SAMDDRA has opened three one-year graduate internships in partnership with MICT SETA for 2026. South African graduates with a three-year diploma, degree or equivalent qualification can gain hybrid work experience across five information and communication technology fields. Applications close at midnight on 30 July 2026, while no stipend is disclosed.
The South African Mobile Devices Distributors and Repairers Association will place the successful graduates on one-year contracts. Moreover, interns will gain practical experience while applying their academic knowledge under the guidance of experienced professionals.
The programme will follow a hybrid working arrangement linked to SAMDDRA’s Midrand office. However, candidates must have reliable transport because the placement will still require office attendance.
Which technology fields will SAMDDRA consider?
SAMDDRA will consider graduates whose qualifications relate to software, systems, artificial intelligence or digital media.
The available fields include:
- Systems and Software Development
- Business Information Systems
- Artificial Intelligence
- Systems Analysis
- Digital Media
Because the programme offers only three placements, applicants should explain clearly how their qualifications relate to one of these fields.
In addition, candidates should highlight relevant university projects, technical assignments or portfolio work that demonstrates their knowledge.
What qualification does SAMDDRA require?
Applicants must be South African citizens who have completed a three-year post-school qualification.
SAMDDRA will accept:
- A National Diploma
- A bachelor’s degree
- An equivalent three-year qualification
However, the qualification must relate to at least one of the five advertised information and communication technology fields.
Candidates must also provide proof that a South African Qualifications Authority-accredited institution awarded or completed the qualification.
Which personal and technical skills could strengthen a submission?
Although SAMDDRA focuses on graduate qualifications, the organisation also wants candidates who can work responsibly within a hybrid professional environment.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office knowledge
- Email and internet skills
- The ability to work independently
- A willingness to show initiative
- Reliable transport for office attendance
Furthermore, access to a smartphone or laptop will count as an advantage.
Because interns may complete certain tasks away from the office, they should feel comfortable managing their time, communicating remotely and meeting deadlines without constant supervision.
How will the one-year internship support graduate development?
The three successful graduates will receive practical work exposure over a one-year contract.
During this period, interns will apply academic knowledge to real workplace activities while learning from experienced professionals. Therefore, the programme can help graduates build technical confidence, professional habits and evidence of workplace experience.
The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority supports the internship partnership.
However, the advertisement does not disclose a monthly stipend or salary. Candidates should therefore request clarity about remuneration if SAMDDRA invites them to the next stage.
Can graduates already registered for another programme qualify?
Applicants may not participate in another Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority-funded programme.
They may also not enrol in any programme funded by another Sector Education and Training Authority while joining this internship.
To confirm eligibility, every candidate must provide a learner affidavit declaring that they are not enrolled in another funded programme.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Use your curriculum vitae to list specific projects under the relevant technology field. For example, software-development graduates can mention applications they built, while artificial-intelligence graduates can describe models, datasets or analytical tools they used. Include working portfolio links where available.
Which documents must candidates attach?
SAMDDRA requires every applicant to email a complete set of supporting documents.
Candidates must attach:
- A copy of their South African identity document
- A complete and updated curriculum vitae
- A qualification certificate or official completion letter
- A learner affidavit confirming that they are not enrolled in another Sector Education and Training Authority-funded programme
Importantly, SAMDDRA warns that missing documents will result in disqualification.
Before sending the email, applicants should open every attachment and check that names, identification numbers and qualification details remain clear.
How can graduates submit their applications?
Applications and internship enquiries must be sent by email to:
Candidates should state the relevant internship field in the subject line. For example:
Graduate Internship 2026 – Systems and Software Development – Full Name
or
Graduate Internship 2026 – Digital Media – Full Name
Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 30 July 2026. SAMDDRA will provide feedback to shortlisted candidates only.
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Final Thoughts
The SAMDDRA Graduate Internships 2026 provide three graduates with an opportunity to convert academic knowledge into practical workplace experience.
Furthermore, the one-year contracts cover five growing information and communication technology fields, including artificial intelligence, systems development and digital media.
Interested graduates should ensure that their qualifications match the advertised fields, prepare the compulsory learner affidavit and submit every required document before the midnight deadline.
