Deadline 2026-08-31
Country South Africa, DR Congo, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Egypt, Tanzania
Level undergraduate
Organization Vodacom
Field Business, Science, Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology
Funding fully funded Overview
This is a 12-month paid internship program offered by Vodacom, designed to provide university students with real-world experience in a fast-paced, digital environment. Participants will engage in a structured training journey to build practical skills, discover their strengths, explore various career paths, and grow their professional network. The program serves as a pipeline into the Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme and may lead to potential permanent opportunities within Vodacom.
Coverage
This is a paid internship, meaning participants will receive a salary for the duration of the program. Specific details on other benefits like accommodation or travel are not clearly stated.
Eligibility
Ethiopian students are eligible to apply for consideration in the Ethiopian market. The program is also open to South African citizens by birth/naturalization or permanent residents, and citizens of DRC, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Egypt, and Tanzania for consideration in those respective markets. Applicants must have less than two years of work experience in a corporate or formal work environment after completing their studies. A minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results is required. Candidates must hold at least a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7). A 3-year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered specifically for Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, and Information Systems/Information Technology fields. Applicants must be completing (or have completed) their undergraduate degree or equivalent by the end of 2026.
Requirements
Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong potential in areas such as being purpose-driven, having learning agility, being digitally ready and future-fit, driven, accountable & pro-active, a strong collaborator, a critical thinker & problem solver, customer-focused & business aware, and possessing emerging leadership potential.
How to apply
Step 1: Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria. For the best application experience, it is recommended to use a desktop, laptop, or tablet (e.g., iPad) with Google Chrome for optimal compatibility and readability.
Step 2: Click on the “Apply Now” button on the official application page to register and submit your application. You must attach a copy of your most recent academic transcript along with your resume.
Step 3: After registering and applying, you will receive an email confirmation of receipt. The Vodacom Resourcing Team will then assess your application and provide feedback throughout the process.
Notes
The program officially begins on February 1, 2027, or March 1, 2027, depending on the specific intake. The internship duration is 12 months.