New Clydesdale Colliery (NCC), located in Kriel, Mpumalanga, invites unemployed graduates to apply for its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme, offering an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and develop professional skills.
The programme is aimed at graduates who are looking for their first opportunity to enter the workplace and apply the knowledge gained through their studies. Successful candidates will be placed in a 24-month internship programme within one of five available disciplines.
New Clydesdale Colliery Graduate Internship Programme
Position Details
- Mining — NCC/Min/26
- Environmental — NCC/Env/26
- Human Resources — NCC/HR/26
- Safety — NCC/OHS/26
- Logistics Management — NCC/Log/26
Starting a career after completing tertiary education can be challenging, particularly for graduates who have limited or no workplace experience. Graduate internship programmes can provide an important bridge between academic studies and employment by allowing graduates to gain practical experience in a professional environment.
The New Clydesdale Colliery internship programme provides unemployed graduates with an opportunity to develop their skills while gaining exposure to workplace practices in the mining industry.
The internship opportunities are available at New Clydesdale Colliery (NCC) in Kriel, Mpumalanga and will run for 24 months.
Applicants interested in building experience in mining, environmental management, human resources, occupational health and safety, or logistics management are encouraged to consider the available opportunities.
Available Graduate Internship Opportunities
There are five internship disciplines available. Each discipline has a specific reference number that must be included in the email subject line when submitting an application.
1. Mining Graduate Internship
- Reference: NCC/Min/26
The Mining internship is suitable for graduates who have completed relevant studies in mining or a related field.
The opportunity can provide exposure to mining operations and workplace processes while allowing graduates to apply their academic knowledge in a practical environment.
Applicants interested in pursuing a career within the mining sector can use this internship as an opportunity to develop relevant workplace experience.
2. Environmental Graduate Internship
- Reference: NCC/Env/26
The Environmental internship is intended for graduates with relevant environmental qualifications.
Environmental management plays an important role within the mining industry, particularly in areas involving environmental compliance, monitoring, rehabilitation and responsible resource management.
This opportunity can assist graduates in gaining practical exposure to environmental activities within a mining operation.
3. Human Resources Graduate Internship
- Reference: NCC/HR/26
Graduates with relevant qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline can apply for the Human Resources internship.
The placement can provide valuable exposure to workplace administration and human resources processes, helping graduates understand how HR functions operate within an organisation.
This may be particularly useful for graduates seeking to establish careers in human resources administration and related fields.
4. Safety Graduate Internship
- Reference: NCC/OHS/26
The Safety internship is available to graduates with relevant qualifications in occupational health and safety or a related field.
Safety is a critical part of mining operations, where maintaining safe working conditions and following occupational health and safety requirements are essential.
The internship can provide graduates with practical exposure to safety-related activities within the mining environment.
5. Logistics Management Graduate Internship
- Reference: NCC/Log/26
Graduates who have completed relevant studies in Logistics Management or a related discipline can apply for the Logistics Management internship.
Logistics is an important function in mining operations, involving the movement, coordination and management of resources and materials.
This internship can help graduates gain practical experience and develop skills relevant to a career in logistics and supply chain-related environments.
Who Can Apply?
The internship programme is specifically aimed at unemployed graduates who meet the requirements of the opportunity.
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be an unemployed graduate.
- Must not have participated in an internship programme before.
- Must be medically fit.
- Must have a qualification relevant to the internship discipline being applied for.
- Must submit all required supporting documentation.
- Must use the correct internship reference number when submitting the application.
Applicants should ensure that the qualification listed on the CV corresponds with the discipline being applied for.
Documents Required
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Comprehensive CV.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Certified copy of ID.
- Proof of residence.
A comprehensive CV should clearly outline the applicant’s educational background, qualifications, relevant skills and any applicable experience.
Applicants should also ensure that copies of supporting documents are clear and readable before sending the application.
Missing documents may affect an application, so candidates are encouraged to check the application requirements carefully before submitting.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email to: [email protected]
Applicants must include the relevant internship reference number in the email subject line.
For example, a candidate applying for the Mining internship should use: Subject: NCC/Min/26
Candidates applying for the Environmental internship should use: Subject: NCC/Env/26
The same approach should be followed for the Human Resources, Safety and Logistics Management opportunities.
Applicants should attach the required documents to the email and ensure that the files are properly labelled and easy to identify.
It is also important to apply for the discipline that matches the applicant’s qualification and career interests.
Application Closing Date
The closing date for the New Clydesdale Colliery 2026 Graduate Internship Programme is: 15 October 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date rather than waiting until the final day.
Late applications may not be considered.
Important Information for Applicants
New Clydesdale Colliery has stated that no fees are charged for recruitment.
Job seekers should therefore be cautious of anyone requesting payment in exchange for an internship, interview, recruitment assistance or placement.
Applicants should only use the specified email address when submitting their applications and should avoid providing money or banking details to individuals claiming to represent the recruitment process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Being shortlisted does not necessarily guarantee selection, and applicants should ensure that all information provided in the application is accurate.
Why Graduate Internships Matter
For graduates entering the job market, obtaining the first opportunity can be one of the biggest challenges. Many entry-level positions request previous workplace experience, creating a difficult situation for candidates who have recently completed their studies.
A structured internship can help address this challenge by giving graduates an opportunity to gain practical exposure while developing professional skills.
The NCC programme offers a 24-month placement, giving successful candidates an extended period in which to gain workplace experience and understand the expectations of a professional environment.
The experience gained during an internship can also strengthen a graduate’s CV when applying for future employment opportunities.
Graduates can develop skills such as communication, teamwork, professional conduct, problem-solving, administration, workplace safety awareness and industry-specific knowledge.
How to Prepare a Strong Application
Candidates should take time to prepare their applications before sending them.
A professional CV should be updated with the applicant’s latest qualification and should clearly indicate the field of study. Where applicable, relevant projects, academic achievements, computer skills, technical skills and other relevant competencies can also be included.
Applicants should check that their personal contact details are correct. A valid telephone number and professional email address should be included so that recruiters can contact the candidate if shortlisted.
Supporting documents should be certified where required, and the applicant should confirm that all requested documents have been attached before sending the email.
The correct internship reference number should also be included in the subject line.
Finally, applicants should proofread the email and attachments to ensure that there are no obvious errors or missing information.
Available Disciplines
- Mining — NCC/Min/26
- Environmental — NCC/Env/26
- Human Resources — NCC/HR/26
- Safety — NCC/OHS/26
- Logistics Management — NCC/Log/26
Required Documents
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copy of qualification
- Certified copy of ID
- Proof of residence
Remember to include the relevant internship reference number in the email subject line.
Closing Date: 15 October 2026
NCC does not charge any fees for recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Graduates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date and share the opportunity with other unemployed graduates who may qualify.