2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

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2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

Discover Graduate

This is a permanent employment opportunity underpinned by 2 years of skills training programme that is specifically designed for 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 opportunities to apply for more stretch assignments locally and internationally outside of your comfort zone to build your expertise and leadership capability.

Programme Requirements

Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
Must be 26 years old or younger.
South African Citizen by Birth/Naturalizations, 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

2026 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes

Internship

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.

This programme is our pipeline into Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme or transition into permanent roles as opportunities arise. 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.

The Vodacom Internship Programme aims to build a pipeline of skilled talent for the company’s core business areas while offering qualified, unemployed graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop key competencies in a fast-evolving digital, technical and telecommunication environment.

Programme Requirements

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 &
- Information Systems/Information Technology

They’re looking for someone who stands out in these areas!