University of South Africa (UNISA): Internship Programme 2025

The University of South Africa (UNISA) is calling on unemployed youth aged 18 to 35 to apply for its Internship Programme, which lasts for 12 months. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience! Apply now and take the first step towards your career!

Position: Internship Programme
Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R120 925.00 PA
Assumption of duty: 01 September 2025
Enquiries: HR contact person aligned to the position
Closing date: 10 August 2025

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
APPLICATIONS ARE HEREBY INVITED FROM THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

  • Unemployed South African Citizens who have completed a UNISA qualification. which is equivalent to NQF level 6 and above.
  • With no formal work experience in the field of application.
  • Applicants who were previously appointed at UNISA or any other organization will not be considered.
  • The position reference and your UNISA student number must be accurately indicated on the portal.
  • Applications for multiple positions must be submitted individually.
  • Age restriction: not older than 35 years.
  • Applicants must be UNISA graduates in the required field(s) of study.

POSITION REF NUMBERPOSITION APPLICATION E-MAIL ADDRESS & CONTACT PERSONCOLLEGE / DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATELOCATION / REGIONMINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREDNUMBER OF POSITIONS
URP/07/2025Kagiso Mapotho
012 429 3446
OR
Munyardzi Munyaradzi
012 433 9542
UNISA RADIO- Communication Division (Journalism)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)A National Diploma in Public Relations or bachelor’s degree in communication, Marketing,7
URW/07/2025Kagiso Mapotho
012 429 3446
OR
Munyardzi Munyaradzi
012 433 9542
UNISA RADIO- Communication Division (Broadcast Assistant)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)A National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Multimedia, Diploma in Electrical Engineering3
WGD/01/2025Mr. Khanyisa Hobololo
012 433 9543
Institutional Advancement: Communication, Marketing & Events. (Web Graphic Design). (Capability in Graphic Design)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)Bachelor of Arts (Visual & Multimedia Arts) (Include short portfolio of Graphic Designs on cv)1
CGD/02/2025Mr. Khanyisa Hobololo
012 433 9543
Institutional Advancement: Communication, Marketing & Events. (Social Media) (Capability in Graphic Design)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)Bachelor of Arts (Communication or Sciences/Studies) or National Diploma (Public Relations)2
MEM/02/2025Mr. Khanyisa Hobololo
012 433 9543
Software & social media basic competency Institutional Advancement: Communication, Marketing & Events. (Events Management)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)Bachelor of Arts (Communication Sciences/Studies) or National Diploma (Public Relations)2
CME/02/2025Xoliswa Maqgazana
012 429 8280
Institutional Advancement: CME (Marketing)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)Diploma or Degree in Marketing2
CMF/02/2025Xoliswa Maqgazana
012 429 8280
Institutional Advancement: CME (Communication)Pretoria (Muckleneuk)Diploma or Degree in Communication, Media Studies, Journalism or Public Relations3

Competencies:

  • Computer literacy in respect of office packages (Microsoft Office 365) and internet
  • Good interpersonal relations; communication skills and telephone etiquette
  • Ability to take initiative, work in a team under constant supervision
  • The ability to prioritize, pay attention to details and go the extra mile
  • Sense of commitment, responsibility, and punctuality
  • Ability to work under pressure, and under strict deadlines
  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Problem solving skills
  • Time management
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously

You are required to attach the following documents on the applications process.

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • One-page motivational letter – why you should be considered for this internship.
  • Certified copies (Not more than 6 months old) of South African ID, Matric Certificate, Academic Record and Unisa Completed Qualification.

NB: Only PDF format documents are accepted (No pictures and password-protected documents).

The link will only allow access to Unisa Students and graduates. To apply please click the following link https://forms.office.com/r/xvkNx0Mvyw

CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES ONLY AND THEY ARE ALSO EXPECTED TO AVAIL THEMSELVES ON THE INTERVIEW DATES DETERMINED BY THE EMPLOYER

NB: RELOCATION WILL BE AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE
NB: BACKGROUND CHECKS WILL BE CONDUCTED FOR ALL SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES

All applications should be submitted before 23:59PM on the closing date.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.