Are you a recent graduate ready to break into South Africa’s tourism, heritage, arts, hospitality, sport, or conservation industries? The Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) is offering a fully paid internship programme for 2025—and it could be your big career break!
What is the CATHSSETA Internship Programme?
The CATHSSETA Internship Programme provides structured, work-based learning that helps unemployed graduates gain real-world experience in their field of study. Interns are placed with vetted host employers across government, NGOs, tourism boards, museums, and the private sector.
This programme bridges the gap between classroom learning and workplace readiness, setting you up for long-term employability and career growth.
Internship Positions Available
Available Internship Roles (2025):
| Internship Role | Number of Positions |
|---|---|
| Intern: Finance | 2 |
| Intern: Western Cape / Northern Cape / Eastern Cape | 3 |
| Intern: KwaZulu Natal / Free State | 3 |
| Intern: Administration and Management | 3 |
✅ Positions may be available nationally depending on host employer availability.
Who Should Apply?
To be considered for the CATHSSETA Internship Programme, you must:
- ✅ Be a South African citizen, aged 18 to 35
- ✅ Be unemployed
- ✅ Not be currently involved in another SETA internship or learnership
- ✅ Hold a National Diploma or Degree relevant to CATHSSETA sectors (e.g. tourism, arts, hospitality, sport, heritage, conservation)
- ✅ Be passionate about developing a career in the creative or cultural economy
Why You Should Apply
The CATHSSETA internship comes with real benefits:
🎓 Hands-On Experience
Work directly in your field with sector-relevant responsibilities.
💰 Monthly Stipend
Get paid while gaining experience—no need to worry about basic expenses.
🤝 Mentorship Support
Receive guidance and coaching from professionals throughout your internship.
🚀 Career Acceleration
Many former interns have moved into full-time roles within the cultural and tourism sectors.
How to Apply
You will need to submit the following:
- 📝 Detailed CV
- 🎓 Certified copies of your qualifications
- 🆔 Certified copy of your ID
- 📚 Academic transcripts
- 💬 Motivational letter explaining your interest and goals
👉 Apply for the CATHSSETA Internship Programme 2025 Here
🗓️ Closing Date: Not yet specified. Apply early to avoid missing out!
About CATHSSETA
CATHSSETA is one of South Africa’s 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities. It focuses on skills development in the cultural, arts, tourism, hospitality, and sport sectors. Through internships, learnerships, and bursaries, CATHSSETA ensures that young South Africans are equipped with the right skills to thrive in the creative economy.
Final Thoughts
The CATHSSETA Internship Programme 2025 is more than just an internship—it’s a launchpad into industries that shape South Africa’s identity, heritage, and economy. If you’re a driven graduate ready to gain experience, grow your network, and find your career direction—don’t miss this opportunity.
Apply now, stand out, and become part of South Africa’s creative future.
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