Petroleum Agency SA Internships 2026 / 2027

Opportunity Overview

Petroleum Agency SA is offering internship opportunities funded by the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA). This programme is designed for graduates to gain valuable workplace experience over a two-year period.

The internship is planned to commence on 01 February 2027 and conclude on 31 January 2029, providing a structured learning environment within the petroleum sector.

Minimum Requirements

To be eligible for these internships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be unemployed and a South African citizen.
• Have achieved a relevant qualification at a Higher Education Training (HET) level. This includes N6 Diploma graduates from TVET colleges.
• Must not have previously benefited from any internship programme, whether MQA-funded or company-funded.

Specific qualifications for each internship stream are as follows:

• Petroleum Geology/Geophysics Interns: B.Sc. Honours in Geosciences (4 years).
• Information Management: Geographic Information System Interns: B.Sc. Honours Degree in Geology or Geophysics or Geographic Information Systems (4 years).
• Information Management: Software Developer Interns: Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Informatics, or Application Development.

Key Responsibilities

Interns will contribute to departmental duties while developing essential skills and knowledge. Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing towards the achievement of departmental duties.
• Developing necessary skills and knowledge in related disciplines.
• Attending various relevant and discipline-specific training courses and conferences.
• Receiving training on basic computer courses such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project (depending on current competency levels).
• Working independently to track and manage personal development progress.

Specific Duties per Internship Stream:

• Petroleum Geology/Geophysics Interns: Learn the fundamentals of Geology and Geophysics applicable to the oil and gas industry, including seismic interpretation, basin modelling, petroleum systems, prospect generation and evaluation, and South African geology.
• Information Management: Geographic Information System Interns: Learn the fundamentals of petroleum Exploration and Production (E&P) data management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and spatial data management applications for the oil and gas industry.
• Information Management: Software Developer Interns: Learn the fundamentals of petroleum Exploration and Production (E&P) data management and the role of digital technologies in the oil and gas industry. Gain practical experience in software development, databases, APIs, Power Platform, SharePoint, Power BI, and Azure. Participate in design, development, testing, and support of business applications. Support automation, analytics, and digital transformation initiatives. Develop technical documentation, troubleshooting, and user support skills.

What the Work Involves

Interns will be based in Pretoria and engage in practical work designed to build industry-specific expertise.

For Petroleum Geology/Geophysics Interns, the work will focus on learning and applying geological and geophysical principles relevant to the oil and gas sector. This includes understanding seismic data, basin models, petroleum systems, and the process of identifying and evaluating potential oil and gas prospects. The learning environment aims to equip interns with the tools and knowledge required to become an Earth Scientist in the petroleum industry.

Information Management: Geographic Information System Interns will delve into the practicalities of managing vast datasets from oil and gas exploration activities. This involves hands-on experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and spatial data applications, utilising industry-standard software such as Petrel, Kingdom, and ESRI ArcGIS to process, analyse, and manage petroleum E&P data. The role prepares interns for careers in Oil & Gas Data Management.

Information Management: Software Developer Interns will gain direct exposure to software development and application integration within the upstream petroleum sector. Interns will participate in the design, development, testing, and support of business applications, working with Microsoft technologies like Power Platform, SharePoint, Power BI, and Azure. This involves practical experience with databases, APIs, and supporting initiatives related to automation, analytics, and digital transformation, fostering skills in technical documentation and user support.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.

• Deadline: 09 November 2026
• Apply Online: https://www.graduates24.com/petroleum-agency-sa-internships-2026-2027