The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (FEM) is proud to announce its participation in the Youth Employment Service (YES) Internship Programme 2026, a nationwide initiative designed to tackle youth unemployment and create meaningful career pathways. FEM is dedicated to building an inclusive South African economy by providing young people with opportunities across a variety of professional fields.
The YES Programme is a business-led collaboration with the South African government and private sector that empowers unemployed youth with practical workplace experience and skills development. FEM is offering a range of internship opportunities across its business units, allowing participants to gain hands-on exposure and mentorship from industry experts.
Available Internship Fields and Duties
- YES Interns – Claims
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Insurance, Law, or Risk Management.
- Duties: Assist in claims processing, verification of documents, liaising with claimants, and providing administrative support.
- YES Interns – Health and Safety
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Environmental Science.
- Duties: Support workplace inspections, assist with safety audits, compile reports, and promote safety awareness.
- YES Interns – Human Resources (HR)
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology.
- Duties: Support recruitment processes, maintain employee records, assist with training and development initiatives, and handle HR administration.
- YES Interns – Information Technology (IT)
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Duties: Provide IT support, assist with system upgrades, troubleshoot technical issues, and support digital transformation initiatives.
- YES Interns – Marketing
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations.
- Duties: Assist with campaigns, social media management, content creation, branding initiatives, and market research.
- YES Interns – Pensions
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Actuarial Science.
- Duties: Support pension fund administration, assist in preparing financial statements, and handle pension-related queries.
- YES Interns – Product Development
- Qualification: Degree in Business Management, Economics, or Actuarial Science.
- Duties: Assist in research and analysis, contribute to the design of new products, and support innovation teams with feasibility studies.
- YES Interns – Rehabilitation (Rehab)
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or related Health Sciences.
- Duties: Assist in rehabilitation programme planning, support patient management processes, and provide admin support to therapists.
- YES Interns – Risk and Compliance
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Law, Risk Management, or Compliance Studies.
- Duties: Support compliance audits, assist in drafting risk management reports, and ensure regulatory requirements are met.
- YES Interns – Underwriting
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Insurance, Finance, or Risk Management.
- Duties: Support the underwriting process, evaluate insurance applications, and assist in policy documentation.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the FEM YES Internship Programme 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Hold a valid South African ID.
- Possess a valid Matric certificate.
- Be between 18–35 years old.
- Be unemployed at the time of application.
- Belong to a designated group in line with South Africa’s transformation goals.
How to Apply
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – CLAIMS HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – HEALTH AND SAFETY HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – MARKETING HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – PENSIONS HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – REHABILITATION (REHAB) HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – RISK AND COMPLIANCE HERE
APPLY FOR THE FEM YES INTERNS – UNDERWRITING HERE
Why Apply?
This is more than just an internship—it’s an opportunity to gain practical skills, professional exposure, and career development support that can set you apart in the job market. Successful interns will not only gain valuable experience but will also contribute to South Africa’s economic and social transformation.
If you are a young, ambitious individual seeking a stepping stone into a professional career, the FEM YES Internship Programme 2026 could be the launchpad to your future.
CLOSING DATE: 31 OCTOBER 2025
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