The University of Johannesburg’s Arts & Culture is calling for applications for internships funded by Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA). At UJ Arts & Culture, we pride ourselves in providing opportunities to the youth where they can expand their skill sets in arts and culture-related industries.
A range of internships are available at UJ Sports for sport coaching based at the UJ Sports Facilities across the UJ Campuses.
There are 5 internships available related to:
- Netball – Sports Coaching (2)
- Football – Sports Coaching (2)
- Athletics – Sports Coaching (1)
Internships will commence in February 2027 and run for a period of 12-months. Recent graduates with relevant qualifications are eligible to apply. Applications will close on 6 November 2026 at midday (12:00) and no late applications will be accepted. Applicants will be paid a monthly stipend of R5000.00 (subject to statutory deductions).
Applications close on 6 Novemeber at 12:00.
Internships Details:
Netball – Sports Coaching Internship
The Netball Coach is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining a professional coaching format for the club, through professional coaching and collaboration with other teams. Responsibilities include: Coordinate and oversee Netball technical programs for the UJ Netball Club, plan and execute technical strategies for the team in consultation with the Head Coach, select the team and prepare it for relevant tournaments/programs to meet UJ Netball Club targets, teach and train student-athletes on the rules and fundamentals of netball through practice sessions and drills that prepare them for games, oversee the day-to-day training schedule, maintain discipline within the team/club, in conjunction with the other coaches and the leadership group, ensuring players conduct themselves in a manner befitting representatives of the UJ Netball Club, communicate effectively with team members, the team sport scientist, officials, parents/guardians, and other coaches and members respectively, attend development workshops courses and interventions as per the agreed performance development plan (PDP), identifying and reporting risks to the assessment register, report to the UJ Netball Club Manager/Coach.
Minimum Requirements: Matric Certificate, post matric qualification will be an added advantage, NSA Level I Coaching Certificate, Two (2) to three (3) years related working experience preferably in Schools, Club team and/or higher, be knowledgeable and have proven skills in the field of Team Sport, First aid qualification would be preferable, a valid driver’s licence, a Police Clearance, a Safeguarding Essentials Certificate
Football -Sports Coaching Internship
The Junior Team Coach intern will support the development and performance of UJ Football Club Junior teams by assisting with coaching, player development and team management. The successful candidate will help create a positive learning environment that promotes the technical, tactical, physical and personal growth of players while gaining valuable practical experience on football coaching. Responsibilities include: Plan and conduct training sessions for Junior players, assist with match preparation, team selection and game day coaching, monitor and evaluate player development and performance, provide mentorship and guidance to athletes on and off the field, assist with team administration, attendance records and logistics, support player recruitment and talent identification initiatives, ensure a safe, positive and inclusive environment for all participants, Ensure that the programme promotes the mission and values of UJ Sport, always demonstrate UJ Sport Values, actively work to promote UJ Sport and UJ Football Club Brand, support a training programme that focuses on long term player development, ensure the club adheres to the University and SAFA regulations and competition Rules as applicable to the age group, maintain positive communication with UJ Football and UJ Sport Staff, promote and uphold the values, culture and standards of UJ Football Club and UJ Sports, support the UJ Sport mission and objectives and perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Requirements: Matric, SAFA Introduction Course / CAF D Coaching qualification, Previous Football playing or Coaching experience will be an added advantage, Strong communication, leadership and interpersonal skills, Ability to work effectively with youth athletes, Passion for player development and football coaching, Availability to attend training sessions, matches and club activities, including evening and weekends.
Athletics – Sports Coaching Internship
The Athletics Coach is responsible for planning, implementing and maintaining a professional coaching format for the club, through professional coaching and collaboration with other teams. Responsibilities include: Coordinate and oversee Athletics technical programs for the UJ Athletics Club, plan and execute technical strategies for the team in consultation with the Head Coach, select the team and prepare it for relevant tournaments/programs to meet UJ Athletics Club targets, teach and train student-athletes on the rules and fundamentals of netball through practice sessions and drills that prepare them for games, oversee the day-to-day training schedule, maintain discipline within the team/club, in conjunction with the other coaches and the leadership group, ensuring players conduct themselves in a manner befitting representatives of the UJ Athletics Club, communicate effectively with team members, the team sport scientist, officials, parents/guardians, and other coaches and members respectively, attend development workshops courses and interventions as per the agreed performance development plan (PDP), identifying and reporting risks to the assessment register, report to the UJ Athletics Club Manager/Coach.
Minimum Requirements: Matric Certificate, post matric qualification will be an added advantage, ASA Level I Coaching Certificate, Two (2) to three (3) years related working experience preferably in Schools, Club and/or higher, Be knowledgeable and have proven skills in the field of coaching, First aid qualification would be preferable, A valid driver’s license, A Police Clearance, A Safeguarding Essentials Certificate
For inquiries, send an email to ujarts@uj.ac.za. For more information about UJ Arts & Culture, visit arts.uj.ac.za.
About UJ Arts & Culture
UJ Arts & Culture, a division of the Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture (FADA), produces and presents world-class student and professional arts programmes aligned to the UJ vision of an international university of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future. A robust range of arts platforms are offered on all four UJ campuses for students, staff, alumni and the general public to experience and engage with emerging and established Pan-African and international artists drawn from the full spectrum of the arts.
In addition to UJ Arts & Culture, FADA (www.uj.ac.za/fada) offers programmes in eight creative disciplines, in Art, Design and Architecture, as well as playing home to the NRF SARChI Chair in South African Art & Visual Culture, and the Visual Identities in Art & Design Research Centre. The faculty has a strong focus on sustainability and relevance and engages actively with the dynamism, creativity and diversity of Johannesburg in imagining new approaches to art and design education.
About Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA)
The Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) is one of the 21 SETAs established under the Skills Development Act (No 97 of 1998) in 2001. CATHSSETA was formally known as the Tourism and Hospitality Education and Training Authority (THETA) until 1 April 2012, when we became the Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority. Our mandate is to facilitate skills development within our sub-sectors through the disbursement of grants for learning programmes and monitoring of education and training as outlined in the National Skills Development Strategy (NSDS).