The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites unemployed graduates to apply for ICT Internships / Graduate Internship Programme for 2026 / 2027.
Location: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Western Cape and Limpopo, South Africa
Job Type: Graduate Internship
Duration: 12 months
Salary: R7 800.00 monthly stipend
Closing Date: 06 March 2026
SITA is offering exciting opportunities within various Information Communication Technology (ICT) fields.
The 12-month internship programme provides practical workplace exposure to unemployed graduates. Interns who meet the minimum requirements after completing the programme may be considered for absorption into entry-level positions within SITA.
Preference will be given to applicants residing within the province they are applying for.
Available Fields and Number of Posts:
Gauteng Province – 38 Posts
Fields include:
- End-User Computing
- Software Development
- Business Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Graphic Design
- Electronic Engineering
KwaZulu-Natal (Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Ulundi, Ladysmith) – 16 Posts
Fields include:
- Service Desk
- Software Development
- Database Administration
- System Administration
- Software Testing
- End-User Computing
- Information System Security
- Server Engineer
- Network Engineer
Mpumalanga – 4 Posts
Fields include:
- Graphic Design
- Software Development
- End-User Computing
Western Cape – 2 Posts
- Software Development
Limpopo Province – 10 Posts
Fields include:
- End-User Computing
- Software Development
- Business Analysis
- Specialist Networks
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Unemployed South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 years
- In possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or 3-year National Diploma in ICT or related field at NQF Level 6
- No working experience required
- Applicants who previously completed any SITA Internship Programme will not be considered
People living with disabilities, Whites, Coloured and Indians are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply for the State Information Technology Agency (SITA): ICT Internships 2026 / 2027
Click on the Apply Now button below your preferred province to apply online for State Information Technology Agency (SITA): ICT Internship Programme
ICT Internship Programme (Gauteng)
ICT Internship Programme (KwaZulu-Natal)
ICT Internship Programme (Limpopo)
ICT Internship Programme (Mpumalanga)
ICT Internship Programme (Western Cape)
Click here to access the SITA ICT Internship Programme 2026/27 online
Enquiries Per Province:
- Gauteng: GPinternship@sita.co.za
- KwaZulu-Natal: KZNinternship@sita.co.za
- Limpopo: PKinternship@sita.co.za
- Mpumalanga: MPinternship@sita.co.za
- Western Cape: WCinternships@sita.co.za
Note: Copies of CV, ID and qualifications will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Important Information
- SITA is an Employment Equity employer and appointments will be made in line with SITA’s Employment Equity Plan.
- If you do not hear from SITA within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Appointment is subject to security clearance, qualification verification and reference checks.
- CVs from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
- Your application will not be considered if you have previously participated in any SITA Internship Programme.
Why Apply for the SITA ICT Internship?
This programme offers:
- R7 800 monthly stipend
- Exposure to real ICT projects in government
- Hands-on experience in Software Development, Networks, Security, Data and more
- Possible permanent employment after completion
If you meet the requirements, apply before 06 March 2026and kickstart your ICT career with SITA.
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