Student Internship Opportunities: Community Development Department
The City of Johannesburg is offering valuable student internship opportunities within the Community Development Department. This programme is designed to give young people from Johannesburg practical work experience and on-the-job training, either as part of their academic studies or after completing their qualifications.
About the Programme
The City of Johannesburg is committed to providing work-based training for students. This internship programme is aimed at addressing the growing need for students to gain practical exposure in a professional municipal environment. The programme gives youth in Johannesburg communities a chance to develop their skills and prepare for their future careers.
General Programme Information
- Duration: Up to 18 months
- Stipend: R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits)
- Location: Various locations in Johannesburg (see specific positions)
- Who Can Apply: Youth from Johannesburg communities who meet the qualification requirements and have never participated in an internship programme before. Exceptions may apply if the previous internship was not related to your field of study.
- Residency: Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered for these positions
General Minimum Requirements
All positions require the following:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- A completed Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) with a minimum of 360 credits
- Must be a resident of the City of Johannesburg
- Must be a youth from the Johannesburg community
How to Apply
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Complete the online job application form for the specific position you are interested in
- Attach all relevant certified documents, including your qualification certificate, identity document, and CV
- Make sure your documents are properly certified before uploading
- Use Google Chrome browser when applying for City of Johannesburg positions
- Submit your application before the closing date
Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025
The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. The City is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes.
Position 1: Internship in Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
Department: Community Development
Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
Location: Temporary position at JD House, 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
Stipend: R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in Public Management, Business Administration, or a related field with a focus on Risk Management and/or Compliance
- Your qualification must be completed with a minimum of 360 credits
- Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered
What You Will Do
The main purpose of this internship is to provide administrative and analytical support to the Business Management Support Directorate. You will work in the areas of governance, risk management, compliance monitoring, and performance reporting. This role will give you exposure to municipal governance processes and help you strengthen your analytical and coordination skills while contributing to transparent and ethical service delivery based on Batho Pele Principles.
Key Learning Areas
- Help coordinate governance, risk, and compliance documentation
- Assist with collecting and checking performance evidence
- Provide general office and meeting support
- Contribute to communication and awareness activities
- Support audit preparation and information management
Leading Competencies
- Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Skills in Excel-based data tracking or dashboard reporting
- Good verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Teamwork and adaptability
Core Competencies
- Basic understanding of municipal governance and risk management
- Ability to interpret governance frameworks, risk policies, and compliance standards
- Awareness of Batho Pele Principles and ethical conduct
- Familiarity with records management and performance monitoring
Application Details
Contact Person for Enquiries: Asonele Ngalonkulu
Telephone: (011) 407 6553
Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/13M1qCe6eTVOQpd1iMdgmGAew554
Position 2: Internship in Liaison & Public Relations
Department: Community Development
Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
Location: Temporary position at JD House, 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
Stipend: R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations
- Your qualification must be completed with a minimum of 360 credits
- Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered
What You Will Do
This internship provides administrative and creative support to the Business Management Support Directorate. You will help implement communication, branding, and public liaison activities that improve departmental visibility and stakeholder engagement. You will gain hands-on experience in designing and publishing internal media products such as the departmental newsletter, and contribute to professional communication in line with City of Johannesburg branding and communication protocols.
Key Learning Areas
- Help draft and prepare internal and external communication materials
- Support the layout, design, and content compilation of the departmental quarterly newsletter
- Assist with public liaison, event communication, and programme documentation
- Contribute to preparing, publishing, and analysing content for departmental social media pages
- Provide administrative, coordination, and record-keeping support for communication, liaison, and stakeholder management
Leading Competencies
- Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Skills in Excel-based data tracking or dashboard reporting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good organisational and time management abilities
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Teamwork and adaptability
- Creativity and visual communication awareness (basic design layout or content presentation)
Core Competencies
- Basic understanding of private or public sector communication and branding guidelines
- Awareness of Batho Pele Principles and municipal service delivery values
- Familiarity with internal communication channels, social media platforms, and digital content management
- Basic understanding of stakeholder management and event communication
Application Details
Contact Person for Enquiries: Viwe Nkohla
Telephone: (011) 407 6553
Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1Us-cg1ZfSnWbITzY0vC0tAew554
Position 3: Internship in the Executive Director’s Office
Department: Community Development
Branch: Executive Director’s Office
Location: 124 Van Beek Street, Johannesburg Stadium
Stipend: R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6/7) in Public Administration, Office Management, or Secretarial Studies
- Your qualification must be completed with a minimum of 360 credits
- Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered
What You Will Do
This internship provides administrative, secretarial, and executive support to the Office of the Executive Director for Community Development. You will help maintain efficient communication, record-keeping, meeting coordination, and diary management. This role will give you practical exposure to executive-level operations, governance protocols, and professional office management within a municipal environment.
Key Learning Areas
- Assist with general office administration and frontline support
- Help schedule and manage logistics for the Executive Director’s meetings
- Assist with filing, retrieval, and tracking of records
- Support preparation and distribution of routine communication
- Help prepare for governance and management forums
- Provide routine HR and office logistics support
Leading Competencies
- Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Good written and verbal communication
- Professional presentation and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail, and confidentiality and accuracy in handling information
- Time management, organisation, and multitasking abilities
Core Competencies
- Basic administrative and clerical procedures
- Understanding of office and telephone etiquette
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
- Awareness of municipal governance and Batho Pele Principles
Application Details
Contact Person for Enquiries: Ntokozo Mandlazi
Telephone: (011) 407 6553
General City of Johannesburg Vacancies Portal: https://www.joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/Work%20in%20Joburg/Vacancies/2021%20Internships/2021-Internships.aspx
Important Information About Your Application
Response Time: If you do not receive any notification or response within six weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Personal Information: By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you consent to the use of your personal information for recruitment and selection processes.
Background Checks: Shortlisted applicants will undergo the following checks: Credit Record, CV validation and Employment record verification, Criminal check, and Identity validation.
We wish you all the best with your application!
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