Applications Open for the South African Tourism Graduate Internship Programme (x23 Posts)

Applications Open for the South African Tourism Graduate Internship Programme (x23 Posts). Are you a passionate graduate ready to make an impact in South Africa’s tourism sector? South African Tourism has officially opened its Graduate Internship Programme 2026, offering structured, paid workplace exposure across key business units at its head office in Sandton.

About the Programme

This programme is designed to equip young graduates with hands-on experience, professional mentoring, and exposure to real business projects in a fast-paced, dynamic public entity driving South Africa’s global tourism brand.

Requirements:

• South African citizen
• Hold a minimum 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma, Degree or BTech)
• Qualification at NQF Level 6 or NQF Level 7
• No prior internship experience
• Passionate about contributing to the tourism and public sector environment

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Available Internship Opportunities (Business Units & Fields)

Office of the CEO

• Field: Public Relations / Marketing / Communications
• Posts: 1
• Area of Interest: Stakeholder engagement
• Attributes: Strong administration and organising skills
• Reference: SAT101

Legal

• Field: LLB / BCom Law
• Posts: 1
• Attributes: Attentive, ability to maintain confidentiality
• Reference: SAT102

Strategic Planning, Evaluation & Project Management

• Field: Public Management / Public Administration / Auditing
• Posts: 1
• Area of Interest: Strategic planning
• Reference: SAT103

Brand & Marketing / Public Relations

• Field: Strategic Communications / Digital Marketing / PR / Marketing
• Posts: 2
• Areas of Interest: Digital PR, social media, content creation, graphic design, copy-writing
• Attributes: Creative, innovative, self-starter, time flexible
• Reference: SAT104

Insights & Analytics

• Field: Research, Business Science, Statistics, Data Science, Data Engineering
• Posts: 2
• Areas of Interest: Data analysis, visualisation, optimisation
• Attributes: Curious, adaptable, agile learner
• Reference: SAT105

Finance & Supply Chain

• Fields: Finance / Accounting; Logistics & Supply Chain
• Posts: 4 (2 Finance, 2 Supply Chain)
• Attributes: Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Reference: SAT106

National Convention Bureau

• Fields: Sales & Marketing, Events Management, Tourism Management, Project Management
• Posts: 3
  • Strategic Events (1)
  • MICE (1)
  • Business Events (1)
• Skills: Digital marketing, web design, Photoshop
• Reference: SAT107

Tourism Grading Council

• Fields: Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Events, Project Management
• Posts: 2
  • Quality Assurance (1)
  • Quality Assessment (1)
• Attributes: Quality-driven, customer-focused, detail-oriented
• Reference: SAT108

Global Trade

• Field: Digital Marketing / Tourism Marketing
• Posts: 1
• Skills: Digital marketing and graphic design
• Reference: SAT109

Human Capital

• Field: Human Resources Management / Industrial Psychology
• Posts: 1
• Attributes: Confidentiality, emotional intelligence, approachability
• Reference: SAT110

Information & Communications Technology (ICT)

• Field: IT / Business Analytics / Business Information Systems
• Posts: 2
• Areas: Systems development, databases, cybersecurity, networking, desktop support
• Attributes: Strong troubleshooting skills, adaptable to new technology
• Reference: SAT111

Tourism Execution (Europe, Africa, Asia, Domestic)

• Fields: Tourism Marketing / Travel & Tourism / Marketing / Communications / Events
• Posts: 3
  • Domestic (1)
  • Tourism Execution (2)
• Skills: Digital marketing, social media, content creation
• Reference: SAT112

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via PNET. Prepare the following documents:

• Detailed CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified Grade 12 certificate
• Certified academic transcript
• Quote the correct reference number for the post you are applying for

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Closing Date: 30 January 2026