About BDO South Africa
BDO is one of the world’s leading professional services firms, with a strong presence in South Africa. The company offers expertise in auditing, tax, advisory, risk management, and digital transformation. With a global footprint and a people-focused culture, BDO provides young professionals with opportunities to grow in a supportive yet dynamic environment.
Through its Graduate Internship Programme 2025 / 2026, BDO is opening the door for graduates and final-year students to gain valuable experience and build their careers within a trusted international network.
- Closing Date: Not specified – apply as soon as possible.
- Internship Location: Various offices across South Africa.
About the Graduate Internship Programme
The BDO Internship Programme is designed to give participants:
- A structured, results-driven learning environment.
- Opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- Direct exposure to managers, mentors, and senior partners.
- A platform for both personal and professional growth.
- A stepping stone into a career with a global professional services firm.
This programme offers graduates a chance to sharpen their skills, develop confidence, and prepare for long-term success in the corporate world.
Available Internship Positions for 2025 / 2026
BDO is offering a wide range of internship opportunities across various fields. Positions include:
- Compliance – Business Administration, Finance, Internal Audit, Compliance, or Law.
- Corporate Finance – Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Mathematics.
- Wealth – Investments or Financial Planning.
- Financial Services Advisory – Information Systems, Computer Science, Internal Audit, Business Administration, or Compliance/Regulations.
- People & Culture (Learning & Development) – HR, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, Training & Development, or Skills Development.
- People & Culture (HR) – Human Resources or Industrial Psychology.
- People & Culture (Finance) – Finance, Business Administration, or HR.
- Digital Advisory – Computer Science, IT, Software Development, ERP, CRM, IT Governance, or Data Analytics.
- Internal Audit – Internal Audit or Accounting.
- Strategic Development Advisory – Economics, Strategic Management, Development Studies, or Tourism.
- Sustainability – Environmental Sciences or Engineering.
- Statucor – Legal Secretary, LLB, or Chartered Governance Institute.
- IT OPS and Security ICT – IT Degree or Diploma.
- ITCE – BCom or IT-related qualification.
- Automation Developer & Process Controller – Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.
- Applications (Developer) – Software Development or Engineering.
- People & Culture (Recruitment) – HR, Industrial Psychology, or Business Administration.
- People & Culture (Talent Management) – HR, Industrial Psychology, or Business Administration.
- People & Culture (Graduate Recruitment) – HR or Industrial Psychology.
- Tax – Tax, Finance, or related fields.
Who Should Apply
This programme is ideal for graduates who want to:
- Kick-start their careers in a global professional services firm.
- Gain hands-on experience while learning from industry experts.
- Develop both technical and soft skills in a professional environment.
- Build long-term career prospects in auditing, finance, consulting, or advisory.
How to Apply
NB. Use the links given below to Apply
YES Internship: Compliance
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YES Internship: Corporate Finance
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YES Internship: Wealth
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YES Internship: Financial Services Advisory
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YES Internship: People and Culture – L&D
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YES Internship: People and Culture – HR
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YES Internship: P and C | Finance
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YES Internship: Digital Advisory
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YES Internship: Internal Audit
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YES Internship: Strategic Development Advisory
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YES Internship: Sustainability
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YES Internship: Statucor
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YES Internship: IT OPS and Security ICT
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YES Internship: ITCE
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YES Internship: Automation Developer and Process Controller
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YES Internship: Applications (Developer)
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YES Internship: People and Culture – Recruitment
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YES Internship: People and Culture – Talent Management
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YES Internship: People and Culture – Graduate Recruitment
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YES Internship: Tax
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Note: Only complete applications with all required documents will be considered.
Conclusion
The BDO Graduate Internships 2025 / 2026 present an incredible opportunity for ambitious graduates and final-year students to launch their careers with a leading global professional services firm. With internship streams across multiple fields, this programme is tailored for diverse academic backgrounds and interests. If you are eager to learn, grow, and become part of a supportive international team, this is your chance. Apply early and take the next step toward shaping your future with BDO.