The South African Council for Educators (SACE) is inviting applications from unemployed South African graduates for its Internship Programme 2025/2027. This is a 24-month internship designed for graduates with no prior work experience, offering structured mentorship and the chance to develop meaningful professional skills.
Location: Centurion (Head Office) & Polokwane (Limpopo Office)
Closing Date: 26 August 2025
Stipend: NQF 6 – R5 000 per month; NQF 8 – R7 500 per month
Available Internship Positions
1. Communication Intern – Head Office (Centurion)
- Reference: COMS 001 (01 post)
- Minimum Qualification: Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Digital Communications, Media Studies, Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations
2. Registration Intern – Limpopo Office (Polokwane)
- Reference: SACE LIMPOPO 002 (01 post)
- Minimum Qualification: Diploma (NQF 6) in Management Assistant, Office Management, or Public Management
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed and under the age of 35
- Have never participated in an internship before
- Not possess prior work experience
- Be willing to sign a 24-month internship contract between SACE and the ETDP-SETA
Employment Equity: These positions are Employment Equity opportunities, and designated groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Requirements
When applying, candidates must submit the following documents (copies certified within the last 6 months):
- Completed SACE Employment Application Form (available at www.sace.org.za)
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of all qualifications
- SAQA evaluation report for foreign qualifications
Note: Information provided in the SACE application form must match your CV. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
How to Apply
Send your full application, ensuring the correct reference number is included in the subject line, to:
📧 recruitment@sace.org.za
Or hand-deliver/courier to:
Human Resource Unit
SACE Building Block 1
240 Crossway Park Offices (Corner Jean)
Centurion
Enquiries
- Mary Chauke: 012 663 0429
- Motsatsi Makgoba: 012 663 0423
Important Information
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you do not hear back within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- SACE reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Conclusion
The SACE Internship Programme 2025/2027 is a valuable opportunity for young South African graduates to gain real workplace exposure, grow their professional abilities, and build a foundation for a future career. With a strong focus on learning, mentorship, and transformation, this programme opens doors to possibilities that can shape your career path