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Deadline: August 31, 2025
The Vodacom Early Careers Programmes 2026 are now open for applications! Designed for young African graduates and students, the programmes include both the Discover Graduate Programme and the Vodacom Internship Programme. These Vodacom Early Careers Programmes 2026 initiatives offer a unique entry point into one of Africa’s leading digital and telecommunications companies.
Vodacom 2026 Discover Graduate Programme
This is a permanent employment opportunity underpinned by 2 years of skills training programme that is specifically designed for the development of future leaders.
The applicants need to have completed at least their under graduate degree or degree equivalent by the end of 2025. Start date on the programme is 1st February 2026.
The Programme offers graduates a full rounded experience of our business including mentorship and coaching, and on the job training, all whilst earning a full salary and enjoying all the benefits of a full time employee. At the end of the 2 years you will transition into a destination role within the organization. Following successful completion of your graduate programme, there will be opportunities to apply for more stretch assignments locally and internationally outside of your comfort zone to build your expertise and leadership capability.
The Vodacom Internship programme 2026
The Vodacom Internship programme is a 12 month fixed term contract which provides workplace experience underpinned by a carefully designed training programme. It allows one to gain valuable work experience, explore career paths, networking with professionals in the field, while earning an income.
The applicants need to have completed at least their undergraduate degree or degree equivalent by the end of 2025. Start dates are 1 February and 1 March 2026.
Benefits
Participants in the Vodacom Early Careers Programmes will receive:
- Full-time graduate or internship placement at Vodacom
- Structured training and mentorship programs
- Career development opportunities and leadership exposure
- Experience in Africa’s leading telecommunications and tech environment
- Competitive salary and benefits (for Discover graduates)
Graduates may also be placed in Vodacom Group subsidiaries across Africa, allowing for cross-border learning.
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Eligibility Criteria
Criteria for Vodacom 2026 Discover Graduate Programme
- Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
- Must be 26 years old or younger.
- South African Citizen by Birth/Naturalisation, or permanent resident. However, citizens of DRC, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Egypt and Tanzania are encouraged to apply for consideration in those markets.
- Must have obtained a minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
- Must have a minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7).
- A 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered in the following areas only:
- Electrical / Electronic Engineering
- Computer Software Engineering and
- Information Systems/Information Technology
Criteria for The Vodacom Internship programme 2026
- South African Citizen by Birth
- Must have 0-1 year working experience post studies.
- Must be 26 years old or younger.
- Must have obtained a minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
- Must have a minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification
(NQF 7). - A 3 year National Diploma (NQF 6) will be considered in the following areas only:
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Computer Software Engineering and
- Information Systems/Information Technology
Application Process and Documents Required
Application Steps for Vodacom 2026 Discover Graduate Programme
Notes:
- there will be no questionnaires to complete as with previous years. Step by step process as follows:
- Screening questions to be added to the application (separate document)
Step 1
Before you can apply for a position, please ensure that you meet all of the above criteria.
Step 2
Once you have fulfilled step one, please click on the “Apply Now” button to register and apply.
Step 3
Once you’ve registered and applied, we’ll email you confirmation of receipt
Application Steps for The Vodacom Internship programme 2026
Step 1
Before you can apply for a position, please ensure that you meet all of the above criteria.
Step 2
Once you have fulfilled step one, please click on the “Apply Now” button to register and apply.
Step 3
Once you’ve registered and applied, we’ll email you confirmation of receipt.
Deadline: Submit your application by 31st August 2025.
To Apply Now for the Vodacom 2026 Discover Graduate Programme: Click here
To Apply Now for the Vodacom Internship programme: Click here
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