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Internship South Africa

Internship programmes are useful if you are looking to gain international work experience (the work is unpaid). You will be placed with a South African company in the field of your choice, giving you insight into the working practices of a company in an English speaking country.

Add a highlight to your curriculum vitae, and further your command of the English language in a professional environment.

Each placement is tailor-made to suit your individual profile. Is your emphasis on improving your command of English in the workplace? Or are you looking to broaden your work experience within your own field? Whatever your needs, we will find a placement to suit you.

  • Students who do an Internship programme in Cape Town, South Africa

Our expertise

Good Hope Studies has been offering internship programmes for over 10 years. During this time we have built up a comprehensive database of local companies. Our extensive network of contacts means we can find the right placement for each client.
Our internship-officer will establish your exact needs and will find the placement that is best for you. She will also assist you in getting the correct visas and documents, will help you to find long-term accommodation, and will be there to advise, assist and guide you throughout your stay.

English language course

Your English should be at a strong upper-intermediate level to benefit from the internship. Should your level be lower, we recommend an English language course at Good Hope Studies. The most suitable options would be the Business or Intensive Course or the Standard-Plus Course.

What to do next

Download our Internship South Africa brochure to get further detailed information. You can also get in touch with the work placement coordinator, who will be happy to answer any questions.

You will need to fill in the enrolment form in the brochure, so that we can learn more about you and your goals and expectations.

Programme Overview

  • This is a placement programme.
  • The work is unpaid.
  • It can be booked with or without a language course.
  • The minimum period for an internship is 8 weeks.
  • Enrolment must be at least 3 months before the start of the internship.

Areas of placement

  • Accounting / Bookkeeping
  • Administration
  • Advertising
  • Arts, Culture
  • Automotive
  • Conservation, animal protection
  • Event Management
  • Fashion
  • General Administration
  • Graphic Design
  • Human Resources
  • Import, Export
  • IT, computer science
  • Job recruitment
  • Law
  • Logistics
  • Market research
  • Marketing
  • Media - TV, Radio, Photography
  • Music
  • NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)
  • Politics
  • Public Relations
  • Print Media
  • Restaurants
  • Sales
  • Social work
  • Sport and Leisure
  • Tourism

Included in the placement fee

  • Creating a tailor-made programme according to your individual needs.
  • Assistance in finding long-term accommodation from hostels to furnished apartments.
  • Assistance in long-term car hire if required.
  • Airport transfer service.
  • Escort and introduction on your first day.
  • Advice, assistance, and guidance before, during, and after your stay.
  • 24 hr emergency number.
  • A complete information package including a South African SIM card.
  • A GHS student card which allows discounts at tourist attractions, restaurants, etc.
  • Participation in the GHS Social Club (fees apply).

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 21 years
  • Minimum level of English at the start of the Internship: upper-intermediate.
  • A good qualification in the area of placement.
  • See visa regulations for further requirements.
  • A successful visa application if required.