The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) is inviting applications from unemployed South African citizens for its 2026 Internship and Learnership Programmes. The opportunities offer graduates and suitably qualified applicants a chance to gain practical workplace experience and develop skills in the energy regulation sector.
According to the recruitment advert, successful applicants will be appointed on a 24-month contract. The programme is intended to provide meaningful workplace exposure and help participants build knowledge and professional experience. Permanent employment is not guaranteed after the contract ends, although future opportunities may be considered on merit.
The closing date for applications is 16 November 2026.
About the NERSA Internship and Learnership Programmes
NERSA is the national regulator responsible for regulating South Africa’s electricity, piped-gas and petroleum-pipelines industries. Its internship and learnership programmes contribute to youth and skills development by giving unemployed applicants an opportunity to gain experience in relevant fields.
The 2026 intake includes opportunities across several departments, including legal services, information technology, human resources, finance, supply chain management, energy regulation and other areas.
Applicants should check the qualifications listed for their preferred department and apply only for opportunities that match their academic background.
Available Departments and Reference Numbers
The advert lists opportunities in the following areas:
- Legal Advisory Services — LAS2026
- Information Communication and Technology — ICT2026
- Information Resource Management — IRM2026
- Communication and Stakeholder Management — CSM2026
- Human Resources Management — HRM2026
- Internal Audit Unit — IAU2026
- Regulatory Analysis and Research — RAR2026
- Finance Management and Governance — FMG2026
- Supply Chain Management, Facilities/Project — SCM2026
- Office of the CEO — CEO2026
- Security Management — SM2026
- International Relations — IR2026
- Strategic Planning and Monitoring — SPM2026
- Electricity Pricing and Tariffs — EPT2026
- Electricity Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution — ELC2026
- Electricity Infrastructure Planning — EIP2026
- Gas Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution — GLC2026
- Gas Competition and Market Analysis — GCM2026
- Gas Pricing and Tariffs — GPT2026
- Petroleum Pipelines Tariffs — PPT2026
- Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution — PLC2026
The advert specifies different qualification requirements for each department. These generally include a relevant National Diploma, Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, BTech Degree, Advanced Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, Honours Degree or Master’s Degree, depending on the role. Applicants must consult the advert to confirm the exact qualification required for their chosen department.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be an unemployed South African citizen.
- Have completed Matric/Grade 12.
- Hold the relevant post-school qualification specified for the department.
- Meet the academic requirements listed for the opportunity they are applying for.
The reference number and division must be clearly stated in the email subject line. Applications that do not follow the instructions may be disqualified. Separate applications must be submitted for each opportunity.
Contract Duration and Employment Prospects
Successful applicants will be appointed on a 24-month contract. The programme is intended to provide workplace experience and skills development, but it does not guarantee permanent employment after completion. Any future employment opportunity will be considered on merit.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Final Thoughts
The NERSA Internship and Learnership Programmes 2026 may be a valuable opportunity for unemployed graduates and qualified applicants seeking practical experience in South Africa’s energy regulation sector. With opportunities across a range of professional fields, applicants should carefully review the qualification requirements and select the department that best matches their studies.
How to Apply
Applicants should email a comprehensive CV, certified copies of their ID and qualifications, and a full academic record to:
applications@nersa.org.za
Clearly include the relevant reference number and division in the email subject line. Submit a separate application for each opportunity.
VIEW THE JOB ADVERT HEREAlternatively, applications may be posted to:
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa
Human Resources Division
PO Box 40343, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007
For the attention of Ms Lena Rankhumise or Mr Nkanyiso Magwaza.
Closing date: 16 November 2026.
Recruitment agencies’ applications will not be accepted. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from NERSA within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
For more information, visit the official NERSA website: www.nersa.org.za.