**Job Title:** 2025 Economist Internship Programme
**Company:** Bureau for Economic Research (BER) in conjunction with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
**Location:** Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa
**Programme Duration:** January 2025 - December 2025
**Salary:** Competitive
**About the Programme:**
The Bureau for Economic Research (BER) at Stellenbosch University, in partnership with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), invites applications for the 2025 Economist Internship Programme. This prestigious programme aims to provide practical training to qualified graduates, enabling them to develop the skills necessary to function as economists in both the private and public sectors.
**Objective:**
The primary objective of the programme is to offer hands-on experience in business-oriented macroeconomic analysis. Successful candidates will work alongside BER economists, gaining valuable insights and expertise over the course of the year.
**Employment Opportunity:**
Successful candidates will be full-time employees of the SARB during the internship. They will spend the year from January 2025 to December 2025 training at the BER in Stellenbosch, receiving a competitive salary throughout this period.
**Eligibility Criteria:**
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Hold an Honours or Master's degree in Economics (by January 2025) with a focus on macroeconomics at the postgraduate level.
- Be fluent in English.
- Possess excellent communication and writing skills.
**Application Process:**
Interested candidates must apply online by **28 June 2024 (9am)**. The application process includes interviews scheduled for July and August.
**Selection Process:**
Shortlisted candidates will undergo psychometric assessments, reference checks, and security clearance as part of the selection process. The SARB is committed to diversifying its workforce, and suitable candidates will be selected based on this commitment.
**Contact Information:**
For enquiries, please contact:
- Ntombi Bakaqana
Email: bakaqana@sun.ac.za
Tel: 021 808 9771
**How to Apply:**
Join us at the BER and SARB for a unique opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career as an economist. Don't miss this chance to gain practical experience and work with leading experts in the field.
**BER**
**Bureau for Economic Research**
**Stellenbosch University**
**South African Reserve Bank**
Apply now and be part of the 2025 Economist Internship Programme!
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