South African Airways (SAA) is the leading national flag carrier of South Africa. With a history spanning decades, SAA is committed to excellence in aviation, technical innovation, and world-class service. The SAAT (South African Airways Technical) division, specifically the Operations Support unit, is where technology meets the flight line, ensuring that the airline’s digital infrastructure is as reliable as its aircraft.
Job Summary: IT Graduate Internship
- Job Title: IT Graduate
- Reference Number: SAA260115-1
- Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
- Closing Date: 22 January 2026
- Positions Available: 2
Key Skills & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in IT, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of Windows/macOS, basic networking (IP addressing, Wi-Fi), and Microsoft 365/Teams.
- Core Responsibilities: Hardware setup, system maintenance, data cleaning/reporting, and basic cybersecurity monitoring.
- Attributes: Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and a proactive “eager to learn” mindset.
Career Advice for IT Graduates
- Documentation is King: In a large organization like SAA, keeping track of what you fixed and how you fixed it is vital. Start a “Knowledge Base” for yourself from day one.
- Understand the Business: Don’t just learn the servers; learn how IT supports flight schedules and logistics. Understanding the business makes you a more valuable engineer.
- Certifications Matter: While you are in this internship, use your spare time to study for CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft Fundamentals to beef up your CV for a permanent role.
Possible Interview Questions
Technical Questions
- “Walk us through your process for troubleshooting a laptop that won’t connect to the company Wi-Fi.”
- “What are the key elements of ‘good digital hygiene’ in a corporate environment?”
- “How would you explain the importance of a data backup to a non-technical staff member?”
Behavioral Questions
- “SAA is a fast-paced environment. How do you stay organized when you have three different staff members asking for tech support at once?”
- “Describe a time you had to learn a new software or system quickly. How did you go about it?”
- “Why do you want to start your IT career in the aviation industry specifically?”