Introduction
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has officially opened applications for its 2025 Graduate Internship Programme. This opportunity is designed to support unemployed South African graduates, including Persons with Disabilities, by offering them workplace exposure, practical experience, and career development. With placements available nationwide, this programme allows interns to contribute to youth development initiatives while earning a monthly stipend.
Job About
The NYDA Graduate Internship Programme is a structured 24-month initiative aimed at preparing graduates for the labour market. It enables participants to apply their academic knowledge in real workplace settings, acquire industry-specific skills, and build professional networks.
Why Choose this company?
NYDA is a leading youth-focused organisation in South Africa dedicated to empowering young people through skills development, career readiness, and employment opportunities. By joining this programme, interns gain exposure to diverse business areas such as finance, supply chain, human resources, auditing, project management, and customer service, while contributing to national youth empowerment strategies.
Available Jobs and Requirements
Job Position: Graduate Internship | Job Type: 24-month Internship Programme
Qualification: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (as per placement area)
Experience: No prior work experience required, but applicants must not have previously participated in an internship programme
Placement opportunities are available across provinces in fields such as:
- Eastern Cape: Public Administration, Management, Finance
- Free State: Public Administration, Finance, Management
- Gauteng: HR, Internal Audit, Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Strategy, Operations
- KwaZulu-Natal: Public Administration, Management, Finance
- Limpopo: Public Administration, Management
- Mpumalanga: Public Administration, Management
- Northern Cape: Public Administration, Management
- North West: Public Administration, Management
- Western Cape: Public Administration, Management
- Executive Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson Offices: Public Administration, Management
Key Performance Areas
- Provide administrative and operational support within allocated departments
- Assist in project planning, coordination, and implementation
- Support finance, supply chain, auditing, and HR functions
- Contribute to youth development programmes and initiatives
- Deliver excellent customer service in line with NYDA standards
- Participate in reporting, monitoring, and evaluation activities
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online via the ERp Portal: https://erp.nyda.gov.za/jobs
- Include updated CV, certified copies of ID, Matric certificate, and tertiary qualifications
- Attach a motivational cover letter stating preferred work location and referencing the position number
- Applications are open to South African citizens only
Apply Here>>> NYDA Graduate Internship Opportunities 2025/2026
Application Details
- Duration: 24 months
- Stipend: R8,000 per month
- Closing Date: 8 September 2025
- For inquiries, contact: Zikhona Ntayiya at 087 158 6345 / 087 158 5738
The NYDA Graduate Internship Programme 2025 is more than an internship—it is a gateway for graduates to gain valuable experience, sharpen their skills, and actively contribute to South Africa’s youth empowerment agenda.
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