Young creatives and professionals are invited to apply for exciting opportunities in media, administration, design and business support
Are you a young graduate looking to gain valuable workplace experience and build a career in the media and creative industries?
Ol Afrika Media Foundation is offering a range of internship opportunities at its Durban branch, creating an opportunity for talented and motivated young people to gain practical experience while developing their professional skills.
The opportunities are aimed at unemployed young graduates between the ages of 20 and 33 who are based in Durban and meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.
Internship opportunities available
Ol Afrika Media Foundation is seeking candidates for the following positions:
- Office Administrator & PA to CEO
- Grant Researcher & Proposal Writer
- Videographer, Photographer & Editor
- Graphic Designer & Web Developer
These opportunities offer candidates the chance to apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment while gaining practical exposure to areas including administration, communications, fundraising, digital media, photography, videography, graphic design and web development.
Who can apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be between 20 and 33 years old
- Be unemployed
- Be strictly based in Durban
- Must not have previously participated in a YES or SERVICES SETA programme
- Must have graduated and be able to provide their qualification certificate
- Hold an NQF Level 5 qualification, diploma or degree in a relevant field
Relevant qualifications include:
- Management Assistant
- Office Administration
- BCom Law
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Film & TV
- Multimedia
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Or another related qualification
Don’t miss the opportunity
For young graduates trying to break into South Africa’s growing media and creative economy, opportunities to gain practical experience can be an important stepping stone towards long-term career development.
If you meet the requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, prepare your CV and qualification certificates and submit your application before the closing date.
📅 Closing date: 11 September 2026
📧 Applications: hr@olafrika.co.za
📞 Enquiries: (031) 024-1794 / 071 703 2375
Please note: Applicants should carefully review the eligibility requirements before submitting their applications.


Hi, I’m a Durban-based creative professional with skills in videography, photography, editing, and color grading. I also do graphic design, web development, and I’m comfortable with admin and personal assistant tasks. I’m eager to contribute through the internship an- and grow with a creative team. Thank you for the opportunity.