MTN South Africa IT Support Internship 2026 | Roodepoort, Gauteng | Internship

Opportunity Overview

MTN South Africa offers an IT support internship at its Roodepoort head office for IT graduates seeking first-line and infrastructure-support experience in a large enterprise environment.

This internship is based in Roodepoort, Gauteng (Gauteng) and falls under the MICT SETA — Media, Information & Communication Technologies, leading to a NQF Level 6 qualification. A monthly stipend is provided: R7 500 – R9 000 / month.

Key Details

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Diploma (NQF 6)
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Aged 18–35 (youth programme)
• Currently unemployed and not on another funded programme
• Clear criminal record
• National Diploma in IT/Information Systems
• A+/N+ certification advantageous

Key Responsibilities

During this internship you will:

• Providing first-line desktop and application support
• Logging and tracking tickets in the service-desk system
• Assisting with hardware setup, imaging and asset tracking
• Supporting network and account administration tasks
• Completing an internship competency logbook

Stipend & Benefits

Successful candidates receive a monthly stipend of R7 500 – R9 000 / month for the duration of the programme, on-the-job mentorship, and a nationally recognised NQF Level 6 qualification on successful completion.

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Check that you qualify against the minimum requirements above before applying.
• Prepare and certify your documents (not older than 3 months):
• Certified copy of your South African ID
• Certified copy of your highest qualification / latest results
• Updated CV (maximum 2 pages)
• A short motivational letter
• Submit your application using one of the methods below.
• Apply before the closing date: 8 September 2026. Late applications are not considered.

• Apply online: Visit www.mtn.com/careers/, search for "IT Support Internship 2026", and complete the online application form.

Beware of scams: A legitimate internship will never ask you to pay a fee to apply or to "secure your place". If you are asked for money, it is a scam.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this round. MTN South Africa is an equal-opportunity employer; preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.