SA Government: Internship 2026
About: The South African Government runs internship and in-service training programmes across many departments (Health, Home Affairs, Public Works, Police, Municipalities, etc.).
General Requirements:
- South African citizen, unemployed.
- At least a Degree or Diploma (for internships).
- Z83 application form + CV + certified documents.
- Age usually 18–35 (varies by department).
Common Fields Available:
- HR, Finance & Supply Chain
- ICT/Admin
- Public Management & Policy
- Engineering & Technical (some SOEs like Eskom, SANRAL)
- Environmental & Social Sciences
- Municipal services (water, sanitation, planning)
Benefits:
Structured workplace exposure, usually with a monthly stipend.