SITA: Internship Programme 2026
The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for their 2026 Internship Programme. This initiative aims to provide youth with high-level digital and technical skills within the public sector's IT environment.
1. Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Employer | State Information Technology Agency (SITA) |
| Position | Intern (Various Streams) |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Location | Various Provinces (Gauteng, WC, KZN, etc.) |
| Stipend | Competitive monthly stipend based on qualification level |
| Closing Date | 06 March 2026 |
2. Available Fields & Disciplines
SITA is looking for graduates in the following areas:
Information Technology: Software Development, Cyber Security, Data Science, Network Engineering, and Cloud Computing.
Support Services: Human Resources, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Corporate Communications, and Law.
Engineering: Computer Engineering and Electrical Engineering.
3. Minimum Requirements
To qualify for a SITA internship, you must meet the following:
Education: A National Diploma or Degree in a relevant field (NQF Level 6 or higher).
Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
Age: Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
Status: Currently unemployed and have never participated in an internship programme before.
Skills: * Basic understanding of IT systems and digital trends.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
4. How to Apply
SITA handles applications through their online recruitment portal.
Online Application: Visit the
SITA Careers Portal .Registration: Register a profile and search for the specific internship reference number related to your province or field.
Documents Required:
A comprehensive CV.
Certified copy of your ID.
Certified copies of your Qualifications.
Most recent Academic Record/Transcript.
Submission: Ensure all documents are uploaded in PDF format.
5. Important Advice
Provincial Alignment: SITA often recruits per province. Make sure you apply for the internship located in the province where you currently reside, as they generally do not provide relocation assistance for interns.
Clearance: As SITA deals with state security and government data, successful candidates will be required to undergo a Security Clearance (vetting) process.
Certification: Ensure your documents are certified by a Commissioner of Oaths (SAPS or Post Office) and are not older than 6 months.
Follow-up: If you are not contacted within 30 days of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Tip: SITA is the "IT backbone" of the South African government. In your application, emphasize your interest in Digital Transformation and how you want to contribute to improving government service delivery through technology!
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