Two media internships at eNCA and eNuus could give journalism graduates practical exposure to newsroom production, social media video editing, script writing and digital content publishing.
The available opportunities are Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026 and eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026. Both roles are contract opportunities based in Johannesburg North, with a listed duration of 9 to 12 months and a market-related salary.
For graduates who want to work in broadcasting, digital news, video production or newsroom writing, these internships can offer valuable real-world media experience.
Why should journalism graduates consider these eNCA and eNuus internships?
Newsrooms move fast. Therefore, graduates need practical exposure to deadlines, editorial decisions, production systems and digital publishing.
These internships can help candidates understand how broadcast and digital news teams work every day.
The Social Media and Video Producer internship focuses on digital output, video editing, social media captions, podcast production and online content support.
The eNuus Producer/Writer internship focuses on daily news bulletins, Afrikaans news writing, editorial coordination, fact-checking and multimedia content production.
Together, these opportunities can help graduates build practical skills that are difficult to learn from theory alone.
Which media internships are available?
There are two listed internship opportunities.
Available roles include:
- Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026
- eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026
Both roles are listed at student or graduate level and are based in Johannesburg North.
Applicants should choose the role that best matches their qualification, language skills and career interests.
What is the Social Media and Video Producer Internship about?
The Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026 supports the eNCA Digital team with social media output.
The successful candidate will help cut content from television news, edit videos, suggest captions and adapt content for different online platforms. The role also includes podcast production support, filming and photography for online use.
This internship may suit candidates who enjoy digital news, video editing, social media, visual storytelling and fast-paced content production.
What will the Social Media and Video Producer intern do?
The successful candidate may assist with:
- Cutting relevant television clips for social media
- Editing reporter videos and pictures into visual stories
- Sourcing footage and images from archives, live feeds, reporters and wires
- Learning to write scripts and audio-visual scripts
- Filming short videos for shows and online platforms
- Preparing video content for publishing
- Supporting podcast production
- Moving content to a new website backend
- Sourcing images for website use
- Assisting digital news editors with newsroom requirements
The role may include newsroom work and field exposure with reporters.
Who can apply for the Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026?
Applicants need a National Diploma in Journalism.
The listing also highlights technology skills such as:
- Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook at intermediate level
- Basic social media knowledge across Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube
- Basic video editing ability using tools or applications such as iMovie, QuickTime, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, InShot or CapCut
- Basic filming and photography knowledge, including smartphone or basic digital single-lens reflex camera use
The role also values accuracy, attention to detail, adaptability, stress tolerance, trust-building and work management.
What is the eNuus Producer/Writer Internship about?
The eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026 supports the editorial team with planning, production and delivery of daily news bulletins.
The role gives the successful candidate practical newsroom experience in news writing, production, editorial coordination and multimedia content creation under the guidance of experienced journalists and producers.
This internship may suit candidates who can write well in Afrikaans and English, follow news closely and work accurately under editorial supervision.
What will the eNuus Producer/Writer intern do?
The successful candidate may assist with:
- Planning and preparing daily news bulletins
- Researching news stories
- Contributing to daily news agenda discussions
- Writing and adapting Afrikaans news copy for television
- Producing accurate and balanced news stories
- Writing scripts under editorial supervision
- Fact-checking and verifying information before broadcast
- Preparing broadcast inserts and multimedia content
- Uploading content to digital platforms
- Learning newsroom systems such as Dalet
- Selecting archive footage and visuals
- Supporting headlines, soundbites, overlays and broadcast elements
The intern will also work with newsroom teams, technical staff, graphics designers and digital teams.
Who can apply for the eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026?
Applicants need a National Senior Certificate and a National Diploma in Journalism and/or Media Studies.
The listing also requires advanced language proficiency in:
- Afrikaans
- English
In addition, applicants need intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills and strong technical competencies such as accuracy, adaptability, planning, organising, applied learning and continuous learning.
Which internship should applicants choose?
Applicants should choose based on their strongest skills.
The Social Media and Video Producer Internship may suit candidates who enjoy video editing, social media, digital publishing, filming and visual storytelling.
The eNuus Producer/Writer Internship may suit candidates who enjoy writing, Afrikaans news copy, bulletin production, fact-checking and newsroom coordination.
A strong application should match the role clearly instead of sending the same generic curriculum vitae for both opportunities.
Why does newsroom experience matter?
Newsroom experience teaches graduates how to work under pressure.
It also helps them understand editorial judgement, accuracy, deadlines, teamwork and public communication.
In digital media, speed matters. However, accuracy still matters more.
Therefore, these internships can help candidates build habits that are important in journalism, broadcasting, digital media and content production.
What type of candidate is likely to stand out?
A strong candidate should show curiosity, discipline and attention to detail.
Recruiters may notice applicants who can show:
- Journalism training
- Strong writing ability
- Interest in current affairs
- Video editing skills
- Social media understanding
- Newsroom awareness
- Research ability
- Fact-checking discipline
- Good communication
- Ability to learn quickly
- Strong organisation
- Professional attitude
For the eNuus role, Afrikaans and English language strength is especially important.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: For these media internships, your curriculum vitae should show proof of practical media interest. Add links to writing samples, video edits, social media content, campus journalism, podcast work or any newsroom-related projects if you have them.
Which documents should applicants prepare?
Applicants should prepare a focused application before applying online.
Useful documents may include:
- Updated curriculum vitae
- National Diploma certificate or academic record
- National Senior Certificate, especially for the eNuus role
- Portfolio links, where available
- Writing samples, where available
- Video editing examples, where available
- Identity document copy, if requested on the portal
- Short motivation or cover letter, if requested
Candidates should keep documents clear, professional and easy to read.
How can candidates apply for the Social Media and Video Producer Internship?
Applications for the Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026 must be completed online.
Candidates should prepare their curriculum vitae and any relevant digital media portfolio before applying.
Applications must be submitted through the official online application portal.
How can candidates apply for the eNuus Producer/Writer Internship?
Applications for the eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026 must also be completed online.
Candidates should make sure their Afrikaans and English language ability is clear in their application.
Applications must be submitted through the official online application portal.
What should applicants check before submitting?
Before submitting, applicants should review every detail carefully.
Check that:
- Your curriculum vitae is updated
- Your journalism or media qualification is clearly shown
- Your writing skills are visible
- Your video editing skills are included, if applying for the social media role
- Your Afrikaans and English proficiency is clear, if applying for the eNuus role
- Your portfolio links work, if included
- Your cellphone number is correct
- Your email address is active
- Your documents are clear and readable
- You apply for the correct internship
Small mistakes can weaken a media application because newsroom work depends on accuracy.
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Final Thoughts
The eNCA and eNuus Media Internships 2026 offer journalism and media graduates a chance to gain practical newsroom, digital content, video production and writing experience.
The Social Media and Video Producer role is ideal for candidates who enjoy digital video, social platforms and online publishing. Meanwhile, the eNuus Producer/Writer role is better suited to candidates with strong Afrikaans and English writing ability.
Candidates who meet the requirements should prepare a focused curriculum vitae, add relevant portfolio work where possible and submit their application through the correct official online portal.
