About the job
About Electrum:
Electrum is a pioneering payment software technology firm that has redefined the landscape since its inception in 2012. Our cloud-native solutions are engineered to enhance financial transaction processing, making us a trusted partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes. Our extensive expertise empowers clients to provide services to millions of South Africans on a daily basis.
At Electrum, our core values revolve around impact – we design solutions that truly matter, act with urgency, and embrace continuous learning as we expand. We foster a culture of collaboration, working closely with our clients and teams to create meaningful and lasting solutions. We prioritize safe environments, promoting transparent communication, intelligent risk-taking, and mutual trust to ensure creativity and alignment flourish. Furthermore, we believe in building strong empowered teams – we hire exceptional talent, collaborate diligently, and uphold high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.
The Electrum Internship Program:
Our internship programs are designed to run twice a year, each lasting four weeks during the winter (June/July) and summer (January) university breaks. These internships are paid, conducted on-site, and may lead to permanent positions based on company needs and fit.
The 2026 Winter Internship is scheduled from June 29th to July 24th, 2026.
As an integral member of the Electrum team, you will:
- Engage in the complete project life cycle, from conception to implementation;
- Receive professional training coupled with on-the-job learning;
- Benefit from mentorship by industry experts;
- Experience an innovative office culture;
- Tackle real customer challenges;
- Access extensive career development opportunities;
- Gain invaluable work experience in a dynamic FinTech environment, contributing to meaningful projects.
