SACAA ICT Internships 2025

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ABOUT SACAA ICT

The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is an agency of the Department of Transport (DoT), established on 01 October 1998, following the enactment of the now repealed South African Civil Aviation Authority Act, 1998 (Act No. 40 of 1998). This Act was replaced by the Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009), which came into effect on 31 March 2010.

South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) invites unemployed graduates to apply for ICT Internship Programme 2025.

Internship Application Closing Date: 17 February 2025

Internship Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)? The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) is offering an exciting 12-month ICT Internship Programme based in Midrand. If you’re passionate about database administration, application support, or IT support, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career.

Internship Details

Position: ICT Internship
Duration: 12 Months
Reference Number: SA-308

Available Internship Areas & Key Responsibilities

1. Database Administration (x2 positions)

Troubleshoot database issues under supervision.
Monitor and maintain database performance.
Develop scripts to automate routine database tasks.
Generate reports from databases as required.
Collaborate with the Database Systems Engineer and IT teams.
Apply database management principles in real-world scenarios.

2. Application Support (x1 position)

Respond to and resolve application-related issues via the helpdesk system.
Diagnose problems and escalate complex issues to specialists.
Ensure timely updates and communication with users.
Monitor application performance and availability.
Assist users with application functionality and troubleshooting.
Provide training and documentation for effective application use.
Assist with deploying new application versions and updates.
Ensure data consistency and integrity within applications.

3. IT Support

Provide basic IT support, including network assistance and user support.
Participate in learning and documentation efforts.

Requirements

Education:

Diploma or Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

Basic understanding of relational databases (e.g., MS SQL).
Knowledge of SQL queries and database operations.
Familiarity with database management tools (e.g., SQL Server Management Studio – SSMS).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Awareness of cloud database environments (e.g., Azure).

Additional Information

All SACAA appointments are subject to Section 98 of the Civil Aviation Act, 13 of 2009, and successful candidates will undergo security vetting.
Employment Equity candidates will be prioritized in alignment with the Employment Equity Plan.
If you do not receive feedback within 90 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date. Ensure that all required documents are included in your application.

Click here to apply online for South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) ICT Internship 2025