Internship Application Process
Do you wish to apply for an internship in Cape Town? Please find some information below regarding the application process.
- Who can apply?
- How to apply for an internship in Cape Town?
- Planning for your stay abroad
- Do I get paid as an intern?
- Application deadlines and duration of placement procedure
- Period of internships
1. Who can apply?
You can apply for an internship if you are a student, graduate or already employed and over 18 years of age. Many companies require relevant theoretical or practical experience and good English skills. A good application is therefore crucial for the success of your application. Should you have not yet started or completed your studies or training, but would like to do an internship, please contact us and we will give you advice on possible options.
2. How to apply for an internship in Cape Town?
In order to apply for an internship, you first need to provide information on what kind of internship you would like to do, your fields of interest, study requirements, etc. Furthermore we need the internship period and your available dates. The more information we receive from you, the faster we can find you an appropriate internship position in Cape Town. To apply for an internship please fill out the online enquiry form or send us an e-mail. Don't worry if you don't have any concrete ideas yet. We will gladly give advice on various options available and help you find a suitable internship.
3. Planning for your stay abroad
After first obtaining and examining your documents (i.e. resume, application or cover letter), we will begin the actual search for an internship in relevant companies. We will then send you suitable options in and around Cape Town. This service is free and only upon successful placement, that is, if we have offered you a suitable position and you also accept this, we raise our placement fee. Once the mediation of the internship is completed, we conduct all other organisational matters, such as finding accommodation, car rental, etc. We also offer advice regarding your visa requirements, flight deals, tours, etc.
4. Do I get paid as an intern?
By law, internships in South Africa are not entitled to be remunerated. As an intern in South Africa you will get a visa that only allows you to carry out any unpaid internship. It is therefore important to calculate the costs for your entire stay abroad well in advance.
5. Application deadlines and duration of placement procedure
For most internships there are no application deadlines, but you should apply about 3-6 months in advance to allow enough time for the organisation and planning process. It usually takes between 2-6 weeks to find a suitable internship position. In addition, you should schedule about 3-6 weeks for the organisation of accommodation, car rental, visa application, etc. Depending on the availability of suitable internships and accommodation, short-term applications and placements are also possible.
6. Period of internships
The minimum length of an internship in Cape Town is on average 3-6 months. Some companies require a longer period, others are more flexible. The chances of an internship of your choice depend greatly on your skills, but may also increase by the duration of your stay, as companies usually prefer candidates for a longer period of time.
Apply for an internship position now by completing our Enquiry Form.
