The University of Pretoria (UP) is inviting 8 energetic and motivated recent graduates or young professionals to join their team for a structured 12-month internship. This is a prestigious opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a world-class academic and research environment.
Position Details
- Employer: University of Pretoria
- Total Positions: 8
- Duration: 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027
- Location: UP Campus (Candidates must reside within 50km of the campus)
- Remuneration: Monthly stipend + training allowance
Available Departments
- Department of Statistics: 5 positions
- Department of Research and Innovation: 3 positions
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this intake, applicants must meet the following strict criteria:
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
- Age: Between 18 and 34 years.
- Education: Minimum of Matric (Relevant Diplomas or Degrees are highly preferred).
- Experience: Must never have held a full-time position or participated in a previous internship/learnership.
- Status: Not currently enrolled in full-time studies.
- Vetting: Must be willing to undergo background, credit, and criminal checks.
Potential Interview Questions
Department of Statistics Focus
- “Why are you interested in the field of Statistics within an academic setting rather than a corporate one?”
- Why they ask: They want to see if you value the research and educational mission of the University.
- “Can you describe a time you had to handle a large amount of data or a complex task? How did you ensure accuracy?”
- Why they ask: Accuracy is the cornerstone of the Statistics department.
Department of Research & Innovation Focus
- “What is your understanding of ‘Innovation’ in a university context, and how do you think it benefits society?”
- Why they ask: This department bridges the gap between academic research and real-world application.
- “How would you handle managing multiple administrative tasks for different research projects simultaneously?”
- Why they ask: Multitasking and organization are key in the DRI.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must follow the official application channel strictly:
- Email your CV to: ninette.kotzee@up.ac.za.
- Deadline: Submissions must be sent by Friday, 15 May 2026.