Unemployed graduates in Journalism and Media Studies, Science or Technology or relevant equivalent between 18 and 35 years old are invited to apply for a two-year Science Journalism Internship opportunity in South Africa at the SABC.
The South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement, a business unit of the National Research Foundation, in collaboration with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), South African National Editor’s Forum (SANEF) and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) are launching this great initiative in 2022. The SABC will select and place successful applicants at SABC newsrooms across the country to produce science, technology and innovation stories for broadcasts and online media.
There is no salary, but a monthly stipend will be paid as illustrated below:
National Diploma NQF Level 6 (R 5 740),
Bachelor’s Degree / B.Tech NQF Level 7 (R 6,375),
Honours NQF Level 8 (R 7,055),
Master’s NQF Level 9 (R 8,375).
Requirements to qualify for the Science Journalism internship at the SABC:
- Minimum requirement National Diploma (NQF 6 / NQF 7 / NQF 8) in Journalism and Media Studies, Science or Technology or relevant equivalent qualifications.
- Ability to write, read and translate into one or more indigenous languages.
- Ability to cover news in multiple formats.
- Full Computer literacy, Zoom, Teams etc.
- Good photographic sense and a sharp eye for detail.
- Physical fitness to carry equipment and manage it.
- Self-motivation and ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Writing/radio and television skills.
- Fifteen (15) positions are available in all provinces – Specify your preferred province – Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal.
Required Documents from interested youth:
- Certified copy of their qualifications
- A motivational letter
- Detailed CV
All these should be sent to internship@saasta.ac.za
The due date for applications is 30 December 2022
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