Are you up for a journalistic challenge with an accessible, fun news website and agency?

Applications for the explain.co.za 2024/5 internship cohort are now open, offering strong mentorship from industry leaders. 

Deadline: 7 August 2024 (note: It has been changed to earlier than originally advertised – apply now!)

As the name hints, at explain.co.za, we’re passionate about helping people understand the news. We create solutions-focused journalism that inspires hope and action with easy-to-understand context and analysis.

explain.co.za launched in 2020 to acclaim, winning accolades early on.

Our previous three internship programmes have been a success, with many of our interns (some pictured above) going on to top opportunities following their time with explain. As one put it: 

“One of the highlights of my internship was having the exposure and understanding of the importance of journalism and more. I appreciate the opportunities for professional and personal growth awarded by the company. It has been a privilege to have been part of such a supportive team.”

Lesego Chepape

One of the 2023/24 cohort has been hired permanently by the company following their internships.

Intern roles:

  1. Writing across platforms: for our news website and agency clients. Our senior staff, including award-winning editors Verashni Pillay and Sipho Hlongwane, will help you improve your writing through close editing and mentoring.
  2. Assisting with distributing content across social media platforms, websites and social media.
  3. Assisting with social media and audience growth strategy and execution: Training will be provided.

Working from our offices in Johannesburg for the internship would be preferable, but we are open to remote working if needed. The internship runs for a year, but shorter versions are also available.

For those who perform well in this internship cohort, there is a strong possibility of permanent employment. You will attend multiple trainings, which we run frequently internally and with partner organisations.

You will receive a generous monthly stipend and get to work in a close-knit team with daily mentoring and coaching. You will grow your skills across various projects, stretching your creative muscle while getting direction and feedback. You will also get the opportunity to create a portfolio for yourself. We have a flexible work environment, with select work days in the office, and we encourage you to take initiative and build your experience while offering regular advice and feedback. 

To apply, go here and fill out the form.