Employer: Broad Media
Industry: Digital Media, Online Publishing, Tech & Financial News
Job Functional Area: Journalism / Media & Communications
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa (On-Site / In-Office)
Position Type: 3-Month Paid Graduate Internship / Programme
Target Candidates: University Graduates from ANY Field (Final-Year Students & Recent Graduates)
Compensation: R20,000 per month (Paid Graduate Stipend)
Posted Date: 28 October 2026
About Broad Media & The Journalism Graduate Programme
Broad Media is a premier South African digital publishing company behind leading online news platforms such as MyBroadband, BusinessTech, and TopAuto, reaching millions of readers daily with breaking technology, business, and current affairs news.
Broad Media is inviting applications for its high-earning 3-Month Journalism Graduate Programme based in Centurion, Gauteng. This intensive, in-office programme offers recent graduates a rare opportunity to enter professional digital journalism with comprehensive, hands-on training. Broad Media will teach you everything you need to know to research, pitch, and write top-tier news articles for South Africa’s largest online publications.
Key Responsibilities & Editorial Workflows
Graduates in the programme will participate in full-suite newsroom operations under senior editorial mentorship:
1. News Reporting & Article Writing
- Article Drafting: Write high-quality, engaging news articles, opinion pieces, and feature stories across technology, business, lifestyle, and current events.
- Research & Fact-Checking: Conduct thorough research, verify facts, and analyze datasets to ensure high standards of accuracy and journalistic integrity.
2. Editorial Training & Digital Publishing
- Journalism Training: Master the core principles of digital news reporting, including headline creation, article structuring, and search engine optimization (SEO).
- Newsroom Operations: Pitch daily story ideas during editorial meetings, monitor breaking news trends, and publish content under tight daily deadlines.
Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:
- Educational Qualifications (MANDATORY UNIVERSITY DEGREE):
- Must hold a completed University Degree (or be graduating in 2026) in ANY field of study (Mandatory).
- Open to all faculties: BA, BCom, LLB/Law, BSc, Engineering, Science, Commerce, Humanities, or Journalism.
- Key Competencies & Soft Skills:
- Excellent writing ability with strong command of English grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure (Mandatory).
- A genuine passion for news, current affairs, writing, and digital media.
- High energy, curiosity, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
- Location & Workplace Rules:
- Must be able to work full-time in-office in Centurion, Gauteng (Mandatory).
Application Guidelines & Online Submission
- Prepare Document Package:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting any writing samples, university papers, or blog posts.
- Certified Copy of South African ID Document or Passport.
- Certified Copy of University Degree Certificate or Academic Transcript (for 2026 graduates).
- Online Portal: Submit your application directly via the official Broad Media Careers Portal.
- Closing Date: Applications are screened on a rolling basis; immediate submission is recommended.
Sample Selection & Journalism Interview Questions
Media Writing & News Judgment
- Question (News Angle): “How do you take a complex economic or technical press release and reframe it into an engaging headline and opening paragraph for a general audience?”
- Question (Headline Writing): “What makes a news headline click-worthy without resorting to misleading clickbait?”
How to Apply
Apply online directly via the official Broad Media Careers Portal:
- Employer: Broad Media
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Position: Journalism Graduate Programme (3 Months)
- Salary: R20,000 per month
- Eligibility: Any University Graduate (BA, BCom, Law, Engineering, Science, etc.)
- Closing Date: 28 November 2026