Unemployed South African graduates with a background in Financial Accounting can apply for a Finance Internship at the Public Health and Social Development Sectoral Bargaining Council (PHSDSBC) in Centurion, Gauteng.
The opportunity is aimed at young people who have completed a recognised three-year Degree or Diploma and have not previously gained work experience in their field of study or participated in an internship programme.
One position is available, and the successful candidate will earn R10,000 per month while gaining practical exposure to finance management functions.
Applications close at 16:00 on 28 August 2026.
What is the PHSDSBC Finance Internship?
The PHSDSBC Finance Internship is an entry-level workplace opportunity designed to give an unemployed graduate practical experience within a professional finance environment.
The successful candidate will join the Council’s Finance function and support finance management activities while developing workplace skills linked to their qualification.
The internship carries reference number 13/08/2026/CSD/IF/006, and only one position is available.
Who can apply for the Finance Internship?
The opportunity is open to unemployed South African youth who have completed the required academic qualifications and have not previously participated in a similar workplace programme.
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African youth.
- Hold a valid South African identity document.
- Have completed and passed Grade 12.
- Hold a recognised three-year Degree or Diploma in Financial Accounting or a relevant qualification.
- Have obtained the qualification from a recognised South African higher education and training institution.
- Not have previous work experience in their field of study.
- Not have previously participated in an internship programme.
An NQF Level 8 qualification will be an added advantage.
Which qualifications are accepted?
Applicants need a recognised three-year tertiary qualification in a finance-related discipline.
Suitable qualifications include:
- Degree in Financial Accounting
- Diploma in Financial Accounting
- Other relevant qualifications within the same discipline
Candidates with an NQF Level 8 qualification may have an advantage during the selection process.
Applicants should make sure their CV and supporting documents clearly show the qualification they completed.
How much does the PHSDSBC internship pay?
The Finance Internship offers a monthly salary of: R10,000 per month
This gives the successful candidate an opportunity to gain practical finance experience while receiving a regular monthly income during the internship period.
What kind of work will the Finance Intern do?
The successful candidate will gain exposure to finance management functions within the organisation.
The role may involve supporting financial administration, recordkeeping, reporting and other activities that form part of day-to-day finance operations.
Because the position is designed as a graduate internship, the successful candidate will be expected to learn while contributing to the work of the Finance function.
The intern will also be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the PHSDSBC.
Why could this internship be useful for a finance graduate?
For graduates who have completed their studies but have not yet entered the workplace, the internship provides an opportunity to build practical experience in a structured professional environment.
A Financial Accounting qualification gives graduates the academic foundation needed for careers in areas such as accounting, financial administration, reporting, budgeting and broader finance operations.
The PHSDSBC internship gives the successful candidate a chance to begin applying that knowledge in a real organisation while developing professional habits and workplace confidence.
Which documents are required?
Applicants need to submit a complete set of supporting documents with their application.
Required documents include:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate
- Certified copies of all tertiary qualifications
All certified documents must have been certified within the previous three months.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must also include a SAQA evaluation report.
How should the application documents be prepared?
All required application documents must be scanned and combined into one single document before submission. Applicants should check the file carefully to make sure every required page is included and readable.
The combined document should contain the CV, certified ID, Grade 12 certificate, tertiary qualifications and any SAQA evaluation report that applies to the applicant.
Missing or outdated certified documents may result in the application being disqualified.
Can graduates with foreign qualifications apply?
Yes, graduates with foreign qualifications may apply if they otherwise meet the requirements, but they need to provide a South African Qualifications Authority evaluation report.
The SAQA report helps confirm how the foreign qualification compares with South African qualification levels. Applicants in this position should make sure the evaluation report is included in the single combined application document.
How do you apply for the PHSDSBC Finance Internship?
Applications can be submitted using the application instructions provided below:
- Candidates can access the PHSDSBC vacancies section online and submit their application documents as directed.
- Applications may also be sent to: variousadverts@phsdsbc.org.za
- Applicants should make sure they use the correct reference number: 13/08/2026/CSD/IF/006
Before sending the application, candidates should confirm that all required documents have been combined into one file and that their contact details are correct.
Will shortlisted candidates undergo assessments?
Shortlisted applicants may be required to take part in assessments and interviews as part of the recruitment process.
Candidates who progress may also undergo checks such as:
- Personnel suitability checks
- Security vetting
- Reference checks
- Qualification verification
- Checks relating to disclosed criminal, disciplinary or pending matters
- Review of publicly available social media information
Applicants are also expected to declare any actual or perceived conflicts of interest, including applicable board memberships and directorships.
What should applicants know about the selection process?
Only candidates who meet the requirements and submit complete applications will be considered for the opportunity.
The selection process may include interviews, assessments and verification checks, so applicants should make sure that all information in their CV and supporting documents is accurate.
The internship is specifically aimed at candidates who have not previously gained work experience in their field of study or participated in an internship programme.
Applicants who already have this type of experience may therefore not meet the programme requirements.
When do applications close?
- Applications close at 16:00 on 28 August 2026.
- Candidates should pay attention to the time as well as the date because applications submitted after 16:00 will be late.
- Applicants should prepare and combine their supporting documents early enough to avoid problems close to the deadline.
Who can you contact for more information?
Questions about the Finance Internship can be directed to the PHSDSBC Human Resource Department.
Telephone: 012 765 5100
Applicants should use this contact for enquiries about the opportunity and follow the official application process when submitting their documents.
