UNISA Internship Programme 2025: Apply by 23 October

🎓 About the UNISA Internship Programme 2025

The University of South Africa (UNISA) is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its 12-month Internship Programme, starting 1 November 2025.

The programme offers young graduates the chance to gain valuable workplace experience, learn from professionals in their field, and strengthen their employability — while earning a stipend of R120,925 per year.

UNISA proudly promotes diversity, inclusion, and universal access. Preference will be given to persons living with disabilities, and all appointments will align with UNISA’s Employment Equity Plan.

💼 Internship Details

📅 Duration: 12 months

📆 Start date: 1 November 2025

💰 Stipend: R120,925 per annum

📍 Location: Bronkhorstspruit (Gauteng)

🕓 Closing Date: 23 October 2025 (applications close at 23:59)

📋 Who Can Apply

To qualify for the 2025 UNISA Internship Programme, applicants must:

✅ Be unemployed South African citizens under the age of 35.

✅ Have completed a UNISA qualification equivalent to NQF Level 6 or above.

✅ Have no previous formal work experience in the field of application.

✅ Be a UNISA graduate in the required discipline.

✅ Not have been previously appointed at UNISA or any other organisation.

💡 Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

🧠 Available Internship Fields

UNISA is offering 10 internship opportunities across its Agricultural Sciences departments, based at Bronkhorstspruit campus.

Total Positions: 10 internships available in Bronkhorstspruit.

🧾 Required Competencies

Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office 365, email & internet)

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Attention to detail and reliability

• Time management and punctuality

• Problem-solving and teamwork ability

• Professional conduct and confidentiality

• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

  
  

🗂️ How to Apply

Applications are submitted online and are open only to UNISA students and graduates.

🔗 Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/qHgdMBDvNQ

Attach the following documents (PDF format only):

1️⃣ Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2️⃣ One-page motivational letter – explaining why you should be considered

3️⃣ Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of:

• South African ID

• Matric Certificate

• Academic Record

• Completed UNISA Qualification

⚠️ No photographs or password-protected files will be accepted.

📞 Contact Information

For enquiries related to the Bronkhorstspruit positions, contact:

📧 Charles Ndlovu

📞 012 429 3075

⚠️ Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Applicants must be available for interviews on the dates determined by the University.

• Background checks will be conducted before the appointment.

• Relocation costs will be at the candidate’s own expense.

• If you don’t hear back within 30 days of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.

🌱 Why You Should Apply

This internship is an excellent opportunity to:

🌾 Build practical experience in agriculture and related sciences

💼 Strengthen your CV with workplace training

🤝 Network with academics and industry experts

💡 Enhance your employability for future roles