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Jacaranda FM News Internship Programme Vacancy 2026

Jacaranda FM

General / Other

Monthly stipend

Not stated

Closing date

01 Oct 2026

Opportunity: Internship
Minimum education: Degree (NQF 7)
Location: Midrand, Gauteng
SETA: ETDP SETA
Posted: 22 Aug 2026

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Opportunity Overview

Jacaranda FM is offering a News Internship Programme, providing an opportunity to join their news team. This 12-month internship is designed to help individuals learn about the various aspects and operations of a newsroom.

The programme runs from October 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027. Interns will rotate every six weeks between Jacaranda FM in Midrand and Voice of Wits (VOW 88.1) in Johannesburg. A monthly basic stipend will be provided.

Jacaranda FM has partnered with Voice of Wits, a community radio station licensed as Wits University Campus radio. This partnership aims to provide broadcast skills development for youth interested in acquiring radio experience relevant to the broadcasting industry.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or a 3-year National Diploma in Journalism or a related field.
Valid driver’s licence or actively in the process of obtaining one.
Good command of the English language.
Preferably bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
Ability to write and voice quality scripts for radio.
Skill in checking facts, accuracy, and overall quality of stories.
Competence in operating studio and field recording and production equipment.
Must not be committed to other fields of study during the internship period.

Key Responsibilities

As a News Intern, you will gain practical experience and develop skills in a dynamic radio news environment:

At Jacaranda FM (Midrand):
Assist in various areas of the news department, learning practical skills.
Support the general operations of the newsroom.
Assist journalists with the compilation of their stories.
Report from the field and work on the news desk.
At Voice of Wits (VOW 88.1 in Johannesburg):
Compile and read daily news bulletins.
Report from the field.
Package stories for current affairs programmes.
Be actively involved in the day-to-day news and current affairs programming.
Update social media with news content.
Undertake short courses with the Wits Radio Academy.
Be prepared to travel between Jacaranda FM in Midrand and VOW 88.1 at Wits in Johannesburg.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online by October 1, 2026.

Click on the following link to apply: https://kagisomedia.mcidirecthire.com/jacaranda/External/Application?Ref=TEkBhDYErs0qhHgueWeCgt_yRI-cnPLR1MRk1RR6CpovtNnuiVlYCxkOUAzXEEVwRU8S77CEWcWZ12plBm4D7FltoGnd1XQ8T-52mvZusAI7wofpRZF0Za2o9MD_sU0NwEnuWZLH8lN28E9qS62mLQ

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