Newsrooms are moving fast, and the eNCA and eNuus internships are opening now for 2026 – a perfect chance for fresh journalism graduates to get hands‑on experience before the year ends.
What the opportunity is
eNCA and eNuus are offering two contract internships in Johannesburg North. Both run for 9–12 months and pay a market‑related salary.
- Social Media and Video Producer Internship 2026
- eNuus Producer/Writer Internship 2026
Who can apply
Social Media and Video Producer Internship
- National Diploma in Journalism (or related field)
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Basic knowledge of Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube
- Basic video‑editing ability (iMovie, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, InShot, CapCut, etc.)
- Basic filming/photography with a smartphone or entry‑level DSLR
- Strong attention to detail, adaptability and ability to work under pressure
eNuus Producer/Writer Internship
- National Senior Certificate
- National Diploma in Journalism and/or Media Studies
- Advanced written proficiency in both Afrikaans and English
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent research, fact‑checking and organisational abilities
- Positive attitude, accuracy and willingness to learn
What you gain
Both roles give you real‑world newsroom exposure that you cannot get from textbooks alone.
- Understanding of tight news deadlines and editorial decision‑making
- Hands‑on practice with video cutting, caption writing, podcast support and social‑media publishing (Social Media internship)
- Experience writing and adapting Afrikaans news copy, producing daily bulletins and handling multimedia assets (eNuus internship)
- Training on industry software such as Dalet and newsroom content‑management systems
- Networking with professional journalists, producers and digital editors
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Updated curriculum vitae
- Copy of your National Diploma (and Senior Certificate for eNuus)
- Portfolio links, writing samples or video edits (if you have them)
- Identity document copy (if requested)
- Tailor your CV to the role you want. Highlight the skills listed above and include any relevant projects.
- Visit the official application portal for the internship you prefer:
- Social Media and Video Producer – online application portal
- eNuus Producer/Writer – online application portal
- Complete the online form, upload your documents and any portfolio links, then submit.
- Check the confirmation email for any further steps or interview invitations.
Tips to improve your chances
- Match your CV exactly to the internship description – don’t send a generic version.
- Include active links to a short portfolio (YouTube, Vimeo, Behance, personal website) that show video edits or writing samples.
- Proofread every detail: correct phone number, active email, clear document formatting.
- Emphasise any newsroom or campus media experience, even volunteer work.
- For the eNuus role, showcase bilingual writing ability with short Afrikaans and English samples.
- Demonstrate reliability by meeting the application deadline and following the portal instructions.
Final thoughts
These internships are a real stepping stone into South African broadcasting and digital news. Whether you love creating video content for social platforms or crafting balanced news copy in Afrikaans and English, there is a place for you.
Gather your documents, tailor your application, and submit through the official portal before the closing date. A focused effort now could launch your career in media tomorrow.