Unemployed Graduates Wanted for SAASTA Journalism Internship Programme for SABC

Unemployed Graduates Wanted for SAASTA Journalism Internship Programme for SABC. The South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement, in collaboration with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), South African National Editor’s Forum (SANEF) and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) are launching this great initiative in 2022. The SABC will select and place successful applicants at their newsroom across the country, to produce science, technology and innovation stories for broadcasts and online media.

Unemployed graduates in Journalism and Media Studies, Science or Technology or relevant equivalent, between the ages of 18 to 35-years-old, are invited to apply for the two-year Science Journalism Internship opportunity.

A stipend will be paid to interns per month as follows: National Diploma NQF Level 6 (R 5 740), Bachelor’s Degree / B.Tech NQF Level 7 (R 6,375), Honours NQF Level 8 (R 7,055), Master’s NQF Level 9 (R 8,375).

Requirements:

• Minimum requirement National Diploma (NQF 6 / NQF 7 / NQF 8) in Journalism and Media Studies, Science or Technology or relevant equivalent qualifications.
• Ability to write, read and translate into one or more indigenous languages.
• Ability to cover news in multiple format.
• Full Computer literacy, Zoom, Teams etc.
• Good photographic sense and a sharp eye for detail.
• Physical fitness to carry equipment and manage it.
• Self-motivation and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Writing / radio and television skills.
• Fifteen (15) positions are available in all provinces.

Specify your preferred province – Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal.

How to Apply

Interested youth, who meet the minimum requirements, are invited to submit a certified copy of their qualification, a motivational letter and a detailed CV.

Email address: [email protected]

Closing Date: 30th December 2022.