South African National Seed Organization: Internship Programme 2026 ·Unknown

Seed Certification Internship Opportunity at South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR)

The South African National Seed Organization is inviting applications from qualified and motivated graduates for its Seed Certification Internship Programme 2026.

Job Title: Seed Certification Intern
Organization: South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR)
Location: Lynnwood, Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: 15 July 2026
Contract Type: Temporary Contract (1 August 2026 – 31 July 2027)
Salary: To Be Discussed During Offer Stage

This opportunity is designed for ambitious agricultural science graduates seeking hands-on experience within South Africa’s dynamic seed industry while contributing to national agricultural development.

SANSOR is a well-established industry organization representing the seed sector both nationally and internationally. The organization also administers the South African Seed Certification Scheme on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture.

The internship will run on a 12-month temporary contract from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027 and will be primarily office-based in Pretoria, with local and extensive travel requirements.

About The Organization

South African National Seed Organization serves as the leading representative body for South Africa’s seed industry.

The organization protects and advances the interests of the seed trade while ensuring compliance with seed certification regulations that support agricultural quality and sustainability.

The internship offers successful candidates direct exposure to industry operations, regulatory compliance, seed certification systems, and agricultural sector administration.

Key Responsibilities

The selected intern will support the organization in a wide range of technical and administrative functions, including:

Secretariat and Administrative Duties

• Managing secretarial functions for meetings
• Preparing meeting agendas
• Recording meeting minutes
• Following up on action points arising from meetings

Seed Certification Administration

• Supporting execution of the South African Seed Certification Scheme
• Conducting administrative and field monitoring activities
• Managing certification documentation and compliance records

Technical and Industry Support

• Performing technical and administrative duties related to seed industry matters
• Advising members regarding legislation affecting the seed trade
• Assisting with other operational functions within SANSOR

Candidate Profile

SANSOR is looking for a highly motivated graduate who meets the following requirements:

Educational Requirements

Applicants must possess a minimum four-year qualification in Agricultural Sciences with strong knowledge in:

• Seed Science
• Botany
• Crop Production
• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• Seed Legislation

Experience Requirements

• Relevant working experience in agriculture or seed trade is advantageous
• Previous study years will not be counted as work experience

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is essential
• Afrikaans proficiency will be an added advantage

Additional Requirements

Candidates must:

• Possess excellent writing and communication skills
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal abilities
• Be confident when speaking publicly
• Provide a minimum of four professional references

• Have advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database systems
• Be willing to travel extensively
• Hold a valid Code B driver’s license
• Have no criminal record
• Be a natural-born South African citizen
• Be currently based in Pretoria

Required Skills and Competencies

The successful applicant should demonstrate:

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent decision-making and sound judgment
• Capacity to multitask under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Professional communication skills when interacting with clients
• High attention to detail and analytical thinking abilities
• Strong record-keeping and database management skills
• Administrative skills including minute taking and documentation management

Personal Attributes

Ideal candidates should be:

• Self-motivated
• Highly driven
• Innovative
• Strong team players
• Passionate about South African agriculture
• Effective problem-solvers
• Comfortable handling multiple tasks simultaneously

Internship Benefits

Successful candidates will gain:

• Practical experience in South Africa’s seed industry
• Exposure to agricultural regulatory systems and seed certification frameworks
• Technical and administrative training within a national agricultural organization
• Professional networking opportunities within the agriculture and seed trade sector
• Industry experience that strengthens long-term career prospects in agriculture

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit applications before the closing date, 15 July 2026.

Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Full Curriculum Vitae (CV) including current notice period
• Cover Letter
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document
• Certified copy of Driver’s License
• Certified copies of Qualification Certificates

How To Apply

Applications should be sent to:

Email: cert.technician@sansor.co.za
Subject Line: Certification Intern Application 2026

Important Recruitment Information

All shortlisted candidates will undergo a personality profile evaluation as part of the recruitment process.

Candidates who do not receive communication within four weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.