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South African Council for Educators (SACE) Invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for its 2026/2027 Internship Vacancies. The closing date for applications is 7 July 2026.
What the Internship Is About
SACE is offering paid internship placements that last 18 months.
- NQF Level 6 – R 5 000 per month
- NQF Level 7 – R 6 500 per month
- NQF Level 8 – R 7 500 per month
To be considered you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Have finished a degree or diploma at a recognized higher‑learning institution
- Not have taken part in any SACE internship before
- Currently be unemployed
Selected interns will sign a contract that runs for the full 18‑month period.
Open Internship Positions
Below is a list of every role that is open right now. Each entry shows where the post is based, the reference code you will need in your application, how many spots are available, and the minimum qualifications required.
1. Communication Intern
- Location: SACE Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: COMMS001
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Bachelor’s degree in Digital Communications, Media Studies, Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations (NQF Level 7 – 360 or 480 credits)
2. Registration Intern (5 locations)
- Locations: Limpopo, KwaZulu‑Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State, Head Office (Centurion)
- Reference codes:
- LIM – REG/LIM002
- KZN – REG/KZN002
- EC – REG/EC002
- FS – REG/FS002
- HO – REG/HO002
- Posts: 2 per location (total 10)
- Must have: Bachelor of Administration, Diploma in Management Assistant, Office Management, or Public Management (NQF Level 6 – 360 credits)
3. Legal & Ethics Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: LEGAL0003
- Posts: 2
- Must have: Bachelor of Law, BA Law, LLB, or Diploma in Paralegal Studies
- Level required: NQF Level 8 (480 credits) – or NQF Level 7 (360 credits) for Paralegal qualification
4. Finance – Revenue Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: FINREV0004
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Diploma or degree in Accounting (NQF Level 6 or 7)
5. Finance – Bookkeeping Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: BOOK0005
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Diploma or degree in Accounting (NQF Level 6 or 7)
6. Finance – Supply Chain Management Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: FINSCM0004
- Posts: 2
- Must have: Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or any related field (NQF Level 6)
7. Human Resource Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: HR0005
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Diploma or degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, or Training & Development
8. PMERR Intern (Project Management, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting & Research)
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: PMERR0006
- Posts: 2
- Must have: Qualification in Development Studies, Development Planning, Public Administration, Operations Management, or Public Management (NQF Level 6)
9. Internal Audit Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: INTAUD007
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Studies in Internal Auditing or Risk Management (NQF Level 6 or 7)
10. ICT Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: ICT008
- Posts: 1
- Must have: Diploma or degree in Information Technology
11. Professional Development Intern
- Location: Head Office, Centurion
- Reference: PD009
- Posts: 2
- Must have: Bachelor of Administration, Management Assistant, Office Management, or Public Management (NQF Level 6)
How to Apply
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Download the SACE Employment Application Form from the official site: www.sace.org.za
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Fill out the form exactly as it appears on your CV – any mismatches may lead to rejection.
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Gather the following documents:
- Your completed application form
- A detailed CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Certified copy of your South African ID (certified within the last 6 months)
- Certified copies of all qualifications (also not older than 6 months)
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Send your package by one of these methods:
- Email to recruitment@sace.org.za – put the exact reference number in the email subject line (e.g., “COMMS001”).
- Hand‑deliver or courier to: Human Resource Unit, SACE Building Block 1, 240 Crossway Park Offices, Corner Jean, Centurion.
Important: Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Only candidates who are short‑listed will receive further contact.
Deadline & Contact
- Closing date: 7 July 2026
- If you do not hear back within three months after the deadline, assume the application was unsuccessful.
Questions?
- Mary Chauke – 012 663 0429
- Motsatsi Makgoba – 012 663 0423
Take this chance to start a career in education, law, finance, or any of the other exciting fields SACE offers. Apply today and begin a professional journey that can shape South Africa’s future.