Job: Elevate Graduate Intern

Company : Telkom; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Telkom's Elevate Graduate Internship Programme offers a two-year structured rotation across technology, engineering, finance, law, and humanities, with mentorship, hands-on projects, workshops, and continuous feedback to build technical and soft skills. Interns gain exposure to diverse business environments and contribute to strategic and operational projects.

Interns rotate through relevant departments, engaging in cross-functional collaboration, research, data analysis, and reporting to

Qualifications

• Must have completed a degree (NQF Level 7) at a SAQA-recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
• Graduated within the last 2 years or completing studies by December 2025
• Academic average of 60% or above
• No prior full-time work experience in the field
• Relevant certification in the chosen field of study will be an advantage
• Must be a South African citizen
• Valid driver’s license
• Willing to travel
• Ability to work shifts or overtime

Responsibilities

• Support projects and daily operations within the assigned business unit
• Apply academic knowledge to solve real-world business and technical challenges
• Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to support decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions
• Participate in workshops, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and new business ideas
• Engage in mentorship, feedback sessions, and progress reviews throughout the programme

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (NQF 7)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Elevate Graduate Internship Programme is a two-year structured initiative aimed at empowering recent graduates with hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to diverse business environments. Interns will rotate across relevant departments, applying their academic knowledge to real-world challenges while contributing to strategic and operational projects. The programme spans multiple disciplines—from technology and engineering to finance, law, and humanities—offering a dynamic platform for growth, innovation, and professional development. Interns will engage in cross-functional collaboration, receive continuous feedback, and participate in workshops and training sessions designed to build both technical and soft skills. This opportunity is ideal for agile, curious, and driven graduates ready to make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Support projects and daily operations within the assigned business unit
• Apply academic knowledge to solve real-world business and technical challenges
• Conduct research, data analysis, and reporting to support decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions
• Participate in workshops, training sessions, and professional development opportunities
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and new business ideas
• Engage in mentorship, feedback sessions, and progress reviews throughout the programme

Qualifications

• Must have completed a minimum of a degree (NQF Level 7) at a SAQA-recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
• Graduated within the last 2 years or completing studies by December 2025
• Academic average of 60% or above
• No prior full-time work experience in the field
• Relevant certification in the chosen field of study will be an advantage
• Must be a South African citizen
• Valid driver’s license
• Willing to travel
• Ability to work shifts or overtime

Hiring organization

Telkom

Employment Type: internship

Job Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa