Experian Africa has announced its Compliance Internship Programme for 2025/2026, offering recent graduates a chance to step into the dynamic world of data protection, regulatory compliance, and risk management. This prestigious programme gives young South Africans the opportunity to work with one of the world’s leading data analytics and credit reporting companies, helping them gain real-world experience while contributing to meaningful corporate initiatives.
The programme is designed to groom graduates for careers in corporate compliance, an increasingly important area in today’s digital world. With data breaches and privacy concerns on the rise, companies like Experian need trained professionals to help them follow the rules, protect people’s information, and stay on the right side of the law.
An Internship That Builds Real Skills
This internship is not just about learning through observation—it’s hands-on from day one. Interns will actively support Experian Africa’s Compliance and Data Protection teams. Their main goal? To help make sure the company follows all legal and regulatory obligations while supporting internal departments to do the same.
Interns will be involved in a wide variety of tasks. These include monitoring compliance with both company policies and outside regulations, assisting with privacy impact assessments, and helping the company respond to data breach incidents. Interns will also do research on laws and regulations, help create reports and presentations, and support cross-department projects.
What Does the Role Include?
The internship covers a wide scope of responsibilities, which helps prepare candidates for a career in compliance and risk management. Here’s a closer look at what interns will do:
- Assist with the monitoring of internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Support the Data Protection Officer (DPO) with data subject access requests and incident responses.
- Conduct in-depth research on legal and compliance trends.
- Collaborate with internal departments to give advisory support when needed.
- Maintain accurate compliance documentation such as risk logs and registers.
- Develop and deliver compliance awareness training within the organisation.
- Participate in enhancing and designing compliance controls.
- Work across different departments on strategic compliance projects.
- Bring in new ideas to improve how compliance tasks are handled.
- Offer general administrative support to the Compliance and Data Protection teams.
- Assist in maintaining Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
- Handle various other tasks as assigned by the Head of Compliance.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the internship, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Risk Management, Business, Compliance, or any closely related field.
- A strong interest in compliance, data protection, and regulatory work.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
- A high level of attention to detail and the ability to stay organised.
- A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and acting with integrity.
- Computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Why Choose Experian?
Experian is known globally for helping businesses make smart decisions using data. Working at a company like this exposes interns to international best practices in compliance and corporate governance. Not only does the internship offer vital job experience, but it also boosts confidence, teamwork, and analytical skills. Interns are mentored by experts and given real responsibilities that make a difference.
For many, this internship could be a stepping stone to a full-time position or to other opportunities in the field of compliance, both in South Africa and abroad. Experian’s workplace culture also promotes diversity, learning, and career development—ideal for recent graduates ready to make their mark.
Application Details
Interested graduates must submit their applications before the closing date: 31 July 2025. Applicants are advised to prepare a neat and professional CV, and a motivation letter that shows their understanding of compliance work and why they are interested in joining Experian.
The Experian Compliance Internship Programme 2025/2026 is a rare opportunity for young South Africans to learn, grow, and contribute to a global organisation. For those who are detail-oriented, passionate about privacy and rules, and eager to learn, this internship could be the beginning of a rewarding and impactful career.
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