Graduate Internship Programme for 2025 to 2027

The Department of Employment and Labour invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme for the 2025 to 2027 financial years. This programme offers valuable work experience to qualifying candidates who have not previously participated in any internship. As an equal opportunity employer, the Department prioritizes applicants from previously disadvantaged backgrounds in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Special consideration will be given to people living with disabilities, South African youth, and individuals from disadvantaged communities.

General Requirements

• South African citizenship.
• Unemployed at the time of application.
• No prior participation in an internship programme.
• Relevant qualifications: National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in fields related to the internship post, with 360/480 credits recognized by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• For foreign qualifications, evaluation by SAQA is required.
• Applicants must be willing to relocate if the internship is outside their area of residence, as no accommodation or transport allowances are provided beyond the stipend.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the provided link or in person (walk-in). Use the new Z83 application form, available from any Public Service Department website, www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies, or www.Labour.gov.za. Applications using the old Z83 form will not be considered.

Submit the completed and signed Z83 form along with a recently updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will need to provide certified copies of their Matric certificate, academic transcripts, qualifications, academic record, and ID document.

All shortlisted candidates will undergo a pre-entry practical exercise to assess their suitability based on technical and generic requirements. The Department may require applicants to be available for assessments and interviews at a specified time, date, and location.

Separate applications are required for each reference number and province if applying for positions outside your area. Failure to submit all required documents will result in disqualification.

Appointments are subject to verification and pre-screening. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within eight weeks of the closing date. If you do not hear from us, consider your application unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to fill any positions.

Closing Date

21 November 2025 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 00:00 midnight for online applications.

Where to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official link: Apply Here (sayouth.mobi/Home/Index/EN – Search for Project 20K)

For enquiries, contact the SA Youth Contact Centre at 0800 727272.

Available Internship Positions

Post 41/62: Intern – Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) (385 Posts)

Branch: Various
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or related fields.
Duties: Assist in conducting workplace inspections, promoting health and safety compliance, risk assessments, and educational campaigns on OHS regulations. Support enforcement of safety standards and incident investigations.

Post 41/63: Intern – Basic Conditions of Employment (BCEA) (3,197 Posts)

Branch: Inspection and Enforcement Services
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Labour Law, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, or related fields.
Duties: Assist in monitoring compliance with Basic Conditions of Employment Act, including working hours, leave, and minimum wages. Conduct inspections, educate employers and employees, and support dispute resolution.

Post 41/64: Intern – Employment Equity (EEA) (260 Posts)

Branch: Labour Market Policy and Research
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Sociology, or related fields.
Duties: Support implementation of Employment Equity Act, assist in equity plan reviews, diversity training, and reporting. Promote fair labour practices and address discrimination issues.

Post 41/65: Intern – Employer Audit Service (EAS) (1,076 Posts)

Branch: Employer Services
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, or related fields.
Duties: Assist in auditing employer compliance with labour laws, financial assessments for Unemployment Insurance Fund, and support registration processes. Help with data analysis and reporting.

Post 41/66: Intern – Office of the COO (PME) Ref No: HR4/25/CDPE/1HO (4 Posts)

Branch: Corporate Design, Planning and Evaluation (CD PME)
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: National Diploma / B-Degree in Public Administration and Management / Project Management / Statistics.
Duties: Provide technical advice and monitor alignment of Provincial Strategic Plans. Support planning, monitoring, and evaluation activities. Assist in governance structures and compilation of performance information reports. Manage implementation of service delivery improvement strategies.

Post 41/67: Intern – Office of the COO (Operations) Ref No: HR4/25/OPS/2HO (4 Posts)

Branch: Operations
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: B-Degree / B-Tech in Operations Management / Business / Public Administration and Management.
Duties: Support governance of Service Delivery Improvement Plans (SDIP), Batho Pele principles, and Service Standards. Analyze complaints management systems and contribute to operational efficiency improvements.

Post 41/68: Intern – Office of the Inspector-General Ref No: HR4/25/IES/3HO (5 Posts)

Branch: Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES)
Stipend: R7 680.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: National Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree (NQF7) in Public Finance and Administration / Business Administration / Business Management / Local Governance and Management / Financial Management / Administrative Management.
Duties: Assist with project coordination in the Office of the Inspector-General. Provide administrative support and contribute to secretariat services for committees. Support budget planning for the branch and procurement of goods and services.

Post 41/69: Intern – Office of the DDG: Corporate Services Ref No: HR4/25/ODDG/4HO (2 Posts)

Branch: DDG: Corporate Services
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: National Diploma (NQF6) / Bachelor Degree (NQF7) in Public Administration / Business Administration / Office Management and Technology / Management Assistant / Business Management.
Duties: Render administration support services to the Office of the DDG. Control movement of documents and files. Provide Supply Chain Management support. Assist with budget planning for the Office of the DDG.

Post 41/70: Intern – Employee Relations (26 Posts)

Branch: Human Resources
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, or related fields.
Duties: Assist in handling employee grievances, collective bargaining, and disciplinary processes. Support labour relations policies and promote positive workplace relations.

Post 41/71: Intern – Training and Performance Management (26 Posts)

Branch: Human Resources
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Development, Training, or related fields.
Duties: Support skills development programmes, performance appraisals, and training needs analysis. Assist in implementing performance management systems.

Post 41/72: Intern – Human Resource Operations (90 Posts)

Branch: Human Resources
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or Administration.
Duties: Assist with payroll, recruitment, onboarding, and HR administrative tasks. Maintain employee records and support HR operational functions.

Post 41/73: Intern – Organizational Development Ref No: HR/25/P20K/OD/HO (4 Posts)

Branch: Management Advisory Services (MAS)
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: National Diploma (NQF 6) / Bachelor Degree (NQF 7) in Management Services / Industrial Engineering / Operations Management / Production Management / Industrial and Organizational Psychology / Human Resource Management / Work Study.
Duties: Assist in organizational design processes. Support activities for improving organizational structures. Help with development and review of job profiles, job evaluation, business process improvement, and change management.

Post 41/74: Intern – Employee Health and Wellness Programme (26 Posts)

Branch: Human Resources
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Health Sciences, or related fields.
Duties: Support employee wellness initiatives, counselling services, and health promotion programmes. Assist in managing absenteeism and stress-related issues.

Post 41/75: Intern – Gender, Disability and Youth (26 Posts)

Branch: Human Resources
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centres: Head Office, Pretoria and Provincial Offices
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Disability Management, or related fields.
Duties: Promote gender equality, disability inclusion, and youth development. Support policy implementation and awareness campaigns on diversity and inclusion.

Post 41/76: Intern – Policy Research and Monitoring Ref No: HR/25/P20K/PRM/HO (4 Posts)

Branch: Policy Research and Monitoring (PRM)
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements: National Diploma (NQF6) / Degree (NQF7) in Human Resource Management.
Duties: Assist in the development and implementation of Employment Equity, HR planning, and policies. Support HR data analytics and monitoring activities.

We wish all applicants the best of luck with their applications. For more opportunities, visit our website regularly.