26 IT Internship jobs in South Africa

Job Title: IT Services Intern

Department: Technology Division

Company: TMT Services and Supplies (Pty) Ltd

Location: Head Office (Century City)

Job Type: Fixed term ( 6 months)

Position overview

We are seeking a self-motivated and detail-oriented Junior IT Systems Technician to join our IT team.

The ideal candidate will provide technical support, assist with the maintenance of our IT systems, and ensure the smooth operation of hardware and software. This role is perfect for someone who is eager to grow their career in IT and is passionate about solving technical problems.

Key Responsibilities:

Helpdesk Support: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Serve as the first point of contact for IT-related issues, responding to and resolving helpdesk tickets in a timely manner. Provide remote and on-site support as needed.

Technical Support: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Provide first-line support for hardware and software issues, including troubleshooting and resolving problems for end-users.

System Maintenance: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and maintenance of workstations, and network equipment.

Documentation: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, updates, and issues.

User Management: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Assist with user account creation, modification, and deletion, as well as managing access permissions.

Software Updates: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Ensure that all software and systems are up to date with the latest patches and updates.

Inventory Management: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Assist in managing IT inventory, including hardware and software assets.

Customer Service: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Provide excellent customer service and communication to all users, ensuring a positive experience.

Learning and Development: The duties shall include but not be limited to:

• Continuously improve technical skills and knowledge through training and on-the-job experience.

Education and Experience

• Education: Matric / NQF equivalent & Tertiary qualification in Information Technology or similar.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in IT support or a related role is preferred but not required.
• Experience : 1 years in Cybersecurity /Networking
• Certifications: CompTIA A+ or similar certifications are a plus but not required.

Additional Requirements

• Environment: Office environment with occasional requirements to work outside regular hours for maintenance or emergencies.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move IT equipment as needed.
• Must have a divers license

Skills and Competencies

• Technical Skills: Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux), and networking concepts.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong attention to detail and essential accuracy when working.
• Good communication skills for interacting with team members, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Be patient, tactful, diplomatic, and approachable.
• Demonstration of customer service orientation.

About TMT:

A guiding principle of our business is to build technology that essentially makes a difference. We are a South African company that has been in operation since 2002 with a rich history in servicing the Road Safety Enforcement, Public Transport and Safety & Security sectors.

We strive to bring together the latest technology with our industry experts to develop better, more efficient mobility experiences, and to quickly gain a deep understanding of the local mobility challenges our customers face and develop technological solutions that address the needs of both our customers and the citizens they serve.

At TMT, we believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our business value set. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, abilities, and backgrounds are valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Our hiring practices reflect our dedication to building a diverse team and creating equitable opportunities for all. TMT is committed to attracting top talent and welcomes all candidates who bring exceptional skills, fresh ideas, and a passion for excellence.

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 12 months

License/Certification:

• CompTIA A+ or similar certifications (Preferred)
• drivers license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Rondebosch Boys' High School is offering an exciting teacher internship position for an aspiring Technology/IT teacher in 2026.

This opportunity allows for a real teaching experience in a high functioning school, as well as the possibility of full-time employment should a position become available in 2027.

Applicants must be enrolled in a PCGE or final year BEd programme in Teaching through correspondence in 2026.

Rondebosch Boys' High School is offering an exciting teacher internship position for an aspiring Technology/IT teacher in 2026. This opportunity allows for a real teaching experience in a high functioning school, as well as the possibility of full-time employment should a position become available in 2027. Applicants must be enrolled in a PCGE or final year BEd programme in Teaching through correspondence in 2026.

Must be enrolled in a PGCE or final year BEd programme in Teaching through correspondence in 2026

Co-teaching Technology and IT classes at Rondebosch Boys' High School for the duration of the year

Mentoring by an experienced, qualified teacher

Involvement in other learning areas as per the candidate's qualifications

Participation in the varied extra-curricular activities at RBHS

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The IT Intern technician plays a vital role in providing technical support to end-users for the local organization. As an integral member of the End User Computing Team, the IT intern responsible for addressing and resolving IT support issues, deploying new services, and maintaining IT systems and hardware. Excellent communication skills in English combined with strong problem-solving abilities and enthusiasm for IT, are crucial to ensure a positive user experience.

