MDDA Internships 2027 – Auckland Park, Johannesburg (11 Fields)
The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA), together with MICT SETA, is offering 12-month internships at its office in Auckland Park, Johannesburg. There are 11 fields, from IT, Finance and Supply Chain to Journalism, Broadcasting and Digital Media. It’s aimed at graduates with no relevant work experience who want their first year of real workplace experience.
Verified by Lloyd Media Lab on 11 November 2026 against the official MDDA advert.
Quick facts
- Organisation: Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA)
- Partner: MICT SETA
- Programme: Internships 2027
- Location: Auckland Park, Johannesburg
- Duration: 12 months (learning agreement)
- Experience needed: None (no previous relevant work experience)
- How to apply: Online form
- Closing date: 13 November 2026
Available internships
| Internship | Qualification in | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Supply Chain Management Intern | Supply Chain Management, Logistics | SCMI26 |
| Information and Communications Technology Intern | Information Technology | ICTI26 |
| Print Media Project Intern | Media Studies, Development Studies | PPI26 |
| Broadcasting Project Intern | Media Studies, Development Studies | BPI26 |
| Technical Broadcast Intern | Audio/Sound Engineering, Broadcast Technology, Broadcast Engineering | TBI |
| Stakeholder Relations & Communications Intern | Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing | SRCI26 |
| Research & Capacity Building Intern | Media Studies, Journalism, Communications | RCBI26 |
| Monitoring & Evaluation Intern | Risk Management, Internal Audit, Governance, Compliance | MEI26 |
| Enterprise Risk Management & Legal Intern | Risk Management, Internal Audit, Governance, Compliance | ERMI26 |
| Digital Media Intern | Digital Marketing, Marketing, Digital Media | DMI26 |
| Finance Intern | Financial Accounting, Finance, Accounting | FI26 |
Who can apply
- South African citizens
- Matric (Grade 12) certificate
- A Higher Certificate, National Diploma or Degree in one of the fields listed for the internship
- No previous relevant work experience
- Willing to sign a 12-month learning agreement
Note on qualifications: The advert asks for “a minimum of a three-year tertiary qualification”, but it also lists Higher Certificates for each post. Diploma and degree holders clearly qualify. If you have a Higher Certificate, you can still apply, but you may be at a disadvantage.
Documents to have ready
- An updated CV with your phone number and email address
- Your matric certificate
- Your tertiary qualification or academic record
- A copy of your ID
Have them saved as PDFs on your phone or computer in case the form asks you to upload them.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the MDDA’s official online application form.
- Update your CV first. Use our free CV builder if you need one.
- Choose your internship from the table and note its reference number.
- Open the application form using the button below.
- Fill in every question, select or type the correct internship and reference number, then submit before 13 November 2026.
Tips to stand out
- Pick one field that matches your qualification. Applying for something outside your field won’t get you shortlisted.
- Use the right reference number. Double-check it against the table before you submit.
- Show what you’ve done. Even with no work experience, mention projects, campus media, volunteering or a portfolio. Digital Media and Communications applicants can add links to their work.
- Check your answers before submitting. Online forms usually can’t be edited once they’re sent.
- Apply today. It closes on 13 November.
What happens after you apply
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within a few weeks of the closing date, your application was most likely unsuccessful this time. Keep applying to other internships while you wait.
Scam warning: The MDDA and MICT SETA never ask for money to apply or to secure an internship. If anyone asks you to pay, it’s a scam. See how we verify every opportunity.
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