SA Tourism Graduate Internship Programme 2026

Are you a passionate graduate ready to gain practical experience in South Africa’s tourism sector? The SA Tourism Graduate Internship Programme offers a 24-month placement in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Based in Sandton, this programme equips graduates with hands-on skills while contributing to key tourism initiatives. Participants will work across diverse business units, learning from experienced professionals and engaging in real projects.

Who Should Apply

The programme targets graduates who are committed, eager to learn, and meet the following criteria:

• South African citizens
• Minimum 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma, Degree, or BTech – NQF 6/7)
• No prior internship experience

Opportunities and Areas of Focus

SA Tourism offers 23 internship positions across multiple business units. Each role is linked to specific fields of study, skills, and attributes.

Business Units, Fields of Study, and Key Attributes

• Office of the CEO: Public Relations, Marketing, Communications – Stakeholder engagement, administration, organisational skills (Ref: SAT101)
• Legal: LLB, BCom Law – Attentive, ability to maintain confidentiality (Ref: SAT102)
• Strategic Planning, Evaluation and Project Management: Public Management, Public Administration, Auditing – Strategic planning, project management (Ref: SAT103)
• Brand & Marketing/Public Relations: Strategic Communications, Digital Marketing, Marketing – Digital PR, content creation, social media management, graphic design, copywriting, creativity, independence, time flexibility (Ref: SAT104)
• Insights & Analytics: Research, Data Science, Statistics – Data analysis, optimisation, visualisation, structuring, adaptable and curious (Ref: SAT105)
• Finance & Supply Chain: Finance, Accounting, Logistics – Critical thinking, problem solving (Ref: SAT106)
• National Convention Bureau: Sales, Marketing, Events Management – Strategic events, meetings, digital marketing, web design, Photoshop, interpersonal skills (Ref: SAT107)
• Project Management (Conferences & Exhibitions) – Confident communication, business events management (Ref: SAT107)
• Tourism Grading Council: Travel, Tourism, Hospitality, Project Management – Quality assessment, detail oriented, customer focused, organisational skills (Ref: SAT108)
• Global Trade: Digital Marketing, Tourism Marketing – Graphic design, analytical, agile, administrative skills (Ref: SAT109)
• Human Capital: Human Resources, Industrial Psychology – Confidentiality, approachable, emotionally intelligent (Ref: SAT110)
• Information & Communications Technology: IT, Business Analytics, Systems Development – Software, database management, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, technology adaptation (Ref: SAT111)
• Tourism Execution: Marketing, Travel & Tourism, Events Management – Domestic and international tourism execution, digital marketing, content creation, administration, planning, passion for travel (Ref: SAT112)

What You Will Gain

• Hands-on experience in live business projects
• Industry exposure within South Africa’s tourism sector
• Networking opportunities with key stakeholders

Application Process

Applications must include:

• Updated CV
• Certified copies of ID and Grade 12 certificate
• Academic transcripts
• Quote the relevant reference number in your application

Graduates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date

Applications close on 30 January 2026.

Apply Now

Submit your application through the official SA Tourism portal here.