How You'll Create Impact

• Serve as an member of the End User Computing Team, addressing and resolving support issues assigned by the IT Service Desk.
• Monitor and track open incidents and requests, ensuring adherence to agreed-upon Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Work closely with the 3rd Level team to provide "smart hands" support for backend IT systems.
• Liaise with various support teams and departments within the organization.
• Provide support for conference calls, online and onsite meetings, town halls, training sessions, and medium to large onsite events using standard audio-visual equipment.
• Maintain the IT asset database.
• Facilitate the onboarding of new hires and offboarding of departing team members.
• Distribute and maintain IT hardware for team members.
• Perform routine maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting for software applications, operating systems, and hardware devices.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Customer-focused with outstanding customer-facing skills.
• Demonstrated beginner level knowledge of supported IT systems.

Your Background

• Information Technology or Computer science engineering or technical engineering degree
• Learning/adapting fast in different environments
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (written/verbal)

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

ABOUT REDDAM HOUSE

Reddam House schools in South Africa are part of the
Inspired Education Group
, a leading global group of premium schools educating over
95,000 students across five continents
. In Cape Town, our Reddam House campuses are renowned for their academic excellence, dynamic teaching environments, and commitment to developing the whole child through academics, arts, and sport.

When you join Reddam House, you become part of a unique global community of passionate professionals with unrivalled access to extensive guidance, support, and career development opportunities.

ROLE SUMMARY & JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking an innovative and enthusiastic
Prep School Computer Studies Teacher
. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons that introduce younger learners to the fundamentals of digital literacy, coding, and responsible technology use, while fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be responsible for the following:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Computer Studies lessons for Prep School students.
• Introduce learners to digital literacy, coding basics, and safe, responsible use of technology.
• Create a nurturing classroom environment that encourages creativity, exploration, and problem-solving.
• Behave professionally in all aspects including punctuality, conduct, and standards of work.
• Evaluate, reflect on, and refine teaching practice.
• Produce high-quality resources and age-appropriate activities for learners.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to school initiatives.
• Attend school events and special occasions as required by the Head of School.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Head of School or line manager.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Essential

• Current, active
  SACE registration
  .
• Recognised teaching qualification and certified teaching status.
• Appropriate
  legal right to work in South Africa
  .
• University degree in Computer Studies, IT, Education, or a related subject.
• Experience teaching Computer Studies or digital literacy to younger learners.
• Strong classroom management, preparation, and planning skills.
• Ability to use ICT confidently to enhance teaching and learning.
• Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare.

Desirable

• Previous experience with the
  IEB curriculum
  .
• 2–5 years' teaching experience in a Prep/Primary setting.
• Experience introducing coding, robotics, or creative computing at primary level.
• Excellent organisational skills and a flexible, positive approach to change.
• A passion for developing digital skills in younger learners.
• Willingness to contribute to extracurricular and wider school life.

About us

We are a professional, customer-centric and fast-paced Cambridge Combined school

The job requirement includes:

• A relevant Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and / or Information technology.
• SACE registration mandatory.
• Proven teaching experience Cambridge Curriculum is essential.
• The ability to teach High school mathematics will be advantageous.
• A minimum of 3 years High school teaching of Computer science and or IT is a requirement
• Lead or support ICT/STEM clubs, coding initiatives, robotics, and competitions.
• Growth opportunities and training available
• Own vehicle and drivers license beneficial
• Proven track record and current references essential
• Include an updated CV, a motivation outlining the reason for applying, suitability for the position, certified copies of academic certificates with supporting transcripts, salary expectations and copy of latest pay slip, 3 relevant and up to date references, and legal status regarding notice periods.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fourways, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Send a strong motivational letter with your latest CV and address the following questions and any other factors to motivate your application.

Why do you want to apply for the position

Your vision and medium term goals

What other subjects can you teach

What is your current salary package and your expectation

What are your legal requirements to leave your current employer

Experience:

• High school Computer Science teaching: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• SACE certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

About the Company

Our online school client seeking a highly skilled and motivated Online British Curriculum ICT and Computer Science Teacher to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology education and a proven ability to deliver engaging lessons to students following the British International curriculum (Pearson Edexcel). This role requires a strong understanding of various software, programming languages, and theoretical concepts, as outlined below.

