NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE OPPORTUNITY FOR UNEMPLOYED GRADUATES

The Department of Science and Innovation, NRF-SAASTA invites unemployed STEM and Journalism graduates to participate in the DSTI-National Youth Service Programme.

The DSTI-NYS programme, which aims to instil a culture of community service and volunteerism, offers young people the chance to participate in skill-building opportunities and a way out of long-term unemployment by providing them with practical opportunities that increase their likelihood of accessing the economy.

Although the emphasis is primarily on unemployed graduates in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, there are occasionally a few spots open for graduates in other fields as well, as defined by the relevant recruitment process.

Follow this link for more details: https://tinyurl.com/fn5bv75v.

Monthly Stipend (based on qualification level):

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6): R4,500
• Bachelor’s Degree / BTech (NQF Level 7): R5,000
• Honours (NQF Level 8): R5,500
• Master’s (NQF Level 9): R6,500
• PhD (NQF Level 10): R7,700

These stipends are meant to support daily needs for the duration of the 12-month volunteer programme.

Deadline: 31 January 2026