Lesaka Internship Programme 2026

About Lesaka Technologies

Lesaka Technologies is a dynamic fintech company committed to driving financial inclusion across Southern Africa. Listed on both the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE: LSK) and NASDAQ (LSAK), Lesaka provides a comprehensive suite of financial services and software solutions to underserved consumers and merchants.

Through its integrated platform, Lesaka offers transactional banking, lending, insurance, cash management, card acquiring, supplier payments, and value-added services, facilitating the digitization of commerce in informal and township economies.

Ineternship Overview

The Lesaka Technologies Internship Programme is offering you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and skills development in a leading South African fintech company.

Duration: 12-month paid internship

Locations: Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg and Polokwane

Start Date: 1 or 15 March 2026

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience in a leading fintech company
• Mentorship: Receive guidance from industry experts and seasoned professionals
• Skill Development: Participate in workshops to enhance both technical and soft skills
• Career Advancement: Improve your employability and career prospects in the fintech sector
• Impactful Work: Contribute to initiatives that promote financial inclusion and empower communities

What You’ll Do

As an intern, you will be placed in a structured role with responsibilities that may include:

• Assisting teams with day-to-day operations and projects
• Supporting customer service, administrative, research, or technical tasks
• Participating in training and development workshops
• Contributing ideas to improve processes or services
• Gaining exposure to key areas of the business

Required Fields of Study

We welcome applications from graduates in the following fields:

• IT (Data Analytics, BI, Product, Software Engineering)
• IT (Desktop & Technical Support)
• HR
• Legal
• Sales, Commercial and Growth
• Marketing & Communications
• Finance & Accounting
• Procurement
• Fraud & Risk

Who Should Apply?

Ideal candidates should:

• Be South African citizens aged 18–29
• Be recent graduates with a minimum of a National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree
• Be currently unemployed and not studying full-time during the programme
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be proactive, adaptable, and eager to contribute