SITA Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Internship Programme
Overview
- Reference Number: Internships 001/2025/26
- Stipend: R5,500 per month
- Duration: 12 months
- Number of Vacancies: 30
- Locations: Gauteng (Pretoria), KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape
- Closing Date: 06 March 2026
The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites qualifying students to apply for the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Internship Programme for the 2026/27 cycle. This structured programme provides workplace exposure required to complete academic qualifications.
Purpose
The programme is designed to provide structured, practical workplace experience to students whose qualifications include Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) as a compulsory requirement. It bridges academic learning with real-world work experience.
Importance
- Helps students complete mandatory WIL requirements.
- Provides hands-on experience in a government ICT environment.
- Offers exposure to professional workplace standards and processes.
- Provides financial support through a monthly stipend.
- Improves employability after graduation.
Fields of Study Accepted
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Software Development
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Analysis
- Graphic Design
- Office Administration
- Financial Management
Provincial Breakdown of Vacancies
Gauteng (Pretoria)
- Internal Audit (3)
- Finance (2)
- Supply Chain Management (2)
- Office Administration (1)
- Financial Management (1)
- Computer Science / Information Systems (2)
KwaZulu-Natal
- Information Communication Technology (ICT) (2)
Limpopo
- ICT / Graphic Design / Computer Science / Business Analysis (16)
Eastern Cape
- Supply Chain Management (1)
Minimum Requirements / Eligibility
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Must be unemployed.
- Must be registered with a recognised South African higher education institution.
- Qualification must include Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) as a compulsory component.
- Must provide an official letter from the institution confirming the WIL requirement and duration.
Additional Notes:
- Preference will be given to people living with disabilities.
- Preference will be given in line with SITA’s Employment Equity Plan.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Appointment is subject to security clearance and verification processes.
Benefits
- R5,500 monthly stipend.
- 12 months structured workplace exposure.
- Practical experience aligned to academic qualification.
- Exposure to a national government ICT agency.
- Enhanced employability after programme completion.
Who Should Apply
- Students who require WIL to graduate.
- Unemployed youth between 18 and 35.
- Students in IT, Finance, SCM, HR, Business Analysis and related fields.
- Applicants residing in Gauteng, KZN, Limpopo, or Eastern Cape.
How to Apply
- Identify the province you are applying for.
- Complete the online application form for that province.
- Submit your application before 06 March 2026.
Important: Do not attach documents unless specifically requested. Required documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Late applications will not be considered.
🕒 Posted: 2026-02-26