The National Research Foundation’s South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA), on behalf of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), is inviting unemployed graduates aged 18 to 35 to apply for a 12-month DSTI-National Youth Service (NYS) Programme for 2025.
Location: South Africa
Job Type: Graduate Internship / Traineeship
Closing Date: 31 January 2025
This exciting initiative offers approximately 200 graduates a 12-month volunteering opportunity across various participating organisations.
Who Can Apply?
1. Science, Engineering, and Technology Graduates:
- Graduates will be placed in organisations that promote science engagement, including;-
- Higher education institutions
- Schools
- Science centres
- Science councils
- Biodiversity conservation sites (e.g., botanical and zoological gardens)
- Non-profits focused on maths, science, and technology.
2. Communication Science, Journalism, or Media Studies Graduates:
- Graduates will serve as science knowledge intermediaries at community media outlets, engaging in;-
- Science journalism
- Media-related activities focused on science and technology.
Stipend Details:
The programme offers monthly stipends based on your qualification level;-
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6): R4,500
- Bachelor’s Degree / B. Tech (NQF Level 7): R5,000
- Honours (NQF Level 8): R5,500
- Master’s (NQF Level 9): R6,500
- PhD (NQF Level 10): R7,700
How to Apply for National Research Foundation’s South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA): Department of Science, Technology and Innovation-National Youth Service (DSI-NYS) Programme 2025
Click here to apply online for NRF-SAASTA DSI National Youth Service Programme
To apply, interested candidates should submit the following;-
- A covering letter including:
- Motivation for participating in the programme.
- Current province and preferred deployment province.
- A CV (Curriculum Vitae).
- Certified copies of ID, qualifications, or academic transcripts.
- If certificates are not available, a letter of completion must be attached.
Closing Date for Applications: 31 January 2025
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified regarding the screening outcomes.
- The programme offers a great opportunity for graduates to gain valuable experience in the fields of science, technology, engineering, journalism, and media.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to jumpstart your career while contributing to South Africa’s scientific and technological advancement!
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