NERSA Internship & Learnership Programmes 2026

NERSA's programme aims to contribute to youth development and skills development by helping unemployed graduates gain practical workplace experience and develop professional knowledge. Successful candidates will be appointed on a 24-month contract, with no guarantee of permanent employment after completion. Applicants must apply for positions that match their qualifications, and separate applications are required for each department or programme.

Gain practical workplace exposure within the relevant NERSA department.

Develop professional skills and knowledge related to the selected field.

Participate in work-related activities aligned with the relevant department.

The official advert does not provide detailed, position-specific daily responsibilities.

Must be an unemployed South African citizen.

Must have completed Grade 12 / Matric.

Must hold a relevant qualification from a South African university.

Must meet the qualification requirements for the selected department.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Depending on the selected opportunity, applicants must hold a relevant National Diploma / Diploma (NQF 6), Bachelor's Degree, BTech Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7), Postgraduate Diploma / Honours Degree (NQF 8), or Master's Degree (NQF 9).

Study areas include Law, Information Technology, Information Management, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Human Resources, Auditing, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Office Management, Security Management, International Relations, Risk Management, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.

Comprehensive CV.

Certified copy of South African ID.

Certified copies of relevant qualifications.

Full academic record.

Email your application to applications@nersa.org.za.

Use the relevant department reference number and department name in the email subject line. Separate applications must be submitted for each position applied for. Applications can also be posted to:

National Energy Regulator of South Africa Human Resources Division PO Box 40343 Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007

For the attention of Ms Lena Rankhumise or Mr Nkanyiso Magwaza.

Important: Applications without the correct reference number and division in the email subject line may be disqualified.