Are you a recent graduate eager to kickstart your career? Look no further! The CATHSSETA Internship Programme 2025 offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals to gain hands-on experience in various sectors while earning a stipend of R5,600 per month. If you have a National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, B-Tech, or Honour’s Degree, this could be the perfect stepping stone to a successful career in the public administration, project management, education, and grants management sectors.
CATHSSETA Internship Programme for 2025
The CATHSSETA Internship Programme for 2025 invites applications for a range of positions across its departments, including Learning Programmes, Discretionary and Mandatory Grants, and Communication. The internships are based at the CATHSSETA Head Office in Noordwyk, Midrand, and offer an invaluable opportunity to get exposure to various aspects of the working world.
Internship Details
Below are the available internship positions for 2025:
1. Learning Programmes – Education and Training Quality Assurance Unit
Reference Number: INTERN01/2025
- Field of Study: National Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Project Management
- Job Responsibilities: The intern will assist in ensuring that CATHSSETA’s Education and Training Quality Assurance needs and requirements are met. This includes delegated Quality Assurance functions by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations.
- Location: Head Office, Noordwyk in Midrand
2. Learning Programmes – Discretionary and Mandatory Grants Unit
Reference Number: INTERN02/2025
- Field of Study: National Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Project Management
- Job Responsibilities: The Grants Intern will assist the Grants management and administration team in the processing, tracking, and reporting of Mandatory and Discretionary Grants. This role will expose the intern to various aspects of the grant lifecycle, including funding framework, compliance, evaluation, allocation, monitoring, and report generation.
- Location: Head Office, Noordwyk in Midrand
3. Learning Programmes – Discretionary Grant Unit
Reference Number: INTERN03/2025
- Field of Study: Diploma in Communication, Marketing, or Public Relations
- Job Responsibilities: Assist with capturing stories and activities happening in various regions and share them with the Communication and Marketing Unit to promote CATHSSETA’s initiatives.
- Location: Head Office, Noordwyk in Midrand
4. Learning Programmes – Discretionary Grant Unit
Reference Number: INTERN04/2025
- Field of Study: National Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Project Management
- Job Responsibilities: Similar to the second position mentioned above, this role also focuses on assisting with the planning, implementation, management, and monitoring of learning programmes. The intern will help manage the grant lifecycle, from funding framework and application windows to monitoring and reporting.
- Location: Head Office, Noordwyk in Midrand
Requirements and Eligibility
To be considered for the CATHSSETA Internship Programme 2025, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Educational Qualification: A National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, B-Tech, or Honour’s Degree in the relevant field (Public Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Communication, Marketing, Public Relations).
- Skills and Attributes:
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a professional environment.
Additionally, CATHSSETA encourages individuals living with disabilities to apply, as the organization is committed to promoting employment equity and creating a diverse, inclusive workforce.
Internship Stipend
Interns will receive a monthly stipend of R5,600. It’s important to note that this is an internship opportunity, and there is no guarantee of permanent employment after the completion of the 24-month programme.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are eager to kickstart your career, you can apply by submitting:
- A detailed CV
- An application form
- A matric certificate (for verification purposes)
- Indicate the specific internship you are applying for.
You can send your applications to the following email addresses:
- For Learning Programmes: LPrecruit@cathsseta.org.za
- For Information and Communication Technologies and Knowledge Management: CSrecruit@cathsseta.org.za
- For Legal Services: Officerecruit@cathsseta.org.za
Also check: Simon-Kucher SA Internship Programme 2025
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 01 April 2025, at 16h00. Please ensure that your application is submitted before this deadline, as late applications will not be considered.
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening and security vetting, which may include criminal records and qualification verification.
- If you do not hear from CATHSSETA within one month of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
- All applicants are responsible for ensuring their foreign qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Contact Information
For any queries related to the application process, please contact:
Ms. Noxolo Xhalabile
Tel: 011 217 0600
The CATHSSETA Internship Programme 2025 offers an incredible opportunity for young South Africans to gain valuable work experience and build a strong foundation for their careers in sectors such as public administration, project management, education, and grants management. With roles designed to provide hands-on exposure to important industry functions, successful applicants will have the chance to develop their skills while earning a stipend of R5,600 per month.
