Rhiza Ventures has opened applications for its 2026 internship programme featuring opportunities in SEO, social media, fundraising, governance, agriculture, research, monitoring and evaluation, and business development. Applications are now open for graduates seeking hands-on experience from July 2026.
Rhiza Ventures 2026 Internship Applications for South African Graduates Now Open
Rhiza Ventures is creating exciting opportunities for young South African graduates through its 2026 internship programme, offering practical workplace experience across multiple departments ranging from digital marketing and fundraising to governance, agriculture, and monitoring and evaluation.
The organisation’s latest intake, scheduled to begin on 1 July 2026, is aimed at graduates who are eager to gain real-world experience while contributing to impactful community-driven programmes. With several internship opportunities now available, the programme is expected to attract graduates looking to build careers in development, communications, research, administration, and strategic partnerships.
The internships form part of Rhiza Ventures’ broader mission to empower communities through innovation, skills development, sustainable agriculture, and social impact initiatives. Successful applicants will work within dynamic teams while receiving exposure to operational systems, project coordination, digital strategy, stakeholder engagement, and organisational development.
Research & M&E Internship Opportunity
One of the standout opportunities in the programme is the Research and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Internship. The role is designed for graduates interested in data analysis, programme monitoring, and impact measurement within the development sector.
The selected intern will support the Impact Measurement and Management team with data collection, data capturing, reporting support, and basic analysis across several organisational programmes. This includes health-related services supported by clinic software systems and programme performance tracking tools.
The internship also provides exposure to the systems and processes organisations use to measure community impact, monitor service delivery, and improve programme effectiveness. Graduates interested in research, public health, statistics, social sciences, or monitoring and evaluation may find this role particularly valuable for gaining foundational industry experience.
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Partnership & Brand Ambassador Internship
Rhiza Ventures is also recruiting a Partnership and Brand Ambassador Intern who will help strengthen the organisation’s public image and engagement efforts across its six operating ventures.
The role focuses on brand visibility, stakeholder engagement, and partnership support. The intern will serve as a representative of the Rhiza Ventures brand while assisting with campaigns, communication initiatives, and relationship-building activities.
This opportunity is ideal for graduates who are passionate about marketing, communications, public relations, or stakeholder management and who want to develop skills in brand strategy and community engagement.
Agri Administration Assistant Internship
For graduates interested in agriculture and administration, the Agri Administration Assistant Internship offers practical exposure within small-scale vegetable production training farms.
The role combines operational support with administrative coordination to ensure that agricultural activities, training outcomes, and student-related information are accurately recorded and managed.
Interns will help bridge the gap between farm operations and administration while supporting data management, operational planning, and sustainability tracking. The position may particularly appeal to graduates with interests in agriculture, agribusiness, administration, or rural development.
Fundraising Associate Internship Opportunities
Rhiza Ventures is also offering two Fundraising Associate Internship positions focused on donor engagement and fundraising support.
Interns will work alongside the fundraising team to assist with identifying funding opportunities, researching potential donors, preparing communication materials, and supporting external engagement initiatives.
The organisation indicated that the role aims to give graduates practical experience in fundraising strategy, donor relations, proposal support, and community engagement while contributing to the growth of the organisation’s development initiatives.
Graduates interested in communications, nonprofit management, development studies, or public relations may benefit from the hands-on exposure offered through this internship.
Partnership & Business Development Internship
Another opportunity available is the Partnership and Business Development Internship, which focuses on strategic growth and relationship development across Rhiza Ventures’ operating divisions.
The selected intern will assist with identifying new business opportunities, conducting research, supporting proposal development, and coordinating stakeholder engagements. The role also offers insight into organisational growth strategy and commercial partnership management.
This internship may be well suited for graduates pursuing careers in business development, entrepreneurship, strategic management, or corporate partnerships.
Content & Social Media Internship
Digital media graduates and creative professionals are also being targeted through the Content and Social Media Internship programme.
The role involves supporting the marketing team with creating, scheduling, and managing engaging digital content across social media platforms and other communication channels.
Interns will gain practical exposure to brand storytelling, digital campaigns, content planning, and audience engagement while developing creative and communication skills in a professional environment.
This opportunity is expected to attract graduates interested in media, journalism, marketing, communications, or digital content creation.
SEO Internship for Digital Marketing Graduates
Rhiza Ventures is additionally offering a Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) Internship focused on digital visibility and website performance.
The SEO intern will support digital marketing activities through keyword research, content optimisation, technical website audits, and performance analysis using tools such as Google Analytics and SEMrush.
The role is designed for digitally savvy graduates who want to build careers in digital marketing, SEO strategy, website optimisation, and online analytics.
With digital marketing skills becoming increasingly important across industries, the internship offers valuable exposure to modern online marketing techniques and data-driven content strategies.
Governance & Group Secretariat Internship
The organisation is also recruiting a Governance and Group Secretariat Intern to support governance administration and coordination functions.
The selected intern will work closely with the Group Company Secretary and Governance Administrative Assistant while gaining exposure to corporate governance practices, board administration, compliance coordination, and secretariat responsibilities.
This internship presents a strong opportunity for graduates interested in governance, corporate administration, compliance, legal administration, or company secretariat functions.
Internship Programme Designed for Career Growth
Across all positions, Rhiza Ventures appears focused on providing graduates with practical workplace exposure, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute meaningfully to community and development-focused initiatives.
The internships are expected to help participants strengthen professional skills, improve workplace readiness, and gain industry-specific experience that can support long-term career growth.
With opportunities spanning digital marketing, agriculture, governance, fundraising, research, and business development, the programme reflects the growing demand for multidisciplinary talent within the social impact and development sector.
All internships are scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026.
Graduates interested in applying are encouraged to review the specific requirements and application details for their preferred internship opportunities through Rhiza Ventures’ official recruitment platforms.
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