ral.co.za
Make sure all your documents are in order and your application is submitted before the deadline!
If this sounds like the perfect next step for your professional journey, don’t wait – apply now! This is an incredible chance to gain experience, earn a stipend, and build a strong foundation for your career. Explore more funded opportunities and bursaries on Bursaries Room!
