Are you an LLB graduate looking for government experience?
Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is offering a Graduate Internship Programme in IP Copyright (x2 positions).
📌 Internship Overview
- Organisation: Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
- Position: IP Copyright Interns (x2)
- Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria
- Duration: 24 Months
- Stipend: R12 000 per month
- Closing Date: 16 April 2026
🌟 About the Programme
This internship focuses on Intellectual Property (IP) and Copyright, giving law graduates practical exposure in the public sector.
Interns will:
- Gain hands-on legal experience
- Work with intellectual property systems
- Build skills relevant to copyright law and administration
🎓 Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- LLB Degree
🎯 Who Can Apply?
You must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between 18 – 35 years old
- Be unemployed
- Have no previous internship experience
- Not have participated in any internship programme before
💼 What You’ll Gain
- 24 months of government legal experience
- Exposure to intellectual property law
- Professional workplace skills
- Monthly stipend of R12 000
📄 Required Documents
⚠️ You must upload:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID copy
- LLB qualification
✔️ Upload documents in the correct sections
❌ Incorrect or missing documents = automatic disqualification
⚠️ Important Information
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Background and qualification checks will be conducted
- Foreign qualifications must be verified by SAQA
- No emailed or hand-delivered applications accepted
📲 How to Apply
Apply online:
Or visit:
🌐 www.cipc.co.za
📞 Enquiries:
087 743 7075 / 7180 / 7074 / 087 260 1554
🚀 Why You Should Apply
This is a high-value opportunity for law graduates because:
- It offers real legal experience in IP law
- Provides a 2-year contract
- