The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), in collaboration with the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP-SETA), is excited to announce an exclusive internship opportunity for its own graduates. This initiative is more than just a skills development programme — it’s a purposeful response to South Africa’s growing graduate unemployment challenge. Graduates from TUT who have not yet secured employment are invited to apply for this life-changing internship programme, which promises to deliver practical experience, mentorship, and meaningful workplace exposure.
Purpose of the Programme
At its core, the ETDP-SETA Internship Programme at TUT is designed to create temporary employment opportunities for unemployed youth who hold a tertiary qualification from the university. The programme specifically targets those who, despite earning a qualification, have found it difficult to break into the job market. It aims to bridge this gap by allowing them to gain the crucial work experience employers often demand, thus significantly boosting their future employability.
The initiative reflects TUT’s deep commitment to its graduates’ futures — offering them not only academic training but also a pathway into the professional world. The partnership with ETDP-SETA enables the university to provide these graduates with real workplace opportunities in a structured and well-supported environment.
Placement and Location
Interns will primarily be placed within the Pretoria Campus of TUT, depending on the operational needs of various departments. This campus-based approach ensures that graduates are in a familiar academic and administrative setting, allowing them to smoothly transition from learning to working while contributing meaningfully to the institution that shaped them.
Who Should Apply?
This internship opportunity is strictly for TUT graduates who have completed their qualifications but remain unemployed. Applicants must demonstrate a genuine desire to grow professionally and should be ready to embrace the responsibilities of a workplace environment. The programme encourages candidates from diverse academic backgrounds, provided they meet the minimum eligibility requirements.
Minimum Requirements:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of South African identity document (this opportunity is only available to South African Citizens and permanent residents)
- TUT Qualifications in either Human Resource Management/Development, Labour Relations, Office Management and Technology and/or Administrative Information Management/ Financial Management
- Any qualification in Applied Social Science ( Majors: Psychology and Counselling)
- Police clearance certificates / affidavit / declaration by the applicant.
- You must be between the ages of 18 and 34 years.
- You must be a TUT graduate.
- You must be unemployed and not benefited from any SETA/DHET project previously.
Benefits of Participating
- Hands-on experience in an academic and administrative environment
- Skill development aligned with professional and industry expectations
- Mentorship from experienced professionals within the university
- Increased employability through meaningful exposure to real work
- A monthly stipend (Ranges from to R5000 to R8500 subject to qualification), easing financial pressure while interns gain experience
How to Apply
Interested graduates should keep an eye on TUT’s official communication channels or ETDP-SETA announcements for detailed application procedures and deadlines. Applications typically require a certified copy of your qualification, updated CV, and proof of unemployment.
Send your application to: Ms Henda Britz at britzsh@tut.ac.za
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A Pathway to Your Future
The ETDP-SETA Internship Programme at Tshwane University of Technology is more than a job placement — it’s a commitment to empowering the youth, tackling unemployment, and ensuring that no graduate is left behind. If you’re a TUT graduate still seeking employment, this is your opportunity to step confidently into your future.
CLOSING DATE: 15 JULY 2025
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