NERSA Internships and Learnerships 2026
Organisation: National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)
Programme: Internship and Learnership Programme 2026
Duration: 24 Months
Location: South Africa (placement locations to be communicated by NERSA)
Closing Date: 16 November 2026
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African citizens
- Have Grade 12 (Matric)
- Have completed a relevant tertiary qualification from a South African institution
- Apply for a stream that matches their qualification
- Be able to provide supporting academic documents
Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualification Levels Accepted
Depending on the stream, applicants may hold:
- National Diploma or Diploma (NQF 6)
- Bachelor's Degree, BTech or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7)
- Postgraduate Diploma or Honours Degree (NQF 8)
- Master's Degree (NQF 9)
Available Fields
NERSA is recruiting across 21 different departments and streams, including areas such as:
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Supply Chain Management
- Information Technology
- Communications
- Legal Services
- Economics
- Engineering
- Energy Regulation
- Research and other specialist fields
Applicants should ensure that their qualification matches the requirements of their chosen stream.
What You'll Gain
Successful candidates will receive:
- 24 months of workplace experience
- Exposure to the energy regulation sector
- Practical skills development
- Professional mentorship
- Industry-relevant work experience
- Enhanced employability after programme completion
Important Information
- Applications without the correct reference number and division may be disqualified.
- Only completed applications with the required documentation will be considered.
- Permanent employment is not guaranteed after programme completion.
- No stipend amount was specified in the advertisement.
How to Apply
Submit your application via:
📧 applications@nersa.org.za
Or send your application to the NERSA Human Resources Division using the postal details provided in the official advertisement.
Before submitting, ensure:
- Your qualification matches the advertised stream.
- The correct reference number is included.
- All required supporting documents are attached.
- Your application is submitted before 16 November 2026.
Quick Summary
NERSA's 24‑month Internship and Learnership Programme is a great opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain valuable workplace experience within South Africa's energy regulation sector. The programme covers 21 different fields and is open to suitably qualified graduates who meet the requirements before the closing date of 16 November 2026.
