Are you a passionate South African graduate ready to build your career in stakeholder relations, public administration, or community development? The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) invites unemployed graduates who have never participated in an internship before to apply for the Stakeholder Relations Internship Programme. This is your golden opportunity to gain critical experience in the heart of South Africa’s mining sector transformation and education development!
Internship Location and Duration
The successful applicant will be placed at the MQA Regional Office in Emalahleni (Mpumalanga) and will be contracted for a 24-month internship period. The intern will report directly to the Assistant Regional Manager: Stakeholder Relations, working within a dynamic team that connects mining communities with education, training, and employment initiatives.
What You’ll Learn and Do
This internship is far more than just a desk job. You’ll gain hands-on exposure in key functions that support skills development in mining communities, unemployed youth, and the TVET/CET sector. Key focus areas include:
- Grants Administration
- Verify grant application forms
- Register non-funded learners
- Scan and file learner enrolment forms
- Ensure accuracy of learner data in MQA systems
- Contract Management Support
- Assist in administering youth and community development contracts
- Monitor and follow up on contract approvals
- Maintain scanned records for all signed agreements
- Project and Event Administration
- Organize logistics for community meetings and workshops
- Maintain Excel-based project status reports
- Provide admin support for learner registration processes
- Quality Management Compliance
- Ensure proper documentation and storage of records
- Maintain ISO-aligned filing and reporting systems
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Assist stakeholders with invoice queries and grant calculations
- Handle training provider questions and site visit responses
- Build proactive relationships with community partners
- Career Guidance & Outreach
- Attend national and regional career expos
- Coordinate exhibition materials and event logistics
- Engage with learners and communities to promote MQA programmes
Minimum Requirements
To be considered, applicants must meet the following academic and eligibility criteria:
- South African citizenship
- Unemployed and not previously part of any internship
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or NCV (NQF 4)
- A National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Human Resources Management / Development
- Business Administration
- Social Sciences
- Public Relations
- Communication
- A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in any of the above fields will be a strong advantage
Key Skills and Attributes
The MQA is looking for driven individuals who bring:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A basic understanding of education and training legislation
- The ability to work well under pressure
- Attention to detail and high organisational skills
- A customer-centric approach
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications which shall consist of a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of their qualifications, and valid proof of identification to: Internsrecruitment@mqa.org.za
Launch Your Career with MQA
This internship programme isn’t just a stepping stone—it’s a gateway into South Africa’s dynamic skills development landscape. Whether your passion lies in education, stakeholder engagement, or project coordination, the MQA Stakeholder Relations Internship is your chance to make a tangible impact on communities and your career.
Apply now and be part of the solution that empowers the nation through education and training!
CLOSING DATE: 11 AUGUST 2025
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