Hey future pros! Ready to kickstart your career with some real-world experience and a great stipend? UNISA, in partnership with ETDP-SETA, is offering an awesome Internship Programme specifically for its graduates in 2025/2027!
This isn’t just any internship; it’s a fantastic opportunity for unemployed South African graduates from UNISA to gain practical skills, boost their CV, and get paid while doing it! We’re talking about a 24-month programme designed to set you up for success in your field. If you’ve completed a UNISA qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher, this programme offers hands-on experience and a generous annual stipend of R120,925.00, starting from 01 October 2025.
Who Can Apply?
Think this sounds like you? Here’s who UNISA and ETDP-SETA are looking for:
- You must be a proud South African citizen.
- You need to be a UNISA graduate who has completed a qualification at NQF Level 6 or above.
- Are you 35 years old or younger? Perfect!
- No prior formal work experience in your field of study? That’s what this internship is for!
- Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply – diversity is key!
- Important: If you’ve been previously employed by UNISA or any other organisation, you won’t be considered for this specific programme.
What Does It Cover?
This 24-month internship offers a full-time, hands-on experience at UNISA’s Muckleneuk or Sunnyside campuses in Pretoria. You’ll receive a substantial stipend of R120,925.00 per annum – that’s a sweet deal for gaining invaluable experience!
They’re looking for talented individuals across various fields. Here’s a peek at some of the exciting positions available:
- Ornamental Horticulture: For those with a Diploma.
- Environmental Management/Sciences: If you have a BA, BSc, or MSc.
- Archives & Records Management: Perfect for BA Honours graduates.
- Information Science / Information Technology: For those with a Bachelor’s degree.
To thrive in these roles, you’ll need to be:
- Computer literate (MS Office 365 & internet savvy).
- Great at communicating and have excellent interpersonal skills.
- Full of initiative and a brilliant team player.
- Super organised with strong attention to detail and time management.
- A problem-solver who can work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Committed, punctual, and discreet with confidential information.
Before you hit that apply button, make sure you have these documents ready:
- Your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A compelling one-page motivational letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit.
- Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of your:
- South African ID.
- Matric certificate.
- Full academic record.
- Completed UNISA qualification.
Pro Tip: Only PDF documents will be accepted – no pictures or password-protected files, please!
How to Apply?
Ready to jumpstart your career? The application process is straightforward, but remember, this amazing opportunity is only open to UNISA students and graduates. Make sure you indicate the position reference number and your UNISA student number on the application portal.
Click the link below to apply online for the UNISA ETDP-SETA Internship Programme 2025/2027:
If gaining valuable work experience and a great stipend sounds like your kind of opportunity, don’t wait! Apply now before the closing date. Good luck, future leaders, and don’t forget to explore more awesome opportunities on Bursaries Room!
