Closing Date: 02 September 2025
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Salary: R57.62 – R118.05 per hour (based on budget)
Company: City of Cape Town
Reference Number: CS 121/25 Ext
Department: Human Resources – Training and Development
Launch Your Career with City of Cape Town’s Internship Programme
The City of Cape Town is calling on unemployed graduates who live in Cape Town to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme (GIP) and Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) programme.
This initiative provides valuable workplace experience, mentorship, and training opportunities in key fields such as:
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Graphic Design
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Data Science
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Digital Marketing
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Computer Science / Engineering
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Sport Science
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Industrial Engineering
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Urban Planning
About the Internship Role
Graduate Internship Programme (GIP) – Fixed Term Contract
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Open to graduates with a National Diploma or 3-year qualification.
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Fields: Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Industrial Engineering, Sport Science, and Computer Science.
Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) – 3 Year Contract
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GIS Internships: Diploma/degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geo-informatics, or related fields. Must be preparing to register with the South African Geomatics Council (SAGC).
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Urban Planning Internships: SACPLAN-accredited degree (Town/City/Regional Planning or Urban Planning). Must be eligible for SACPLAN registration.
Interns will work full-time during office hours and gain exposure to City projects and mentorship opportunities.
Who Should Apply
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Unemployed South African graduates under 35 years old.
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Permanently residing within Cape Town.
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Graduates from local universities, universities of technology, TVET colleges are encouraged.
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Must not be enrolled in other full-time studies (PhD students and Work Integrated Learning exceptions apply).
Skills & Requirements
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Certified South African ID copy (no affidavits).
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Certified matric certificate/statement of results.
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Certified copy of highest qualification.
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Updated CV.
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Computer literacy in MS Office.
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GIS interns: ArcGIS (Python is an advantage).
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Urban Planning interns: Must hold a SACPLAN-accredited qualification.
Benefits of Joining
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Stipend: R57.62 – R118.05 per hour.
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Hands-on experience in a government environment.
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Mentorship and guidance from professionals.
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Improved employability and career readiness.
How to Apply
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Visit the City of Cape Town’s careers portal: www.capetown.gov.za/careers
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Register or log in to the e-Recruitment system.
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Upload the following:
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Certified SA ID copy
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Certified matric certificate/results
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Certified highest qualification
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CV
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⚠️ Note: Applications cannot be submitted using smartphones. If you don’t have internet, you can use Smart Cape computers at City libraries (membership required – bring ID + proof of residence).
Final Thoughts
This is more than just an internship – it’s a career-building opportunity. Whether you’re into digital design, GIS, or urban planning, the City of Cape Town provides a platform to gain practical skills, contribute to your community, and grow professionally.
Apply before 02 September 2025 and take the first step toward your future career!