Statistics South Africa (Stats SA)
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for statistics, data, and innovation? Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) is offering a comprehensive Internship Programme for 2025–2027, giving unemployed South African graduates the chance to kickstart their careers in a dynamic and impactful environment.
Stats SA is committed to excellence in statistical production and development, and as a graduate intern, you’ll contribute to shaping evidence-based decision-making in South Africa.
🎓 Internship Opportunities Available:
📘 Intern: Statistics
Ref No: 01/04/25HO
✔️ Statistics
✔️ Mathematics
✔️ Demography
✔️ Mathematical/Applied Statistics
✔️ Related fields
📘 Intern: Data Science
Ref No: 02/04/25HO
✔️ Data Science / Analytics
✔️ Information Management
✔️ Data Processing / Data Quality
✔️ Statistics
✔️ Related fields
📘 Intern: Total Quality Management
Ref No: 03/04/25HO
✔️ Total Quality Management
✔️ Project Management
✔️ Monitoring & Evaluation
✔️ Economics
✔️ Related fields
📘 Intern: Monitoring & Evaluation
Ref No: 04/04/25HO
✔️ M&E
✔️ Statistics / Data Analysis
✔️ Demography
✔️ Geography / Population Studies
✔️ Project Management
📘 Intern: Demography & Population Studies
Ref No: 05/04/25HO
✔️ Population Studies / Demography
✔️ Social Science
✔️ Economics / Statistics
✔️ Related fields
📘 Intern: Computer Science / ICT
Ref No: 06/04/25HO
✔️ Computer Science
✔️ Software Development / Networking
✔️ Information Systems / ICT / Informatics
📘 Intern: Geography / GIS
Ref No: 07/04/25HO
✔️ Geography / Environmental Science
✔️ Geographical Information Systems
✔️ Cartography / Geomatics
📘 Intern: Economics / Econometrics
Ref No: 08/04/25HO
✔️ Economics / Econometrics
✔️ Statistics / Accounting / Finance
✔️ Business Economics
📘 Intern: Brand Visualisation / Graphic Design
Ref No: 09/04/25HO
✔️ Graphic Design / Visual Communication
✔️ Multimedia Design
📘 Intern: Communication / Journalism
Ref No: 10/04/25HO
✔️ Communication
✔️ Journalism / Media Studies
✔️ Public Relations
📘 Intern: Language Practice
Ref No: 11/04/25HO
✔️ Language Practice / Linguistics
✔️ English + Official African Languages
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
🔹 South African citizenship
🔹 Unemployed status
🔹 Never participated in any Public Service internship programme
🔹 Qualifications: National Diploma, Bachelor’s, Honours, or Master’s degree from accredited institutions
🌟 Why Join Stats SA?
🔍 Gain real-world experience in government-led research
📈 Work on meaningful, large-scale data and population projects
👩💼 Collaborate with experienced professionals
🎓 Build an impactful public service career
🔗 How to Apply:
👉 Click here to apply online for the Stats SA Internship Programme 2025
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💡 CV Tips for This Internship Role:
📝 Tailor your CV to each role (e.g., emphasize data tools if applying for Data Science)
📊 Highlight relevant coursework or final-year projects
👩💼 Include any volunteer work, research, or academic achievements
🧩 Use clear headings for Education, Skills, and Experience
📍 Mention your technical proficiencies (e.g., Python, R, Excel, SPSS, GIS software)
✍️ Keep it concise but informative—max 2 pages
✅ Proofread—accuracy matters in data roles!
🌐 Company Website: www.statssa.gov.za
