Risk Management Internship Programme – Apply now!

INTERNSHIP DETAILS

🏢 Company: Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA)
📌 Location: Illovo, Johannesburg Metro, Gauteng
🆔 Reference: INSETA134
🎓 Work Level: Student / Graduate
🕒 Job Type: Contract Internship
⏰ Closing Date: 27 January 2026 (21:59)
👤 Positions Available: 1 Intern

COMPANY OVERVIEW

INSETA is a public entity responsible for skills development within the insurance and related services sector. The organisation promotes ethical conduct, compliance, risk awareness, and good governance.

JOB OVERVIEW

• This internship provides hands-on exposure within the Risk Management Unit.

• The intern will support the implementation of risk, compliance, and fraud prevention frameworks while gaining practical public-sector experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in reviewing and updating divisional policies and procedures.

• Support the conducting of risk assessments and updating operational, fraud, project, and compliance risk registers.

• Assist with planning, monitoring, and tracking risk mitigation strategies and supporting evidence.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders during risk assessments and register updates.

• Support awareness and understanding of risks, emerging risks, processes, and controls.

• Conduct research on emerging risks and applicable compliance requirements.

• Assist in improving risk and compliance management maturity levels.

• Support risk, compliance, and fraud awareness campaigns.

• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Risk Management Division.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Grade 12 (Matric).

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree (NQF Level 7) in Risk Management, Insurance and Risk Management, Compliance Management, or Risk and Compliance.

Experience

• No prior work experience required.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.

INTERNSHIP TIPS

• Highlight risk, compliance, audit, or governance-related modules on your CV.

• Include any academic projects involving risk assessments, controls, or compliance reviews.

• Emphasise confidentiality, integrity, and attention to detail.

• Keep your CV concise, structured, and free of errors.

• Attach certified copies of qualifications as required.

BENEFITS OF JOINING INSETA

• Practical exposure to enterprise risk, compliance, and fraud prevention.

• Experience in a regulated public-sector environment.

• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for a career in risk management or compliance.

• Structured learning aligned to governance and legislative frameworks.

COMPANY POLICY

• INSETA is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity and diversity.

• Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups and persons with disabilities.

• INSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

• All appointments are subject to vetting processes.

• Late applications will not be accepted.