KZN Sharks Board Internship Programme 2026 – Apply Now

ByRainbow Time

The KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board invites applications for its annual internship programme, specifically targeting unemployed graduates seeking practical experience within their chosen fields. This initiative serves as a core component of the organization’s skills development strategy, providing a structured environment where recent graduates can apply academic knowledge to real-world maritime and corporate challenges. Selected candidates will participate in a one-year, full-time placement designed to foster professional growth and industry readiness.

Participants who secure a position will receive a monthly stipend of R7,000 throughout the duration of the programme. The selection process focuses on candidates who have successfully completed a National Diploma or Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning. Candidates must demonstrate not only the requisite educational background but also a strong commitment to the goals of the KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board and its mission as a Maritime Centre of Excellence.

Internship Opportunities:

  • Positions:
    • Health & Safety: (Ref: HS0326)
    • Facilities Management (Motor Mechanic): (Ref: FM0326)
    • Research Intern: (Ref: RES0326)
    • Business Development Intern: (Ref: BDD0326)
  • Duration: 12 Months (One Year)
  • Stipend: R7,000 per month
  • Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Closing Date: 23 March 2026

Interested graduates are encouraged to submit applications via the official e-Recruitment system or through the designated email channel before the closing date of 23 March 2026. Precision in the application process is essential, as candidates must clearly identify the specific position and corresponding reference number for their chosen role. Following these instructions ensures that applications are correctly categorized and reviewed by the human resources department.

Programme Vacancies

Directorate: Corporate Services

  • Role: Health & Safety (x1)
  • Reference Number: HS0326
  • Required Qualifications: N. Diploma/Degree in Health and Safety (NQF level 6 or 7)

Directorate: Corporate Services

  • Role: Facilities Management: Motor Mechanic (x1)
  • Reference Number: FM0326
  • Required Qualifications: Occupational Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic or a Degree in Mechanical Engineering (NQF level 4 to 7)

Directorate: Research

  • Role: Research
  • Reference Number: RES0326
  • Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or Zoology (NQF level 6 or 7)

Directorate: Business Development

  • Role: Business Development
  • Reference Number: BDD0326
  • Required Qualifications: ND/Degree in Tourism & Marketing/Public Relations or Communications Management (NQF level 6 or 7)
Application Instructions
  • Online Portal: Access the system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
  • Email Submission: Forward documents to [email protected].
  • Documentation: Ensure that all applications explicitly state the position title and the correct reference number.
  • Deadline: Applications must be submitted no later than 23 March 2026.