Location: IDC Head Office & Regional Offices, South Africa
Applications Close: 1 August 2025
Step Into the Future with the IDC Internship Programme
Are you a recent graduate eager to break into the professional world? The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) is calling on unemployed South African youth to apply for its 2025/2026 Internship Programme — a powerful opportunity to gain workplace experience, build your skills, and set your career in motion.
This is your chance to learn, grow, and contribute to one of South Africa’s most impactful development finance institutions.
What You’ll Get
The internship runs for 24 months and offers:
- Hands-on workplace exposure
- Mentoring and career guidance
- Real-life application of your academic qualifications
- A chance to explore your career path across diverse industries
Internship Goals
The IDC programme is designed to:
- Develop a strong pipeline of skilled talent for South Africa’s economy
- Empower graduates with practical skills and experience
- Encourage learning through mentorship and collaboration
- Help you connect your studies with real business impact
Who Can Apply?
Graduates with qualifications in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
- Accounting, Financial Management, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting
- Law / LLB
- Information Science / Information Management / Records Management
- Engineering: Industrial, Civil, Construction, Mechanical, Electrical
- Financial Engineering / Quantitative Risk / Mathematical Finance
- Actuarial Science / Financial Econometrics / Mathematical Economics
- Finance, Financial Modelling, CTA, Honours in Accounting or Finance
- Environmental Science
- Human Resource Management / Psychology / Education
- Journalism, Media Studies, Brand Communication
- Data Science
- Real Estate Valuation / Property Studies
📣 Note: Matriculants living with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Checklist
To qualify, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be under the age of 35
- Not currently employed, studying, or enrolled in another internship/learnership
- Have a completed tertiary qualification
- Be proficient in English (spoken and written)
Key Skills & Attributes
To thrive in the IDC environment, you’ll need:
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- Time management & attention to detail
- Planning & organisational ability
- A sense of responsibility and confidentiality
- Curiosity, creativity, and eagerness to learn
- The ability to handle pressure and follow processes
- A good grasp of your chosen field and IDC’s role in development
How to Apply
Ready to step into your future?
Click below to apply for Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) Internships 2025 / 2026:
Location: Gauteng
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Location: Free State
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Location: KwaZulu/Natal
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Location: Eastern Cape
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Location: Limpopo
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Location: Northern Cape
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Hurry – Applications Close on 1 August 2025!
This is your shot at building a career with a purpose. Don’t miss out — apply before the deadline and take your first step toward a future filled with possibility.
Stay tuned for more graduate programmes, learnerships, and career opportunities tailored for South African youth