KZN CET College MQA-Funded Graduate Internships 2026 - 2028

Who can apply

• Completed and signed Z83 application form.
• Comprehensive CV.
• Recent and contactable references.
• Certified copy of South African ID.
• Certified copies of educational qualifications.
• Applicants must hold the relevant qualification for the internship they are applying for.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to KZN CET College MQA-Funded - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

KwaZulu-Natal Community Education and Training (CET) College invites suitably qualified unemployed South African graduates to apply for the MQA-Funded Graduate Internship Programme for 2026 - 2028.

Internship Application Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00

Internship Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

KwaZulu-Natal CET College Graduate Internship Programme 2026 - 2028

KwaZulu-Natal CET College is recruiting unemployed graduates for a structured 24-month internship programme funded by the MQA.

The programme offers workplace exposure in several professional fields and requires successful candidates to be prepared to relocate anywhere within KwaZulu-Natal Province.

Internship Programme Overview

Organisation: KwaZulu-Natal Community Education and Training CollegeProgramme: MQA-Funded Graduate Internship Programme 2026 - 2028Contract Duration: 24 monthsEmployment Type: Fixed-term internshipTarget Group: Unemployed South African graduatesNumber of Opportunities: 7Province: KwaZulu-NatalStipend: Not specifiedClosing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00Application Methods: Email or hand delivery

Available Internship Opportunities

Finance Internship - X2 Posts

Reference Number: FIN/01/2026

Applicants must have a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Financial Management; or
• Accounting.

Duties may include:

• Compiling budget-versus-expenditure documents.
• Maintaining cash-flow and budget documentation.
• Responding to budget-related queries.
• Processing claims.
• Assisting with audit queries.
• Sorting and distributing salary slips.
• Updating payroll certificate reports.
• Checking payment files.
• Sourcing quotations.
• Capturing requisitions.
• Following up on outstanding commitments.
• Verifying received goods against orders.

Human Resources Management Internship - X1 Post

Reference Number: HR/02/2026

Applicants must have a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Human Resources Management.

Duties may include:

• Assisting with performance management implementation.
• Capturing employee performance information.
• Supporting PMDS workshops and training.
• Providing general HR administration.
• Assisting with leave capturing.
• Assisting with pension and PILLAR applications.
• Filing.
• Supporting conditions-of-service administration.

Civil Engineering Internship - X1 Post

Reference Number: CE/03/2026

Applicants must have a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Civil Engineering.

The supplied advert lists duties connected to facilities and infrastructure maintenance, including:

• Assisting with construction and repair activities.
• Supporting maintenance of doors, windows, ceilings, cupboards and other fixtures.
• Conducting routine building inspections.
• Identifying structural defects.
• Supporting preventative maintenance programmes.
• Assisting with basic building plans and measurements.
• Preparing material lists.
• Supporting cost estimates.
• Maintaining tools and materials.
• Supporting Occupational Health and Safety compliance.
• Compiling maintenance reports.

General Administration Internship - X1 Post

Reference Number: GA/04/2026

Applicants must have a National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Public Management; or
• Administration.

Duties may include:

• Managing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Providing administrative support.
• Coordinating workflow.
• Assisting with submissions.
• Drafting and formatting letters and documents.
• Providing secretarial support.
• Arranging meetings and venues.
• Maintaining filing systems.
• Preparing requisitions.
• Liaising with stakeholders.
• Supporting Directorate officials.

Education Internship - X1 Post

Reference Number: EDU/05/2026

Applicants must have:

• Advanced Diploma in ACET; or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

Duties may include:

• Assisting lecturers with lesson preparation.
• Supporting teaching and learning activities.
• Providing student academic support.
• Preparing teaching and learning materials.
• Maintaining attendance and assessment records.
• Capturing learner information.
• Supporting registration, orientation and induction.
• Assisting with examination invigilation.
• Supporting learner-development programmes.
• Assisting with career guidance.
• Monitoring learner progress.
• Supporting curriculum implementation.
• Assisting with quality-assurance activities.
• Providing administrative support within Academic Services.
• Participating in College events and community programmes.

Management / Secretariat Internship - X1 Post

Reference Number: MAN/06/2026

Applicants must have a:

• National Diploma in Management Assistant.

Duties may include:

• Diary management.
• Meeting coordination.
• Travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Handling telephone and email queries.
• Managing correspondence.
• Reception and front-office support.
• Records and archives management.
• Scanning and electronic filing.
• Handling confidential documents.

General Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Applicants must hold the relevant qualification for the internship they are applying for.

Selection Process

Successful candidates may be subjected to:

• Qualification verification.
• Personal suitability checks.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Relocation Requirement

Successful applicants must be prepared to:

Relocate anywhere within KwaZulu-Natal Province

Candidates should therefore consider the location flexibility required before accepting an appointment.

Internship Stipend

The supplied official advertisement does not specify the internship stipend.

Applicants should therefore not rely on unofficial stipend amounts unless confirmed directly by KwaZulu-Natal CET College.

How to Apply for KwaZulu-Natal CET College Graduate Internships 2026 - 2028

Applicants can submit their applications by email or hand delivery.

Apply by Email

Send applications to:

[email protected]

Applicants must quote the correct reference number for the position they are applying for.

For example:

• Finance - FIN/01/2026
• Human Resources - HR/02/2026
• Civil Engineering - CE/03/2026
• General Administration - GA/04/2026
• Education - EDU/05/2026
• Management / Secretariat - MAN/06/2026

Hand Delivery

Applications may also be delivered to:

KwaZulu-Natal CET College17 Kosi PlaceSpringfieldDurbanReception Area

Internship Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

21 August 2026 at 16:00

Late applications will not be considered.

Important Application Notes

Applicants should note that:

• Seven internship opportunities are advertised.
• The programme runs for 24 months.
• Applicants must be suitably qualified unemployed South African graduates.
• Opportunities are available in six professional fields.
• Successful candidates must be willing to relocate anywhere in KwaZulu-Natal.
• A completed and signed Z83 form is required.
• Certified ID and qualification copies are required.
• The stipend is not specified in the supplied advertisement.
• Applications may be submitted by email or hand delivery.
• People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Applications close on 21 August 2026 at 16:00.

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