The Gap Year has become an integral part of many young people’s post-school / pre-university experience. Many students are making use of international intern programmes to gain experience in work, language and life.
South Africa is one of the most popular destinations of choice in this regard and there are many voluntary intern programmes run all over the country, by Universities, Non-Profit organizations and Human Resource departments in various business sectors.
Between Cape Town and the nearby town of Stellenbosch, another popular destination for interns, there are 3 universities and 12 Technicons, plus a number of international companies offering foreign students internships across a wide range of fields.
With Cape Town’s beaches, nightlife and mountains and Stellenbosch’s old world charm blended with modern student life, set among stunning South African wine farms, the region’s increasing popularity among young foreigners is unsurprising.
Many non-English speakers incorporate Language School courses (of which Cape Town has many) into their time in the country.
Planning a Gap Year internship should be done meticulously and with the assistance of a company which specializes in placements.
For further free, very informative information on internships in South Africa visit this website: www.capeintern.com
We organise your internship for you www.magister.co.za
For a temporary stay abroad for gaining work experience, educational purposes or language improvement, a gap year in South Africa can provide a great launching pad for a successful professional career.
Visa information for students and interns in South Africa
As a foreign intern coming to South Africa you are required to have a visa.
Because the legislation varies depending on your country of origin, and due to the fact that local requirements are subjected to changes at various times, we recommend that all potential applicants contact the consular or embassy of South Africa in their respective town or country.
Be sure to put your application forward well in advance to avoid unforeseen delays
Please find below the South African embassy contacts in selected countries.
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