Opportunity in 2026/27– Accelerating Young South Africans to Succeed
A voluntary opportunity for interns, bloggers, vloggers, writers, and creatives in South Africa to gain training, exposure, and grow their brands has opened at Youth Express.
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There’s a new wave of storytelling rising across South Africa—and Youth Express has created an opportunity to bring in passionate, creative individuals ready to make their mark. This is a voluntary, unpaid, remote opportunity designed to offer real-world experience, professional training, and meaningful exposure in the media space.
Whether you’re a student, a creative, or someone with a story to tell, Youth Express invites you to step into a platform where your ideas matter and your voice can grow.
Opportunity Opening for Creatives, Thinkers, Storytellers
We are currently offering this opportunity to a diverse range of contributors who are eager to learn, create, and collaborate with us remotely:
- Interns requiring mandatory work experience from Technikons across South Africa
- Vloggers and video content creators
- Bloggers and writing enthusiasts
- Graphic designers and visual storytellers
- Cartoonists with a unique and expressive voice
“If you have a passion for content creation and a desire to grow, there is a place for you at Youth Express.“
— Melini Moses, Founder
Internship Opportunities – Learn, Grow, and Lead
For students seeking experiential learning, our internship programme offers more than just exposure—it delivers real, structured value.
Over a six-month period, interns will receive journalism training worth R30 000, covering both print and broadcast media.
Skills You Will Gain
- WordPress CMS training
- SEO strategy and implementation
- Writing and storytelling techniques
- Script writing for digital and broadcast
- Voice training for confident media presence
- Audience growth and content strategy
Each intern is supported through hands-on learning, gaining practical knowledge that builds confidence and prepares them for future employment opportunities in media and beyond. Interns can apply for a 2027 internship by September 2026 to secure their spot.
We don’t work with deadlines unless we have to.
Volunteer Creators – Grow Your Brand with Us
Youth Express has also opened this opportunity to volunteer contributors who want to expand their creative reach and build their personal brands.
We believe in transparency—this is a voluntary and unpaid opportunity, but one that is intentionally designed to deliver strong value through visibility, training, and growth.
Perks of Joining Youth Express
- Exposure to a growing audience with over 6,500 views and followers across platforms
- Dedicated links to your personal platforms, websites, or portfolios
- Promotion of your advertisements on every post, helping you attract real clients and business opportunities
- A consistent platform to showcase your work and build credibility
- Opportunity to grow your personal brand or business through association with Youth Express
- Collaboration with a network of like-minded creatives
For vloggers, bloggers, designers, and entrepreneurs, this is a space to be seen, be heard, and be discovered—while actively building your own brand.
Why Join Youth Express?
At its core, Youth Express is about empowerment through storytelling. We believe that talent deserves opportunity—and that with the right tools, guidance, and platform, anyone can rise.
This opportunity allows you to:
- Gain real-world media experience
- Build a professional portfolio
- Learn industry-relevant skills
- Connect with a growing creative community
- Turn visibility into real business opportunities
Take the First Step
If you’re ready to grow, create, and contribute, Youth Express is waiting for you.
Step into a journey where your voice can inspire others, your creativity can flourish, and your future can take shape—one story at a time.
Apply today and become part of a movement that is redefining youth media in South Africa.
