Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 05 August 2025
Reference Number: PPS250729-2
Business Unit: PPS Healthcare Administrators (PPSHA)
Department: Learning and Development
Job Type: 12-Month Internship
About the Company – PPS Healthcare Administrators
PPS Healthcare Administrators (PPSHA) is part of the Professional Provident Society (PPS) Group, a trusted name in specialised financial and healthcare administration services for professionals in South Africa. PPSHA focuses on delivering reliable medical aid administration solutions, ensuring that healthcare providers, members, and stakeholders benefit from efficient and compliant processes.
Known for its commitment to innovation, excellence, and member satisfaction, PPSHA offers a professional environment where young talent can thrive. As part of the internship programme, participants will experience the company’s people-first culture, which prioritises mentorship, professional growth, and workplace diversity.
Key Features of the Internship Programme
The PPSHA 2025–2026 Internship is designed to provide graduates with comprehensive exposure to various functions within the healthcare administration sector.
Interns will gain hands-on experience in:
- Medical Aid Administration and Member Services
- Learn to handle medical aid correspondence and member subscriptions.
- Understand the claims submission and assessment processes.
- Engage in underwriting and the processing of new member applications.
- Clinical and Operational Support
- Support the clinical administration team and participate in health-related member activities.
- Ensure processes align with regulatory and compliance standards.
- Experience operational tasks that contribute to smooth healthcare plan management.
- Professional and Personal Development
- Receive mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Gain exposure to formative and summative assessments to track progress.
- Develop soft skills like communication, time management, and teamwork alongside technical skills.
- Networking and Industry Insight
- Build a professional network with colleagues, leaders, and industry experts.
- Act as a PPSHA ambassador, representing the organisation’s commitment to excellence and customer care.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- South African citizenship, aged 18–35 years.
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 qualification (Essential).
- A completed 3-year Bachelor’s degree, National Diploma, or Honours in one of the following:
- Commerce / Accounting
- Information Technology
- Clinical Medical Associate
- BCur in Nursing (Bachelor of Nursing Science)
- Fluent in English, with additional South African languages considered an advantage.
- Present a professional image with strong administrative and time management skills.
- Unemployed and not currently enrolled in another internship or learnership.
- Basic computer literacy and the ability to perform under pressure.
Benefits of Joining the Internship Programme
- Practical Work Experience: Apply academic knowledge in real-world healthcare administration settings.
- Skill Development: Strengthen technical expertise, soft skills, and professional capabilities.
- Mentorship: Gain guidance and constructive feedback from experienced colleagues.
- Networking: Build professional relationships to support future career opportunities.
- Industry Insight: Understand the operational and regulatory landscape of the medical aid and healthcare sector.
Transformation Commitment
PPS Healthcare Administrators is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. The internship programme is aligned with PPSHA’s transformation objectives and offers equal opportunities to candidates from all designated groups.
Application Process
The closing date for applications is 05 August 2025.
Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive CV and supporting documents to be considered.
Note: If no communication is received within 30 days of the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.