Apply for verified Opportunities for Unemployed Youth. Daily Updates. Invitation from Sage for vibrant and unemployed South African youth to apply for Customer Support Internship Programme 2026. This opportunity is aimed at unemployed graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in customer support, accounting software, payroll systems, and business operations within a leading global technology company. Details Department: Customer Operations Workplace Type: Hybrid Fixed Term: 12 Months Placement: Midrand / Johannesburg, Gauteng Start Date: 1 August 2026 Interns will be expected to: Assist customers by providing professional and efficient support Help resolve customer queries and offer clear step-by-step guidance Learn and understand customer business needs Recommend suitable Sage products or services where relevant Work closely with team members to improve customer service delivery Participate in team meetings and performance discussions Build knowledge of Sage accounting, payroll, and HR products Maintain excellent customer service standards at all times Applicants must meet the following requirements: Grade 12 / Matric certificate Degree or National Diploma in Accounting or Business Management Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Clear criminal record Must be unemployed Good telephone communication and customer service skills Understanding of customer environments in Accounting, Payroll, or HR will be advantageous Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills Willingness to learn and grow in a professional environment Ability to work independently and as part of a team Skills and Competencies Problem-solving ability Strong attention to detail Customer-focused mindset Ability to work under pressure Teamwork and collaboration skills Positive attitude and eagerness to learn Recruitment Process The recruitment process may include the following steps: Step 1: Submit an online application with an updated CV Step 2: Complete an online science-based assessment through Harver Step 3: Successful applicants may be invited to complete a video interview Step 4: Candidates who pass the interview stage may be invited to an Assessment Centre Step 5: Successful candidates will begin the internship programme on 1 August 2026 Crucial Matters Due to a high number of applications, feedback timelines may vary. Successful candidates will be notified Final Say The internship offers graduates an opportunity to build professional experience while working directly with customers and learning about Sage’s range of accounting, payroll, and business management solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr