Road Accident Fund Internships 2026: Gain Experience in Law and HR

Road Accident Fund (RAF) Internships 2026: Law and Human Resources Opportunities

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is offering exciting internship opportunities for unemployed graduates in 2026. These 18-month programmes are designed to provide valuable work experience in fields like Litigation and Mediation, Adjudication Backlog, and People Management. This is a chance for young South Africans to gain practical skills and kick-start their careers.

Application Closing Date: 12 August 2026 (Litigation and Mediation); Not specified (People Management)
Location: Pretoria, Polokwane, Thohoyandou, and East London, South Africa
Programme Duration: 18 months
Stipend: R96,000 (Annual or total programme value to be confirmed)
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts in Law, Bachelor of Commerce in Law, NQF-level degree, Advanced Diploma, or Degree in Human Resources.
Opportunity Type: Internship

About the Road Accident Fund (RAF) Internships

The RAF is providing work-based learning opportunities for graduates who have not previously completed an internship in a relevant field. These internships aim to equip young graduates with practical experience in legal services, claims administration, and people management. The programme duration is 18 months, offering a structured environment for learning and development.

The advertised opportunities include:

• Litigation and Mediation (3 posts)
• Adjudication Backlog (2 posts)
• People Management (1 post)

About the Road Accident Fund (RAF)

The Road Accident Fund is a public entity that provides compulsory social cover to all users of South African roads. It compensates victims of road accidents for injuries sustained and death resulting from accidents. The RAF plays a crucial role in supporting road accident victims and their families.

Available Internship Opportunities

The RAF is offering internships in the following areas:

• Litigation and Mediation: Focuses on legal administration, drafting legal documents, and assisting with court proceedings.
• Adjudication Backlog: Involves processing claims, communicating with service providers, and general office administration related to claims.
• People Management: Covers aspects of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, and HR reporting.

What the Internships Offer

Successful interns can expect to gain significant benefits, including:

• Valuable workplace experience in their chosen field.
• Structured training and exposure to industry practices.
• A monthly stipend to support them during the programme.
• Development of practical skills and professional conduct.
• Potential exposure to continuous professional development programmes.
• An opportunity to build a foundation for a career in public service or the legal sector.

Programme Duration and Location

All advertised internships have a duration of 18 months. The locations for these internships are spread across South Africa:

• Litigation and Mediation: Pretoria, Polokwane, and Thohoyandou.
• Adjudication Backlog: East London, Eastern Cape.
• People Management: East London, Eastern Cape.

Minimum Requirements

To be eligible for these RAF internships, applicants must meet the following general criteria:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Be between 18 and 25 years old.
• Be unemployed.
• Have not previously worked or completed an internship in the relevant field.
• Hold the required qualification for the specific internship.
• Submit a certified Grade 12 certificate.
• Submit a certified copy of your South African identity document.
• Submit a certified complete academic transcript.
• Be available for the full 18-month programme.

Specific Qualification Requirements:

• Litigation and Mediation: Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts in Law, or Bachelor of Commerce in Law.
• Adjudication Backlog: Advanced Diploma in Law or a bachelor’s degree in Law.
• People Management: A relevant NQF-level degree, Advanced Diploma, Degree in Human Resources, or an equivalent relevant Human Resource qualification.

Competencies Required

Successful applicants should demonstrate a range of skills and personal qualities, including:

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Self-motivation and initiative.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Professional conduct and a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Interpersonal skills for working with diverse individuals.

Who Should Apply?

These internships are ideal for unemployed South African graduates aged 18 to 25 who are eager to gain practical experience in legal services, claims administration, or human resources. If you are looking to build a career within a government entity and are committed to learning and contributing, this opportunity is for you. Applicants must be ready to commit to the full 18-month programme.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents for their application:

• A certified copy of your Grade 12 or Matric certificate.
• Certified copies of your relevant qualification(s).
• A certified copy of your South African identity document.
• A certified complete academic transcript.
• A short Curriculum Vitae (CV), not exceeding three pages.
• A motivational letter, not exceeding three pages.

Applications submitted without an academic transcript will not be considered. The CV and motivational letter combined should not exceed three pages.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official Road Accident Fund e-recruitment platform.

Click here to apply for Road Accident Fund Internships 2026

When applying, ensure you select the correct position, reference number, and location:

• Litigation and Mediation: Reference number 6652, Locations: Pretoria, Polokwane, or Thohoyandou.
• People Management: Reference number 6745, Location: East London.

Applicants may apply for a maximum of three internship positions, submitting a separate application for each.

Important Notes

• Only the first 100 applications for each internship may be considered. Apply as early as possible.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard back within six weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
• The RAF may conduct security vetting, including verification of identity, qualifications, and previous employment or internship history.
• Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA.

Closing Date

The closing date for the Litigation and Mediation internships is 12 August 2026.

The closing date for the Adjudication Backlog internships was 19 May 2026, and this opportunity is now closed.

The closing date for the People Management internship was not specified. Applicants are encouraged to check the RAF careers portal for updates and apply promptly if the position is still active.

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