Challenging IT Internship in Dynamic Information Technology Company Based in Cape Town

  South Africa

• Cape Town: 
Cape Town (Kaapstad)

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Year Round

Description: This company is a dynamic, fast-growing information technology company based in Cape Town. The company provides a range of IT Services, which encompass these areas: Consulting; Systems Development; Server Management; E-business; Human Capital Management.

The company have been awarded and have completed several successful projects in the public and private sector. In August 2005, the company was named the national winner in the SAB Kickstart entrepreneural development competition. They have also been nominated as one of South Africa's Top Emerging Empowerment Companies in the Software sector by Impumelelo: South Africa's Top 300 Empowerment Companies.

Their mission is to build a fast-growing and successful company that services leading SME's and corporates in South Africa. Their team members are experts in their fields and their clients benefit from their years of experience within South Africa's leading companies.

The company are looking for students who are studying in the field of IT, Web Design or Software Engineering. According to their specific field of study, they will be involved in several projects, which could include the following:
- E-Business-General Web Design, Hosting Services etc
- Systems development
- Server Management
- Consulting

They are a very dynamic company and are very keen to learn from your knowledge and input, as well as provide you with work experience that will contribute to your future career.

Highlights:
- Training provided in one of the top immigration companies in South Africa
- Interning in one of the most beautiful cities in the world
- We take care of all the necessary paperwork with your host company, organisation or institution
- We assist you with the visa formalities, insurance and flight bookings.
- We organize an accommodation for you that suits your needs and budget.
- We welcome you at the airport, take you to your accommodation and show you around.
- On arrival you'll get an information folder about Cape Town including important phone numbers, tips and details plus a discount card for several backpackers, bars, restaurants and car hire.
- You will receive a local SIM-card for your cell phone from us.
- We accompany you on your fist day of work and give you a friendly introduction to your new colleagues.
- We assist you with renting or purchasing a car.
- You will receive our weekly Newsletter.
- We organise weekly meetings and affordable and exciting monthly weekend trips for all 'Magisters' and friends of Magister
- If you are interested in travelling we can get you large discounts with well known local tour operators.
- We are always available for you before, during, and after your stay.

Qualifications: You should be a student studying in the field of E-Business, IT, or Software Engineering. Very importantly, they are looking for motivated, dynamic individuals who enjoy challenges and would like to make a difference in the company in which they complete their internship. Good English is not essential, but rather the ability to express yourself well and enjoy working as part of a team.

Cost in US$: 600

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to South Africa Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Magister Student Placement Organisation's Mission Statement: As one of the most established and well known intern and volunteer organizations in Cape Town, Magister's main objective is geared towards the matching and placing of qualified International students and volunteers with dynamic Cape Town based companies and organizations. Magister also caters for the needs of backpacker tourists and newly qualified entrants to the labor market. With our wide network of contacts and range of skills we strive to ensure that your experience abroad remains an unforgettable one. While strengthening foreign ties between South Africa and other countries, Magister offers great value to their students and invests in their personal development and education as well as their careers. By liaising regularly with the students and providing professional advice and individualized services, we aim to ensure the easy set-up, smooth running and successful conclusion of ventures. We encourage the students to get to know one another and establish relationships that will support them throughout their stay in South Africa.

Year Founded: 2000