Graduate Internship Programme 2025/2026

Closing Date: 22 September 2025
📍 Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Internship
📞 Enquiries: Ms B Kirkwood (021 483 2024) / Ms Y Dempers (021 483 0742)

About the Programme

The Western Cape Government invites unemployed South African graduates residing in the Western Cape to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2025/2026. This Youth Development Programme provides successful interns with practical work experience for 3–24 months across various government departments.

Eligibility Requirements

• South African citizen residing in the Western Cape.

• Age between 20–35 years.

• Completed qualification in one of the following:

  • Certificate (NQF 5)

  • Diploma (NQF 6)

  • Degree (NQF 7)

  • Postgraduate Qualification (NQF 8+)

• Financially constrained applicants without career support networks are preferred.

Departments for Internship

On-the-job training may be provided in:

• Agriculture

• Police Oversight and Community Safety

• Cultural Affairs and Sport

• Department of the Premier

• Economic Development and Tourism

• Environmental Affairs & Development Planning

• Department of Infrastructure

• Local Government

• Mobility Department

• Provincial Treasury

• Social Development

Benefits of the Programme

• Acquire practical skills and work experience to improve employability.

• Gain career awareness and guidance.

• Obtain contactable references for your CV.

• Build a professional network to support career growth.

• Receive a stipend as determined by the Department.

Competencies Required

• Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two official Western Cape languages.

• Proven computer literacy (MS Office).

• Ability to operate office equipment.

• Strong planning and organisational skills.

Application Process

Only online applications will be accepted:

Phase 1 – Registration:

1. Click “Create Account” on the Western Cape Government Careers portal.

2. Complete the required information and attach:

   • Curriculum Vitae (MS Word preferred)

   • Identity Document (ID)

   • Academic results/qualifications

3. Submit profile and verify your email address.

Phase 2 – Apply for Internship:

1. Find the internship listing and click “Apply”.

2. Complete the application questions and submit.

3. You will receive a confirmation email.

Technical support is available Mon–Fri, 08:00–16:00 via 0861 370 214.

⚠️ Applicants who passed final examinations will have results verified. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The programme does not cover relocation or travel costs.