,The Competition Commission has opened a six month internship opportunity for final year students in Pretoria
Participants will gain hands on exposure in competition law economics and corporate services with six months of practical work starting in January 2027 A certificate and a coach’s recommendation follow successful completion
Program Overview
The commission offers a six month programme designed for learners who are finishing their studies and require real world workplace exposure to complete their qualifications It is hosted in Pretoria and twelve internship positions are available for the January to June 2027 period
Successful participants will engage with teams across areas that touch on law economics finance and corporate services The arrangement emphasizes structured learning coaching and professional development to build practical competencies
Eligibility And Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens who are in their final year of theoretical study and who have no prior work experience in the field They should demonstrate a strong academic record and solid interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively
Prospective interns should show analytical research and investigative abilities and be computer literate A higher academic average is advantageous and candidates must provide supporting documentation such as transcripts and a curriculum vitae
Available Internship Fields
Applications are open to final year learners in disciplines including Human Capital Law Economics Finance Supply Chain Management Communications and Multimedia Related Communications The aim is to place interns in streams that align with competition policy and public service values
These placements offer exposure to specific disciplines while allowing cross functional collaboration with units handling policy analysis financial operations and outreach The programme prioritises applicants who demonstrate potential to contribute to societal impact and public sector outcomes
Application Process And Timeline
Online submission is required and applications must be lodged through the designated portal The closing window is set for early November 2026 with a final deadline communicated to applicants
Applicants should attach the latest academic transcript an Experiential Learning Requirement Letter and a Comprehensive CV International qualifications require a SAQA evaluation The selection may involve assessments security checks vetting and other recruitment steps