Internship Opportunity: Certification

The Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Certification Intern. Established in 2010, the QCTO plays a vital role in overseeing the design, assessment, and certification of occupational qualifications and trades in South Africa.

Job Purpose

The primary goal of this internship is to provide high-quality administrative support to the QCTO Certification Unit while gaining valuable on-the-job experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and track compliance against planning and reporting requirements.
• Schedule meetings and arrange accommodation for staff within the certification unit.
• Receive, document, and distribute incoming files to the relevant parties.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems.
• Follow up on documents awaiting management action or approval.
• Prepare professional correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, presentations, and spreadsheets.
• Participate in internal surveys and ensure all work complies with HR, Finance, and Supply Chain policies and timelines.

Educational Requirements

Applicants must possess a recognized National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following fields:

• Office Administration or Office Management
• Business Administration or Business Management
• Public Administration Management
• Secretarial Studies
• Records, Information, or Document Management

Required Competencies

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A customer-focused and professional attitude.
• Honesty, integrity, and due diligence.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be an unemployed South African citizen between the ages of 18 and 35.
• Must have no prior working experience.
• Must not have participated in any previous internship program.
• Preference will be given to applicants residing in the Gauteng Province.
• The QCTO encourages applications from people living with disabilities, as well as White, Coloured, and Indian candidates, in line with our employment equity goals.

General Information

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

Job Type: Full-Time Internship

Closing Date: February 27, 2026

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please visit the QCTO careers portal to submit your application online.