SITA: Internship & WIL Programme – Apply Today

ByRainbow Time

State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites unemployed South African graduates and students to apply for its 2026/27 Internship and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programmes. These 12-month programmes are designed to provide structured workplace exposure and practical experience across ICT and Non-ICT fields. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of either R5 500 (WIL Programme) or R7 800 (Internship Programme), depending on the category of placement, and may be considered for absorption into relevant positions upon successful completion of the programme.

Opportunities are available across multiple provinces, including Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape and Western Cape. Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 who meet the qualification requirements in their respective fields. The closing date for applications is 06 March 2026, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Internship Programmes 2026/27

1. Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme

Position: Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Intern
Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R 5 500 per month
Location: SITA (Gauteng – Pretoria, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape)
Closing Date: 06 March 2026

2. Non-ICT Internship Programme

Position: Internship Programme (Non-ICT Fields)
Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R 7 800 per month
Location: SITA (Gauteng – Pretoria, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape)
Closing Date: 06 March 2026

3. ICT Internship Programme

Position: ICT Internship Programme
Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R 7 800 per month
Location: SITA (Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Western Cape, Limpopo)
Closing Date: 06 March 2026

State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Internship & Work-Integrated Learning Opportunities 2026/27

The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites qualifying South African students and graduates to apply for the 2026/27 Internship and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programmes. These programmes are designed to provide structured workplace exposure and practical experience to support academic completion and professional development.

1. Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme

Reference Number: Internships 001/2025/26
Job Title: Work-Integrated Learning (WIL)
Stipend: R 5 500 per month
Location: SITA
Duration: 12 Months
Number of Vacancies: 30

Programme Overview

The Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme is intended for students who require workplace exposure as a compulsory component of their academic qualification. The programme provides structured training aligned to the students’ field of study.

Fields of Study

Applications will be considered from students registered in the following disciplines, including but not limited to:

  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Software Development
  • Human Resources
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Related fields

Regional Allocation

Gauteng (Pretoria)

  • Internal Audit – 3
  • Finance – 2
  • Supply Chain Management – 2
  • Office Administration – 1
  • Financial Management – 1
  • Computer Science / Information Systems – 2

KwaZulu-Natal

  • Information Communication Technology (ICT) – 2

Limpopo

  • ICT / Graphic Design / Computer Science / Business Analysis – 2

Eastern Cape

  • Supply Chain Management – 1
  • ICT – 6

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be unemployed South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35
  • Be registered with a recognised and accredited institution of higher learning
  • Require Work-Integrated Learning as a compulsory component of their qualification
  • Provide an official letter from the institution confirming the WIL requirement and duration

Preference will be given to People Living with Disabilities, Whites, Coloureds and Indians in line with SITA’s Employment Equity Plan.

Enquiries can be directed to:

Copies of ID, academic statement of results and WIL requirement letter will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.

Closing Date: 06 March 2026

2. Non-ICT Internship Programme (Gauteng – Pretoria and Other Provinces)

Reference Number: Internships 001/2026/27
Job Title: Internship Programme
Stipend: R 7 800 per month
Location: SITA
Duration: 12 Months

SITA offers internship opportunities in Non-ICT fields. Interns who meet the minimum performance requirements after completion of the 12-month programme may be considered for absorption into critical positions within SITA.

Preference will be given to applicants residing within the relevant province.

Gauteng (Pretoria) Opportunities

  • Human Capital Management (EW & OHS) – 1
    • National Diploma/BTech in Safety Management
    • National Diploma in Environmental Health
  • Finance – 4
    • BCom Accounting
    • Diploma/BTech in Auditing/Accounting
  • Supply Chain Management – 6
    • BCom Contract Management
    • Supply Chain Management
    • LLB
    • BCom Business Management
    • National Diploma in Logistics
    • Purchasing Management
    • Industrial Engineering
  • PSS Commercial and Analysis – 1
    • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management
  • Customer Operations – 2
    • National Diploma in Business Management / Administration / Project Management
  • IFASS: Application Training – 3
    • Bachelor of Education
    • Higher Diploma in Education
    • OT ETDP
  • Governance, Risk, Compliance and Integrity (GRCI) – 1
    • LLB

Other Provinces

Mpumalanga

  • Supply Chain Management – 3
    • National Diploma/Degree in Management, SCM or Purchasing

Northern Cape

  • Customer Relations Management – 1
    • National Diploma in Business Administration

Eastern Cape

  • Supply Chain Management – 1
    • BCom or National Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be unemployed South African citizens between 18 and 35 years
  • Be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or 3-year National Diploma (NQF Level 6 or higher) in the relevant field
  • Have no work experience

Preference will be given to People Living with Disabilities, Whites, Coloureds and Indians.

Copies of CV, ID and qualifications will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.

Closing Date: 06 March 2026

Applicants who previously completed a Learnership or Internship with SITA will not be considered.

3. ICT Internship Programme

Reference Number: Internships 001/2026/27
Job Title: ICT Internship Programme
Stipend: R 7 800 per month
Location: SITA
Duration: 12 Months

SITA offers internship opportunities within various Information Communication Technology (ICT) fields. Successful interns who meet performance requirements after completing the programme may be considered for absorption into entry-level positions.

Preference will be given to applicants residing within the relevant province.

Provincial Opportunities

Gauteng Province – 38 Positions

  • End-User Computing
  • Software Development
  • Business Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Graphic Design
  • Electronic Engineering

KwaZulu-Natal (Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Ulundi, Ladysmith) – 16 Positions

  • Service Desk
  • Software Development
  • Database Administration
  • System Administration
  • Software Testing
  • End-User Computing
  • Information System Security
  • Server Engineer
  • Network Engineer

Mpumalanga – 4 Positions

  • Graphic Design
  • Software Development
  • End-User Computing

Western Cape – 2 Positions

  • Software Development

Limpopo Province – 10 Positions

  • End-User Computing
  • Software Development
  • Business Analysis
  • Specialist Networks

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be unemployed South African citizens between 18 and 35 years
  • Be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or 3-year National Diploma in ICT or related field (NQF Level 6 or higher)
  • Have no working experience

People Living with Disabilities, Whites, Coloureds and Indians are encouraged to apply.

Copies of CV, ID and qualifications will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.

Closing Date: 06 March 2026

General Disclaimer

SITA is an Employment Equity employer. Appointments will be made in line with SITA’s Employment Equity Plan.

  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • If you do not hear from SITA within two to three months after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
  • Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
  • SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Appointments are subject to positive security clearance, qualification verification and reference checks.
  • CVs from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
  • Applicants who previously participated in a SITA Internship Programme will not be considered.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must use the links provided below to complete and submit the online application form for the relevant province or programme. Applicants are required to ensure that all information submitted is accurate and complete before final submission. Only online applications submitted through the official SITA 2026/27 Internship Programme application links will be considered.

Applicants should note that supporting documents such as a CV, certified copy of ID, academic qualifications, statement of results, and confirmation of Work-Integrated Learning (where applicable) will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. Enquiries can be directed to the relevant provincial email addresses as indicated in the official advertisement.

Available Positions

1. Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme
Apply Here: SITA 2026/27 Internship Programme – Fill out form

2. Non-ICT Internship Programme
Apply Here: SITA 2026/27 Internship Programme – Fill out form

3. ICT Internship Programme
Apply Here: SITA 2026/27 Internship Programme – Fill out form