About the Role

This role requires a strong understanding of various software, programming languages, and theoretical concepts, as outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Deliver: High-quality, interactive online lessons for Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Computer Science (iGCSE), and Information Technology (AS Level) to students.
• Design and implement: Engaging and effective lesson plans that align with curriculum objectives.
• Assess and monitor student progress through assignments, projects, and examinations, providing constructive feedback.
• Utilize a variety of online teaching tools and platforms to create an interactive and stimulating learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records of learner concerns, performance, and communication.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a cohesive and high-standard educational experience.
• Stay current with developments in technology and pedagogical best practices for online learning.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification and/or a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching the British International curriculum (iGCSE, A-Levels).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup.
• A creative and flexible approach to teaching in an online environment.

Required Skills

Curriculum and Subject Expertise

Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

• MS Office Suite: Proficiency in teaching word processing (including mail merge), database management (including relational databases), and spreadsheets (basic formulas).
• Web Authoring: Experience with WYSIWYG text editors (e.g., Brackets or Sublime Text) with a focus on HTML outcomes rather than intricate coding.
• Presentation: Skills in creating multimedia presentations, including the use of master slides.
• Graphics: Ability to teach basic graphic design principles, which can be accomplished using software like PowerPoint.

Computer Science (iGCSE)

• Programming: Strong programming skills in Python. Candidates with experience in Java or Delphi who can quickly learn Python will also be considered. No prior coding experience will be a significant disadvantage.
• Theory: A deep understanding of computer science theory, which is more in-depth than the ICT curriculum.

Information Technology (AS Level)

• Coding: Advanced proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, with a focus on coding rather than WYSIWYG programs.
• Database Management: A solid grasp of relational database concepts, including:
• Tables, records, and fields
• Primary, foreign, and composite keys
• Entities and entity relationship diagrams (ERDs)
• SQL: Experience in writing and executing SQL queries, including subqueries, table creation, data manipulation (insert, amend, delete), table linking (UNION, JOIN), and use of wildcards.
• Diagrams: Ability to create and interpret flowcharts and dataflow diagrams.

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Direct Reporting Line:

Head of School for Compute Sciences

Varsity College is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Varsity College, Pretoria Campus has a vacancy for a Lecturer: Computer Science.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lecturing

• Lecture on programmes (must lecture on an IIE qualification) across various modes of delivery where relevant
• Marking of assessments and feedback to students in subjects lectured. May be required to internally moderate assessments scripts that fall within their subject fields, where necessary across IIE sites of delivery

Lecturer Development and Support

• Assist in lecturer development and support processes and procedures. This may include conducting peer reviews, facilitating workshops and one-on-one consultations

Student Development & Support

• Championing/leading and managing academic development and support for a specific programme and its students
• Tracking student success and implementing support interventions where required

Research & Scholarship

• The incumbent is required to promote a culture of scholarship within their practice, discipline and campus/team and is also required to contribute towards The IIE's Varsity College achieving its annual research output targets

Competencies Required:

Technical:

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following:

• Programming & Frameworks: JavaScript (React, Angular, ) , Java, C# (.NET Core, MVC, Blazor).
• Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Mobile Development: Kotlin for Android development , React Native is advantageous.
• Databases: SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, Firebase.
• Project Management: Understanding of Agile or similar development methodologies, with practical use of project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project. Experience managing full software development lifecycles is a strong plus.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Honours Degree in Information Technology or a closely related field is required. A master's degree is strongly preferred.

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years' teaching experience in programming or software development is advantageous.
• Industry experience in roles such as software developer, AI/ML engineer, cloud solutions architect, or mobile app developer will be highly valued.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 -17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Lifelong learning opportunities through LinkedIn Learning subscriptions.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programs within our brand portfolio.
• Incentive bonus structure based on performance and achievement of goals.
• Provident fund contributions, including Death & Funeral Cover, to support your financial well-being and future planning.
• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day.
• Competitive annual leave allowance for well-deserved time off and rejuvenation.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSA are an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.