Lesaka Internship Programme 2026 - Merchant Division at Lesaka Technologies

Job Description

• Launch Your Career with the Lesaka Technologies Internship Programme!
• 12-month paid internship | Locations: Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg
• Are you a recent graduate eager to make a meaningful impact in the fintech industry? The Lesaka Technologies Internship Programme offers you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and skills development in a leading South African fintech company.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in a leading fintech company
• Mentorship: Receive guidance from industry experts and seasoned professionals
• Skill Development: Participate in workshops to enhance both technical and soft skills
• Career Advancement: Improve your employability and career prospects in the fintech sector
• Impactful Work: Contribute to initiatives that promote financial inclusion and empower communities

Who Should Apply?

We are seeking passionate, driven, and committed young individuals who are eager to learn and grow. Ideal candidates should:

• Be South African citizens aged 18–29
• Be recent graduates with a minimum of a National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree
• Be currently unemployed and not studying full-time during the programme
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute

Fields of Study

We welcome applications from graduates in the following fields:

• IT (Technical)
• Business Admin / Management 
• Fraud & Risk
• Accounting or have had credit, mathematics or reconciliations modules will be advantageous

What You’ll Do

As an intern, you will be placed in a structured role with responsibilities that may include:

• Assisting teams with day-to-day operations and projects
• Supporting customer service, administrative, research, or technical tasks
• Participating in training and development workshops
• Contributing ideas to improve processes or services
• Gaining exposure to key areas of the business
• You will also benefit from regular feedback, coaching sessions, and the opportunity to shadow experienced professionals.

Closing Date 02 March 2026