South African law graduates, a paid 12‑month internship in Durban is closing soon – apply before 4 September 2026. Learn more about the Cubix Legal Internship and why it matters for your career right now.
What the internship offers
Cubix is hiring a Bachelor of Laws graduate for a year‑long legal internship in its Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) department. The role goes beyond courtroom work; you will see how legal rules affect everyday business decisions.
Who can apply
Only applicants who meet every point below will be considered.
- South African citizen
- Age 18 – 35
- Completed Grade 12 (Matric)
- Held a recognised Bachelor of Laws (4‑year undergraduate or 3‑year postgraduate) from a public university
- Unemployed at the time of application
- Not currently in another internship or learnership
- Clear criminal record
- Clear credit record
What you will gain
The internship gives you practical exposure to:
- GRC processes and risk management
- Policy drafting and document review
- Legal and regulatory research
- Financial‑sector regulations such as the FAIS Act and the FICA Act
- Maintaining registers (NDA, contracts) and preparing meeting minutes
- Professional legal writing and attention‑to‑detail skills
These experiences are valuable for any future role in law, compliance or business administration.
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents: ID, Matric certificate, LLB certificate, academic transcript and proof of unemployment.
- Update your CV. Clearly list the full name of your LLB, the route you took (undergrad or postgraduate), the university, graduation date and any relevant subjects or projects (policy research, contract work, legal writing, etc.).
- Visit the official Cubix application portal: Apply here.
- Complete the online form, upload the documents, and double‑check that every file is readable and correctly labelled.
- Submit before the deadline (4 Sept 2026). You will hear back within 14 working days; silence means you were not selected.
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to governance and compliance. Highlight any policy research, contract analysis, financial‑regulation coursework or group projects that involved evidence review.
- Show strong written communication. Include a brief example of a legal memo or policy draft if possible.
- Proofread every document – employers notice spelling and formatting errors.
- Be honest about your criminal and credit records. Mismatched information will disqualify you.
- Prepare to discuss how you would organise a legal register or conduct legislative research in an interview.
Next steps
If you meet the eligibility criteria, finish your CV, gather the paperwork and submit the application today. Even if you face competition, this internship can launch a career in legal compliance and risk management. Good luck!