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Road Accident Fund (RAF) Internship: Claims x11 – 18-Month Internship Programme

The (RAF) is inviting applications from unemployed young graduates for 11 Claims Department Internship opportunities in Cape Town, Western Cape.

This internship programme provides graduates with an opportunity to gain practical, work-based experience in claims assessment, legal administration and related claims processes.

Job Details

Position: Internship: Claims x11
Reference Number: 6753
Division: 3300
Company: Road Accident Fund (RAF)
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Employment Type: Internship
Duration: 18 months
Age Requirement: 18–25 years
Stipend: R96,000 total job-posting salary
Closing Date: 13 September 2026
Disability Target: No

Internship Opportunities Available

The 11 internship positions are distributed across the following departments:

Adjudication Department: 2 positions
Legal Administration Department: 3 positions
Onboarding Department: 3 positions
Merits Department: 1 position
Offer Management Department: 2 positions

Purpose of the Internship

The RAF is committed to youth skills development and provides graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work-based experience.

Successful interns will be exposed to various aspects of claims management and legal processes within the Road Accident Fund.

The programme is intended for unemployed graduates between the ages of 18 and 25 who meet the qualification and eligibility requirements.

A verification process will be conducted to determine whether applicants have previously worked anywhere in South Africa.

Key Work-Based Learning Areas

Depending on the department, interns may receive exposure to:

Assessment and management of claims
Preparing memorandums and summaries
Checking correspondence
Investigating claims relating to civil and other damages
Drafting pleadings, applications and court processes
Assessing damages in civil matters
Assessing injuries and reviewing medico-legal reports
Reviewing quantum-related documentation and employment records
Taking instructions from superiors
Preparing files following instructions
Communicating with counsel, attorneys, experts, investigators and other stakeholders
Consulting with attorneys
Preparing memorandums relating to the management of claims and legal processes
Managing court processes, including summonses and writs
Performing administrative duties related to legal processes
Negotiating with attorneys regarding bills of costs
Implementing directives and policies
Preparing reconciliations for attorneys
Gaining an understanding of legal costs within the RAF
Performing ad hoc duties and assigned tasks

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants must have:

Grade 12 / Matric certificate
A B Degree in LLB, BA Law or Diploma in Law
Certified copy of ID
Certified copy of academic transcript
Updated CV
Motivational letter

All required documents must be submitted with the application.

Competencies Required

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Good written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Willingness and potential to learn
Self-motivation
Basic computer skills
Ability to prioritise tasks
Ability to work effectively within a team
Ability to meet deadlines

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

Be between 18 and 25 years old
Be unemployed
Have never been employed previously, according to the advert’s eligibility criteria
Have never previously participated in an internship programme related to their qualification
Hold a qualification that matches the requirements of the advertisement
Submit all required supporting documentation
Only the first 100 CVs received will be considered

Applicants who previously served as interns and fail to disclose this information may be disqualified if it is discovered during the verification process.

Required Application Documents

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

[ ] Motivational letter
[ ] Certified copy of ID
[ ] Certified copy of Matric certificate
[ ] Certified copy of academic transcript
[ ] Updated CV

Remuneration

Interns will receive a monthly stipend for the duration of the internship programme.

Important Application Information

Applications must be submitted through the RAF website/e-recruitment platform.

No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all required documents are attached before submitting their applications.

Employment Equity and Screening

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity, and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Security vetting will be conducted on prospective employees.

Applicants who have not received correspondence from the RAF within six weeks after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Candidates with foreign qualifications are responsible for having their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and providing proof of the evaluation.

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified applicants should apply through the Road Accident Fund’s official e-recruitment platform before the closing date.

Closing Date: 13 September 2026

Reference Number: 6753

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape

Important Notice

The closing date stated in the supplied vacancy is 13 May 2026. Because that date has already passed, applicants should verify on the RAF’s official careers/e-recruitment platform whether the vacancy has been extended, reposted or replaced before attempting to apply.

Please note: The R96,000 figure is listed in the supplied advert as the “Job Posting Salary”; the advert separately states that interns will receive a monthly stipend.

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Road Accident Fund (RAF) Internship: Claims x11