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The Offer Letter For Unpaid Internship is a crucial document used in South Africa when organizations wish to formalize internship arrangements focused on skills development and learning. This document serves as the foundation for establishing a clear understanding between the organization and the prospective intern, explicitly stating the educational nature of the relationship and the absence of remuneration. It must comply with South African legislation, including the Skills Development Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, and Occupational Health and Safety Act, while clearly distinguishing the arrangement from an employment relationship. The letter should be used when offering positions that primarily provide training and work experience, rather than employment, and must include comprehensive details about learning objectives, supervision, duration, and working conditions to ensure transparency and legal compliance.

1. Letterhead and Date: Organization's official letterhead including full contact details and registration numbers, plus current date

2. Recipient Details: Intern's full name and contact details

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is an Unpaid Internship Offer

4. Salutation: Professional greeting to the candidate

5. Opening Paragraph: Enthusiastic offer of the internship position, referencing any previous interviews or interactions

6. Position Details: Specific title of internship role and department/team placement

7. Duration and Time Commitment: Clear statement of internship period, start date, end date, and expected working hours

8. Learning Objectives: Detailed outline of skills and experience the intern will gain, linking to educational/professional development goals

9. Supervision and Support: Details of who will supervise the intern and what support/mentoring will be provided

10. Unpaid Status Declaration: Clear statement that this is an unpaid position focused on learning and skill development

11. Working Conditions: Information about work location, hours, dress code, and any facilities/resources provided

12. Legal Status: Clear statement that this is not an employment relationship and creates no expectation of future employment

13. Closing and Acceptance: Instructions for accepting the offer, deadline for response, and space for signatures

14. Company Signatory: Name and signature of authorized company representative