Jobs at The Citizen
GRADUATE NEWS JOURNALIST
The Citizen, a Division of CTP Limited, one of the largest publishers and printers of newspapers in South Africa, offer an enthusiastic, ambitious, and determined graduate who does not have any previous work experience (excluding non-paid internships, which you had to complete to obtain your qualification) an opportunity to join The Citizen. The website, citizen.co.za, has a strong digital presence among the top South African websites.
A full time, office-based position is available in Craighall, Johannesburg for a Graduate with a degree or diploma in journalism, media studies or related field.
Applicants must have a strong appetite for breaking news and be able to produce good content in a fast-paced, breaking news environment.
Graduates are taken through a 12-month full time programme, commencing in February 2026, which introduces the working world, as well as a foundation for further development. You will be supported by mentors and work on projects in order to gain valuable practical experience.
The successful graduate will become part of the digital team for a year, creating content for our website www.citizen.co.za and online platforms.
If you have graduated in 2025/are graduating in 2026, you have not worked previously, and you have good academic results, sound communication skills, strong analytical skills and are computer literate, please see application details below:
- Please send suitable applications with a full CV and most recent academic results to [email protected]
- Reference in subject line: GRADUATE NEWS JOURNALIST
- Closing date for applications: 28 November 2025
- Preference will be given to individuals who will add to the diversity of the organisation.