The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) invites South African graduates to apply for the Research Intern and Monitoring and Evaluation Intern positions for 2026.
Internship Duration: 12 Months
Internship Location: Bedfordview, Johannesburg (Eastern Suburbs), Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Temporary Internship
Stipend: R146 311,80 per annum
Closing Date: 31 January 2026
These internships provide valuable research and analytical workplace experience within the SETA environment and are ideal for graduates interested in development studies, population studies, demography, and statistics.
Interns with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Available Internship Positions
Research Intern
Reference Number: JHB000214
Role Purpose:
The Research Intern will provide research assistance to researchers and support ongoing research projects within HWSETA.
Minimum Requirements:
- Honours Degree in Development Studies, Population Studies, Demography, or Statistics
Monitoring and Evaluation Intern
Reference Number: JHB000215
Role Purpose:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Intern will assist with research activities, data analysis, and monitoring and evaluation support for projects within the organisation.
Minimum Requirements:
- Honours Degree in Development Studies, Population Studies, Demography, or Statistics
Key Responsibilities
Successful interns will:
- Support researchers with data collection and analysis
- Assist in monitoring and evaluation activities
- Contribute to research reports and project documentation
- Gain practical experience in research methodologies and public-sector systems
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is suitable for:
- Graduates holding an Honours qualification in the relevant fields
- Candidates seeking structured research and M&E workplace exposure
- Applicants interested in public-sector research and development
- Interns with disabilities, who are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Click here to apply for HWSETA Internships 2026:
👉 https://www.hwseta.org.za/vacancies/
Ensure that you select the correct reference number when applying:
- Research Intern: JHB000214
- Monitoring and Evaluation Intern: JHB000215
Applications must be submitted between 19 January 2026 and 31 January 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Why Join HWSETA?
HWSETA plays a key role in skills development within South Africa’s health and welfare sectors. These internships offer graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on research and monitoring experience while contributing to projects that support national development and skills planning.
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