AgriSETA is opening the door for hardworking young South Africans who are ready to start a meaningful career in administration, data management, and research within the agricultural skills development sector. This 24-month internship gives you a rare opportunity to build real workplace experience while supporting national training initiatives across South Africa’s agricultural industry.
If you’re passionate about accuracy, organisation, data, and structured office work, this internship will help you gain essential skills that employers actively look for. Throughout the programme, you will work closely with the Skills Planning & Research Division, assist with data systems, compile SETMIS reports, support quality control processes, and help keep the division running smoothly.
This is the kind of opportunity that builds confidence, strengthens your technical abilities, and exposes you to meaningful work that impacts agricultural training across the country.
The internship application closing date is 03 December 2025.
About AgriSETA
AgriSETA is one of the official Sector Education and Training Authorities responsible for driving skills development within the agricultural sector. The organisation ensures that farming communities, agribusinesses, and agricultural institutions receive the training needed to grow the industry and meet national development goals.
Within AgriSETA, the Skills Planning & Research Division plays a critical role by identifying skills shortages, managing complex reporting systems, analysing data, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. As an intern in this division, you become part of a team that ensures the accuracy and reliability of national agricultural skills information.
What You Will Do During the Internship
Key Responsibilities
This internship is heavily focused on data capturing, administration, reporting, and document management. Your responsibilities include the following:
Data Capturing Responsibilities
You will assist with:
- Updating and maintaining the AgriSETA database
- Conducting quality control checks on captured data
- Compiling weekly data reports for the Assistant Manager
- Retrieving system reports from the Management Information System
- Preparing quarterly SETMIS reports
- Producing reports required by the Department of Higher Education and Training
- Completing performance information reports
- Analysing data trends
- Keeping all supporting documentation organised
- Verifying, enrolling, and authorising learner information for learning programmes
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Data Management Responsibilities
Your role includes:
- Compiling data whenever requested
- Maintaining multiple internal datasets used across the division
Administrative Responsibilities
You will assist with:
- General office administration
- Organising administrative processes
- Supporting the team with daily tasks
Additional Duties
You may also be required to perform any extra tasks assigned by the Assistant Manager: Reporting.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the AgriSETA Skills Planning & Research Internship, you must have one of the following:
- N6
- Diploma
- A relevant qualification in Office Administration, Office Management, or a related field
Competencies You Need
To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate:
- Strong proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook
- Excellent administrative ability
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team
These skills are essential, as the division relies heavily on accurate data, organised systems, and efficient information flow.
How to Apply
To apply for the AgriSETA Skills Planning & Research Internships 2025/2027, send the following:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter
(Do not attach certificates at this stage.)
Send your application to:
sprinterns@agriseta.co.za
For enquiries, you may email:
baepi@agriseta.co.za
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within four weeks after the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
Conclusion
The AgriSETA Skills Planning & Research Internship 2025/2027 is a valuable opportunity for young South Africans who want to build a strong foundation in administration, research support, data handling, and SETA processes. With its hands-on responsibilities and structured learning environment, this internship helps you gain the confidence, professionalism, and technical skills needed to grow your career. If you meet the requirements and are committed to developing your abilities, this programme gives you a meaningful starting point within a national organisation that drives skills development across the agricultural sector.
