Services SETA PowerX² Internships 2026
Good news for unemployed graduates! The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) has opened applications for the PowerX² Internship Programme 2026.
This is one of the biggest graduate programmes in South Africa – 20,000 internships across all 9 provinces, with a 24-month contract, monthly stipend and a laptop to help you work.
If you have a Diploma or Degree and you are unemployed, you must apply now.
Quick Details
- Programme: Services SETA PowerX² Internships 2026
- Number of Positions: 20,000
- Duration: 24 Months
- Stipend: Monthly stipend (paid)
- Extra Benefit: Laptop provided
- Location: All 9 Provinces – Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Free State, North West, Northern Cape
- Closing Date: No closing date – Registration stays OPEN for matching
- Who Can Apply: Unemployed South African graduates
What Is PowerX²?
PowerX² is a Services SETA work-integrated learning programme that places unemployed graduates with employers for 24 months.
You don’t just get work experience – you get:
- Real workplace experience in your field
- A monthly stipend to cover transport and food
- A laptop to do your work
- A better CV to get a permanent job after
The programme covers many fields including Business Administration, HR, Finance, Marketing, IT, Public Management, and more.
Who Can Apply? Requirements
To qualify for Services SETA PowerX² Internships 2026, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be currently unemployed
- Have a completed qualification – National Diploma, Degree, or N6
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have a valid ID and SARS Tax Number
- Be willing to work anywhere in your province
- Not have participated in a SETA internship before
You do NOT need work experience to apply. This programme is made for graduates with no experience.
What Documents Do You Need?
Have these ready as clear PDFs before you apply:
- Certified copy of your ID (not older than 3 months)
- Certified copy of your qualification / Matric certificate
- Updated CV (2 pages max)
- Proof of address
- SARS Tax Number letter
- Proof of banking details
Make sure your files are under 8MB each, otherwise the system will reject them.
How To Apply For Services SETA PowerX² Internships 2026
Follow these steps carefully:
Step 1: Go to the official Services SETA website – http://serviceseta.org.za
Step 2: Click on PowerX² or Internship Registration
Step 3: Create your profile with your email and ID number
Step 4: Check your email within 48 hours – your password link will expire
Step 5: Complete your profile – upload all documents
Step 6: Submit and wait for matching
Important: Registration does NOT mean you are placed immediately. Services SETA will match you to an employer when a position opens in your area. Keep checking your email and SMS.
How To Increase Your Chances
- Register with the same email and phone number you always use – if you change it, they can’t find you
- Upload a professional CV – no spelling mistakes
- Choose 3 fields you are qualified for, not 10
- Apply early – the first 20,000 get matched first
SCAM WARNING – Read This
Services SETA applications are 100% FREE.
If anyone on WhatsApp, Facebook or TikTok asks you to pay R200, R500 or R1,000 for “PowerX² placement” – it is a SCAM. Do not pay. Only apply on the official Services SETA website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How much is the PowerX² stipend?
The stipend amount depends on your qualification and employer. Services SETA will confirm the amount in your placement letter. It is a monthly paid stipend for 24 months.
2. Do I get a laptop?
Yes. Successful interns receive a laptop to assist with work during the programme.
3. I have Grade 12 only, can I apply?
No. PowerX² is for graduates with a Diploma or Degree. If you only have Grade 12, apply for Services SETA Learnerships instead.
4. How long does matching take?
It can take a few weeks to a few months. It depends on employers in your province. Keep your phone on.
5. Can I apply if I live in Vereeniging / Gauteng?
Yes. PowerX² is available in all 9 provinces including Gauteng, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Enquiries: Visit http://serviceseta.org.za for official information.
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About the Author
Karabo Ntswaki
Karabo Ntswaki is the author and publisher behind CareersPath.org and CareersFocus. Through these platforms, Karabo shares information about job opportunities, learnerships, internships, bursaries and career development in South Africa.
The aim is to help students, graduates and job seekers access reliable information, understand application requirements and explore opportunities that can support their career journeys.