Apply for the NRF-SAASTA Internship Programme 2025. The National Research Foundation’s South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA), on behalf of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), invites unemployed graduates aged 18 to 35 in the fields of science, engineering, technology, journalism, and related media studies to apply for the DSTI-National Youth Service (NYS) programme.
This initiative seeks to place approximately 200 graduates for a 12-month volunteering opportunity across various participating organizations.
Who Can Apply:
- Science, Engineering, and Technology Graduates: Will be placed in organizations that promote science engagement, including higher education institutions, schools, science centres, science councils, biodiversity conservation sites (botanical and zoological gardens), and non-profits focused on maths, science, and technology.
- Communication Science, Journalism, or Media Studies Graduates: Will serve as science knowledge intermediaries at community media outlets, engaging in science journalism and related media activities.
Stipends: The programme offers monthly stipends based on the qualification level:
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6): R4,500
- Bachelor’s Degree / B. Tech (NQF Level 7): R5,000
- Honours (NQF Level 8): R5,500
- Master’s (NQF Level 9): R6,500
- PhD (NQF Level 10): R7,700
Application Process:
- Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply by submitting the following:
- A covering letter stating motivation for participation, current province, and preferred deployment province.
- A CV.
- Certified copies of ID, qualifications, or academic transcripts. If certificates are not available, a letter of completion must be attached.
Closing Date for Applications: January 31, 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified regarding screening outcomes.