The uMfolozi TVET College Internships 2026 close soon, and they could be the bridge between your National Diploma and your first full‑time job. Send your application before 14:00 on 16 July 2026 to be considered.
What the internship is
ETDP SETA funds five paid placements that are run by uMfolozi TVET College. Each placement lasts 24 months and focuses on one of the following fields: Quantity Surveying, Human Resources Management, Data Analysis/Statistical Clerking, Communications or Marketing, and Management Assistance.
Who can apply
- You are currently unemployed.
- You hold a completed National Diploma from an accredited South African higher‑education institution.
- You live in King Cetshwayo, iLembe, or uMkhanyakude District Municipality.
- You are not receiving any other stipend or grant for a similar programme.
- You can provide all required documents in a single PDF.
- People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
What you will gain
- Two years of hands‑on work experience that matches your diploma.
- Understanding of workplace systems and professional expectations.
- Better chances of securing permanent employment after the programme.
How to apply – step by step
- Update your CV. Include your full name, contact details, and current residential address.
- Gather certified clear copies of:
- Your South African ID.
- Matric certificate.
- National Diploma certificate.
- Academic transcript.
- Affidavit confirming you are unemployed.
- Bank statement for the last three months.
- Proof of bank account.
- Combine all files into one PDF. Follow the order listed above.
- Name the file as: Full-Name-Field-of-Study-uMfolozi-Internship.pdf.
- Compose a brief email that states your full name, qualification, and phone number.
- Use the field you are applying for as the email subject (e.g., “Human Resources Management”).
- Send the email with the attached PDF to Applications.placement@umfolozi.edu.za.
- Keep a copy of the sent email and PDF for your records.
Tips to improve your chances
- Check every page of the PDF before sending – no sideways pages, blurry images, or missing signatures.
- Make sure your CV is concise (max two pages) and highlights relevant modules or projects.
- Use the exact file name format; the Placement Office may reject incorrectly named files.
- Submit early. Sending before the deadline gives you time to fix any email or attachment issues.
- If you have a disability, mention it in the email; the college gives priority to such applicants.
Next steps
After 16 July 2026, the college will review only complete and eligible applications. If you do not hear back within one month, assume you were not selected and keep trying other opportunities. In the meantime, keep your phone and email active for any follow‑up.
For any questions, call the Placement Office on 035 902 9500 or 035 902 9501.