Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Graduate Internship Programme 2026: 6 Positions Available at SMU – R9 000 Monthly Stipend

Unemployed South African graduates are invited to apply for the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Graduate Internship Programme at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU).

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The university's Research and Innovation Directorate is offering six graduate internship positions across different fields, including Information Technology, Business Development, Finance, Postgraduate Administration and Chemistry.

Successful applicants will be appointed on a 24-month internship contract and receive a monthly stipend of R9 000.

The programme is aimed at unemployed South African citizens who have completed the relevant qualifications for their preferred internship position.

Applications must be submitted by email before 06 November 2026 at 16:00.

MQA Graduate Internship Programme 2026: Overview

Available MQA Graduate Internship Positions

The university is recruiting graduates for five different internship categories, with six positions available in total.

1. Research Information Management System Intern – 1 Position

Minimum qualification:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.

Duties and responsibilities:

The successful candidate will assist with research outputs administration and reporting. The intern will also provide system administration and user support for human and animal research ethics systems.

Email subject line: MQA2026-RIMS | Name Surname

2. Business Development Officer Intern – 1 Position

Minimum qualification:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship or Commerce.

Duties and responsibilities:

The intern will support entrepreneurship programmes, business incubation and enterprise development within the Centre for Entrepreneurship Rapid Incubator (CfERI).

The role will also involve supporting student entrepreneurs and emerging businesses.

Email subject line: MQA2026-CFERI | Name Surname

3. Finance Intern – 2 Positions

Minimum qualification:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management or a related field.

Duties and responsibilities:

The successful candidates will assist with:

• Financial administration.

• Expenditure monitoring.

• Financial reporting.

Number of positions: 2

Email subject line: MQA2026-FIN | Name Surname

4. Postgraduate Administration Intern (Pharmacy) – 1 Position

Minimum qualification:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Office Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.

Duties and responsibilities:

The intern will assist with postgraduate administration and committee secretarial support.

Responsibilities will include:

• External examiner appointment processes.

• Records administration.

• Meeting administration.

• General postgraduate administrative support.

Email subject line: MQA2026-PGA | Name Surname

5. Laboratory Technician Intern – 1 Position

Minimum qualification:

• Honours or master's degree in Chemistry.

Duties and responsibilities:

The successful candidate will assist with chemistry research, undergraduate practical sessions and laboratory operations.

The role will also include laboratory safety and stock control.

Email subject line: MQA2026-LAB | Name Surname

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for the MQA Graduate Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following general requirements:

• Must be unemployed.

• Must be a South African citizen.

• Must have completed the relevant qualification for the internship position.

• Must meet the specific academic requirements of the selected position.

Applicants should carefully check the qualification requirements before submitting their applications.

Documents Required

Applicants must attach the following documents to their email applications:

1. Updated curriculum vitae (CV).

2. A one-page motivational letter explaining why they are suitable for the selected internship.

3. Certified copy of South African ID.

4. Certified copy of Matric certificate.

5. Certified copy of academic record.

6. Certified copy of qualification certificate.

Important document requirements:

• All supporting documents must be submitted in PDF format.

• Documents must be clear and legible.

• Image files will not be accepted.

• Password-protected documents will not be accepted.

• Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

How to Apply for the MQA Graduate Internship Programme at SMU

Interested and suitably qualified applicants must submit their applications by email to:

Application email: tshepo.sebesho@smu.ac.za

Applicants must use the correct email subject line for the position they are applying for. Replace “Name Surname” with your full name.

Applicants who wish to apply for more than one position must submit a separate email application for each position.

Make sure that you attach all the required documents in PDF format before sending your application.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Graduate Internship Programme at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University is:

06 November 2026 at 16:00.

Applications must reach the university before the deadline. Late applications will not be considered.

Important Information for Applicants

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

• Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews on dates communicated by the university.

• If you have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date, you should accept that your application was unsuccessful.

• Applicants must submit a separate email for every position they wish to apply for.

Enquiries

For further information, applicants can contact Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University using the contact details provided in the advertisement.

University: Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Telephone: 012 521 3360 / 012 521 3186
Email: mapaseka.seheri@smu.ac.za

University website: https://www.smu.ac.za/

The MQA Graduate Internship Programme at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University offers unemployed South African graduates an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience over 24 months while receiving a monthly stipend of R9 000.

Graduates with qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Office Management and Chemistry are encouraged to check the available positions and submit their applications.

Apply before 06 November 2026 at 16:00.