VKB Group is offering an exciting 12-month Quality Assurance Graduate Program for dynamic, inquisitive, and passionate young graduates.
This Program is ideal for those eager to gain practical experience in software testing, QA frameworks, and digital systems within the fast-evolving agricultural sector.
The role is based in the Governance, Risk & Compliance department at VKB’s Information & Technology division.
Location: Reitz, Free State
Stipend: Market-Related
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Fixed-Term)
Application Deadline: 15 April 2025
Industry: Agriculture | Information & Technology | Quality Assurance
Reference: Quality Assurance Graduate Internship (Software Solutions – 2025)
Company: VKB Group
What You’ll Learn and Do
As a QA Graduate Intern, you’ll assist in ensuring high-quality software delivery by:
- Learning and applying the QA methodology and frameworks
- Executing manual and automated testing procedures
- Logging and tracking system defects
- Identifying patterns and potential root causes in system failures
- Participating in testing for both business-as-usual and new development projects
- Reporting progress using structured metrics
- Supporting VKB departments with quality service and insight
You’ll receive ongoing training and mentorship to develop your technical, analytical, and communication skills.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
- Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Business Studies, or a related field (preferably with both IT & Commerce subjects)
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication (English & Afrikaans)
- Ability to multitask and work independently
- Strong work ethic and time management
- Experience with programming languages or QA tools will be advantageous
Not Qualified Yet? Here’s How to Qualify
To increase your chances of landing IT graduate roles like this, consider:
- Completing a short course or certification in Quality Assurance, Software Testing, or Business Analysis via platforms like Coursera, Udemy, or Alison
- Enrolling in an NQF 6/7 IT or Business programme at institutions such as Boston City Campus or IIE Varsity College
- Building skills in manual and automated testing, using tools like Selenium, Jira, and Power BI
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Curious, teachable, and proactive
- Able to handle pressure and meet deadlines
- Team player with a problem-solving mindset
- Interest in both IT and business operations
- Willingness to learn and adapt
How to Apply
Apply via the VKB Careers Portal:
Tips for a Successful Application:
- Use Google Chrome when accessing the VKB Career Portal
- Upload only your CV in PDF or Word format (no handwritten documents)
- Supporting documents (ID, qualifications) will be uploaded separately
- Ensure your profile photo is a minimum of 300 x 300px