Wind Industry Internship Programme (WIIP) 2027 – South Africa | 12-Month Graduate Internships | Applications Open
Organisation: South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA)
Programme: Wind Industry Internship Programme (WIIP) 2027
Funding Partner: Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA)
Location: South Africa – Placements with Participating Host Companies
Industry: Renewable Energy and Wind Power
Programme Type: Graduate Internship
Duration: 12 Months
Closing Date: Open Until Filled – No Closing Date Specified
Overview
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) is inviting applications for its 2027 Wind Industry Internship Programme (WIIP), funded by EWSETA.
This 12-month internship programme provides graduates with practical workplace experience in South Africa’s growing renewable energy sector.
Successful applicants will be placed with participating organisations across the wind energy industry, where they will gain professional skills, industry knowledge and valuable workplace exposure.
The programme aims to help graduates transition from academic studies into employment while supporting skills development and transformation within the renewable energy sector.
Available Internship Fields
Opportunities are available across various professional and technical disciplines, including:
Engineering and Technical Fields
- Engineering.
- Power and Energy.
- Infrastructure and Industrialisation.
- Information Technology.
- Environmental Sciences.
- Town Planning.
Business, Finance and Administration
- Finance.
- Procurement and General Services.
- Human Resources and Corporate Services.
- Governance and Knowledge Management.
- Economic Development and Statistics.
Communication and Social Sciences
- Communication and External Relations.
- Public Relations.
- Social Sciences.
- Gender Studies.
- Language Services.
- Law.
Climate and Sustainability
- Climate and Green Growth.
- Environmental Management.
- Economic Development.
The programme may offer additional opportunities depending on participating host companies.
Key Responsibilities
Specific duties will depend on the host organisation and internship placement.
Interns may be expected to:
– Participate in structured workplace training and development.
– Assist with departmental projects and daily operational activities.
– Apply academic knowledge to practical workplace assignments.
– Support research, reporting and administrative tasks relevant to their field.
– Collaborate with experienced industry professionals.
– Develop technical, professional and interpersonal skills.
– Follow workplace policies and assigned responsibilities.
Minimum Entry Requirements
The programme is designed for graduates interested in gaining workplace experience within the wind energy sector.
Applicants should:
- Have completed a qualification relevant to an available internship field.
- Be interested in renewable energy and professional development.
- Be willing to participate in a 12-month workplace placement.
- Demonstrate commitment to learning and developing industry-related skills.
Important: The supplied announcement does not specify compulsory qualification levels, age limits, citizenship requirements or previous work experience criteria.
Applicants should confirm the detailed eligibility requirements through the official WIIP application process.
Required Skills and Competencies
Suitable candidates should demonstrate:
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt.
- Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Professionalism and responsibility.
- Good organisational skills.
- Interest in renewable energy and sustainability.
Internship Benefits
The programme offers:
- 12 months of practical workplace experience.
- Placement with organisations operating in the renewable energy sector.
- Opportunities to develop industry-relevant skills.
- Exposure to experienced professionals.
- Professional networking and career development opportunities.
Stipend: Not specified in the supplied announcement.
Placement Locations: Determined by participating host organisations.
Programme Achievements
Since its launch, the Wind Industry Internship Programme has recorded:
- 3,200+ applications received.
- 122 interns placed across the industry.
- 48 host companies participating.
- 36 interns securing permanent employment after completing the programme.
These figures reflect previous programme outcomes and do not guarantee employment after the 2027 internship.
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