South African Revenue Service SARS Graduate Internship 2026 | Pretoria, Gauteng | Internship

Opportunity Overview

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) offers a graduate internship for finance, law and data graduates, providing experience in tax administration, audit and compliance at the national revenue authority.

This internship is based in Pretoria, Gauteng (Gauteng) and falls under the FASSET — Finance & Accounting Services, leading to a NQF Level 7 qualification. A monthly stipend is provided: R8 000 – R10 000 / month.

Key Details

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum qualification: Degree (NQF 7)
• South African citizen with a valid ID
• Aged 18–35 (youth programme)
• Currently unemployed and not on another funded programme
• Clear criminal record
• Completed degree (Accounting, Law, Economics, Data or related)
• South African citizen

Key Responsibilities

During this internship you will:

• Supporting tax audit and compliance reviews under supervision
• Assisting with taxpayer data analysis and reporting
• Helping prepare case documentation
• Learning relevant tax legislation and SARS systems
• Completing a structured graduate development programme

Stipend & Benefits

Successful candidates receive a monthly stipend of R8 000 – R10 000 / month for the duration of the programme, on-the-job mentorship, and a nationally recognised NQF Level 7 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: 5 September 2026. Late applications are not considered.

• Apply online: Visit www.sars.gov.za/about/careers/, search for "SARS Graduate 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. South African Revenue Service is an equal-opportunity employer; preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act.