2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

Vodafone Group; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Group is offering multiple opportunities for young graduates in their 2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes, including a Discover Graduate Programme and Internship. Both roles aim to build future leaders through extensive training, mentorship, and practical experience, with eligibility criteria focusing on academic qualifications and age limits. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline on 31st August 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
• Must be 26 years old or younger.
• Minimum 65% aggregate for academic results.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 2-year skills training programme for leadership development.
• Gain hands-on experience in the digital, technical, and telecommunication environment.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Passion

Flexibility

Resilience

Digital savviness

Customer obsession

Innovation

Complex problem solving

Education

B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7)

3 year National Diploma (NQF 6)

Job description

2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

Discover Graduate

This is a permanent employment opportunity underpinned by 2 years of skills training programme that is specifically designed for development of future leaders.

The applicants need to have completed at least their under graduate degree or degree equivalent by the end of 2025.

Start date on the programme is 1st February 2026!

The Programme offers graduates a full rounded experience of our business including mentorship and coaching, and on the job training, all whilst earning a full salary and enjoying all the benefits of a full time employee. At the end of the 2 years you will transition into a destination role within the organization. Following successful completion of your graduate programme, there will opportunities to apply for more stretch assignments locally and internationally outside of your comfort zone to build your expertise and leadership capability.

Programme Requirements

• Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
• Must be 26 years old or younger.
• South African Citizen by Birth/Naturalizations, or permanent resident. However, citizens of DRC, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Egypt and Tanzania are encouraged to apply for consideration in those markets.
• Must have obtained a minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
• Must have a minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7).
• A 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered in the following areas only
  • Electrical / Electronic Engineering
  • Computer Software Engineering and
  • Information Systems/Information Technology

2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

Internship

The Vodacom Internship programme is a 12 month fixed term contract which provides workplace experience underpinned by a carefully designed training programme. It allows one to gain valuable work experience, explore career paths, networking with professionals in the field, while earning an income.

This programme is our pipeline into Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme or transition into permanent roles as opportunities arise. The applicants need to have completed at least their undergraduate degree or degree equivalent by the end of 2025. Start dates are 1 February and 1 March 2026.

The Vodacom Internship Programme aims to build a pipeline of skilled talent for the company’s core business areas while offering qualified, unemployed graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop key competencies in a fast-evolving digital, technical and telecommunication environment.

Programme Requirements

• South African Citizen by Birth
• Must have 0-1 year working experience post studies.
• Must be 26 years old or younger.
• Must have obtained a minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
• Must have a minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification
  (NQF 7).
• A 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered in the following areas only:
  • Electrical / Electronic Engineering
  • Computer Software Engineering &
  • Information Systems/Information Technology

We’re looking for someone who stands out in these areas!

• Time management
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Passion
• Flexibility
• Resilience
• Digital savviness
• Customer obsession
• Innovation
• Complex problem solving

Apply

How to apply and what to expect?

Step 1
Before applying, please review and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the role you're interested in.

Step 2
Click the red "Apply Now" button to register your Vodacom profile. Use an email address you’ll remember—this helps you track your application and receive updates from the recruitment team. You’ll be asked to upload your resume and provide details about your education, skills, location preferences, etc. at this stage.

Step 3
After submitting your application, if sucessfull, you’ll receive a confirmation email. A separate email from [e-mail] will follow with a link to your online assessment. Once completed, our Resourcing Team will carefully review your application. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process!

Applications close on 31st August, 2025!

Go Ahead apply today - Good Luck!

In case you have any kind of question, please let us know at the following address: [e-mail]