The East London Industrial Development Zone SOC Ltd (ELIDZ) has officially announced its 24-month Graduate / Post-Qualification Internship Programme for 2026, targeting unemployed South African graduates across scarce and high-impact fields such as engineering, science, supply chain, records management, safety, IT, research, and more.
Closing Date: 04 February 2026
Location: East London (Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality)
If you have completed your qualification, are between 18 and 35, and have never participated in an internship before, this programme offers structured, paid workplace exposure designed to launch long-term careers within South Africa’s industrial and innovation ecosystem.
Quick Overview
- Organisation: East London Industrial Development Zone SOC Ltd
- Programme Type: Graduate / Post-Qualification Internship
- Duration: Up to 24 months
- Eligibility: Unemployed South African graduates (18–35 years)
- Application Method: Email
- Reference Number: ELIDZ_Vac_2026-159
Internship Fields and Areas of Exposure (2026 Intake)
The ELIDZ Internship Programme provides structured exposure aligned to specific qualifications and departments. All fields and numbers below are confirmed from the official advert.
Available Internship Fields
Safety Management
- Qualification: M+3 in Safety Management
- Positions: 1
Electrical Engineering (Maintenance & Facilities)
- Qualification: M+3 in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
- Positions: 1
Records Management (Archives)
- Qualification: M+3 in Records Management / Archives
- Positions: 3
Records Management (Administration)
- Qualification: M+3 in Office Management & Technology / Office Administration
- Positions: 1
Project Portfolio Management
- Qualification: M+3 in IT, Software Development, Civil or Mechanical Engineering
- Positions: 1
Project Industrial Development
- Qualification: M+3 in Building or Civil Engineering
- Positions: 1
Supply Chain Management
- Qualification: M+3 in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
- Positions: 2
Science & Technology Park – Laboratory
- Qualification: M+3 in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or Food Technology
- Positions: 3
Science & Technology Park – Design Centre
- Qualification: M+3 in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering
- Positions: 1
Science & Technology Park – Research
- Qualification: M+3 in Agricultural Economics or Economics
- Positions: 1
Knowledge Management
- Qualification: M+3 in Business Information Systems, Data Science, Informatics, or Knowledge Management
- Positions: 1
Who Can Apply?
To be considered, all of the following must apply to you:
- Completed your relevant qualification (not currently studying)
- South African citizen
- Aged 18–35 years
- Currently unemployed
- No prior work experience in your field of study
- Never participated in any internship programme before
- Not studying full-time
- Academically strong (top performers are prioritised)
Important Preference Criteria
- Preference will be given to applicants from Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
- Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Note: Failing to meet any one of the requirements may result in automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
Follow the instructions exactly to avoid disqualification.
Documents Required
- Application letter (clearly stating the area of exposure)
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of academic qualifications
- Certified academic record (mandatory)
Application Email
Send all documents to: internships@elidz.co.za
Recommended Email Subject Line:
ELIDZ Internship 2026 – [Field of Exposure]
Closing Date
04 February 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Why This Internship Matters
The ELIDZ Internship Programme offers:
- Up to 24 months of structured, post-qualification workplace exposure
- Placement in strategic industrial, engineering, science, and innovation environments
- Skills development aligned to national industrial and economic priorities
- A strong foundation for permanent roles in industry, research, infrastructure, and public-private development initiatives
If you meet the criteria, apply early and ensure your documents are accurate, complete, and clearly labelled.
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