Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University invites applications for six graduate internships through the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Graduate Internship Programme. The programme runs for 24 months and offers a monthly stipend of R9,000.
These graduate internship opportunities are available to unemployed South African citizens who have completed the relevant qualifications.
Quick Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Institution | Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University |
| Directorate | Research and Innovation |
| Programme | MQA Graduate Internship Programme |
| Number of Posts | 6 |
| Location | Ga-Rankuwa, Gauteng |
| Contract Duration | 24 months |
| Monthly Stipend | R9,000 |
| Minimum Qualification | Relevant diploma or degree depending on the position |
| Application Method | |
| Closing Date | 6 November 2026 before 16:00 |
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens who have completed the qualification required for their chosen position.
Research Information Management System Intern: 1 Post
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
Business Development Officer Intern: 1 Post
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship or Commerce.
Finance Intern: 2 Posts
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field.
Postgraduate Administration Intern (Pharmacy): 1 Post
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Office Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
Laboratory Technician Intern: 1 Post
Honours or master’s degree in Chemistry.
Duties and Responsibilities
Research Information Management System Intern
Assist with research outputs administration and reporting. Provide system administration and user support for human and animal research ethics systems.
Business Development Officer Intern
Support entrepreneurship programmes, business incubation and enterprise development within CfERI, including support for student entrepreneurs and emerging businesses.
Finance Intern
Assist with financial administration, expenditure monitoring and reporting.
Postgraduate Administration Intern (Pharmacy)
Assist with postgraduate administration and committee secretarial support, including external examiner appointment processes, records and meeting administration.
Laboratory Technician Intern
Assist with chemistry research, undergraduate practical sessions and laboratory operations, including safety and stock control.
Required Documents
Attach the following documents as PDF files:
- Curriculum vitae.
- A one-page motivational letter explaining your suitability for the selected internship.
- Certified copy of your South African ID.
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate.
- Certified copy of your academic record.
- Certified copy of your qualification certificate.
All copies must be clear and legible. Image files and password-protected documents will not be accepted. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Email your application and supporting PDF documents to:
Use the subject line specified for your chosen position, replacing “Name Surname” with your full name:
- Research Information Management System Intern: MQA2026-RIMS | Name Surname
- Business Development Officer Intern: MQA2026-CFERI | Name Surname
- Finance Intern: MQA2026-FIN | Name Surname
- Postgraduate Administration Intern (Pharmacy): MQA2026-PGA | Name Surname
- Laboratory Technician Intern: MQA2026-LAB | Name Surname
Applicants applying for more than one position must submit a separate email application for each position.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants must be available for interviews on dates communicated by the university.
If you have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Applications must be submitted before 16:00 on 6 November 2026.
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