If you’re a recent graduate or an unemployed youth looking to kick-start your career, here are three exciting opportunities you can’t afford to miss. These programmes are designed to equip young South Africans with practical experience, professional exposure, and nationally recognised qualifications across various industries.
1. Mossel Bay Municipality Internship Programme 2025 / 2026
Location: Mossel Bay, Western Cape, South Africa
Closing Date: 07 November 2025 (no applications after 13h00 will be accepted)
Stipend: R9 274.85 per month
Duration: 12 months (renewable up to 3 years)
The Mossel Bay Municipality invites unemployed graduates residing within its municipal boundaries to apply for the Local Economic Development Internship Programme 2025 under the Planning and Economic Development Department.
This opportunity offers graduates a chance to gain valuable work experience in local government while contributing to economic growth and community development.
More details: Mossel Bay Municipality Internships 2025 / 2026
2. National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) Internship 2025 — Inspector in Training: NORM
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 07 November 2025
Salary: R60 000 – R150 000 per annum
Contract Duration: 24 months
The National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) is offering an internship opportunity for Inspector in Training: NORM on a two-year contract. This position is ideal for science or engineering graduates interested in radiation safety, environmental protection, and nuclear regulation.
Interns will receive professional training, mentorship, and exposure to South Africa’s nuclear safety framework — preparing them for technical and regulatory careers in the energy and environmental sectors.
Learn more: NNR Inspector in Training Internship 2025
3. Sumitomo Rubber SA YES Learnerships 2025 / 2026
Locations: Durban Head Office & Ladysmith Manufacturing Plant, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Closing Date: 07 November 2025
Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, the manufacturer of Dunlop tyres, invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the YES Learnership Programme 2025 / 2026.
Through this initiative, participants will gain 12 months of work experience in various business and manufacturing functions — enhancing their employability and workplace readiness under the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.
This learnership is perfect for candidates eager to explore careers in the automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Read more: Sumitomo Rubber SA YES Learnerships 2025 / 2026
Why Apply for These Opportunities?
These programmes offer:
- Practical work experience aligned with your field of study
- Monthly stipends or salaries to support you financially
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Certificates or training credits upon successful completion
- A pathway to permanent employment or further career growth
Don’t Miss the Deadline
All three opportunities close on 7 November 2025, so act fast. Prepare your CV, certified documents, and application forms ahead of time to avoid last-minute delays.
Tip: You can create a professional, modern CV effortlessly using free online tools such as Edupstairs Simple CV Builder to make your application stand out.
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