The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) invites unemployed South African TVET college and university graduates to apply for the WIIP 2027 Graduate Programme. The programme is funded by the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA).
These graduate workplace experience opportunities cover engineering, science, technology, business, commerce, social sciences and law. The application deadline for interns has been extended to 30 October 2026.
Key Details
| Item | Details |
| Organisation | South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) |
| Programme | WIIP 2027 Graduate Programme |
| Funder | EWSETA |
| Applicants | Unemployed TVET college and university graduates |
| Citizenship | South African |
| Fields | Engineering, science, technology, business, commerce, social sciences and law |
| Application method | Online |
| Closing date | 30 October 2026 |
| Enquiries | agnes@sawea.co.za |
| Telephone | 010 006 7088 |
Who Should Apply
The programme is open to unemployed South African citizens who have graduated from a TVET college or university in the advertised fields.
Engineering and Science
- Energy
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Development Studies
Technology
- Computer Science, including coding
- Software Engineering
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
- Information Technology
Business and Commerce
- Business Administration
- Accounting
- Finance
- Procurement
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing and Communication
Social Sciences and Law
- International Relations
- Gender Studies
- Law
Salary/Stipend
The WIIP 2027 Graduate Programme is funded by EWSETA.
About the Institution
SAWEA is the South African Wind Energy Association. Its WIIP graduate programme provides a route for graduates from the advertised study fields to access workplace experience in the wind energy industry.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have graduated from a TVET college or university.
- Be unemployed.
- Hold a qualification in one of the advertised fields.
Duties and Responsibilities
The programme involves workplace exposure related to the graduate’s qualification and placement. Applicants must select their preferred sector when completing the online application.
Skills Gained
Workplace exposure will relate to the selected field, which may include:
- Engineering and science.
- Information technology and software.
- Business administration and finance.
- Procurement and human resource management.
- Marketing and communication.
- Social sciences and law.
Required Documents
Prepare the following documents as one PDF in this order:
- ID document.
- CV of no more than one page.
- Proof of qualification.
- Academic record.
- Letter of reference, if available — optional.
Useful Career27 Links
- Graduate internship opportunities
- Work-integrated learning and in-service training
- Learnership opportunities
How to Apply
Complete the official SAWEA WIIP 2027 intern application form.
Provide your personal and education details, select your preferred sector and upload the combined PDF containing your supporting documents.
Check that your information is accurate before submitting.
Enquiries: agnes@sawea.co.za
Telephone: 010 006 7088
If you have not heard from SAWEA by December 2026, consider your application unsuccessful.
Closing Date
30 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for the SAWEA WIIP 2027 Graduate Programme?
Unemployed South African citizens who have graduated from a TVET college or university in the available fields can apply.
2. Can TVET college graduates apply?
Yes. The programme accepts applications from both TVET college and university graduates.
3. Are short courses accepted?
No. The advert states that short courses are not accepted.
4. Which fields of study are included?
The fields cover engineering, science, technology, business, commerce, social sciences and law.
5. How long should my CV be?
Your CV must be no more than one page.
6. Must I upload my documents separately?
No. Combine your ID, CV, proof of qualification, academic record and optional reference letter into one PDF in the specified order.
7. What is the closing date?
Intern applications close on 30 October 2026.
8. When should I consider my application unsuccessful?
If you have not heard from SAWEA by December 2026, consider your application unsuccessful.
Sources and References
- SAWEA and EWSETA WIIP 2027 Graduate Programme supplied.
- SAWEA WIIP 2027 official intern application form.
Disclaimer
Career27 shares opportunity information and does not recruit on behalf of SAWEA. Apply directly through the official application form.
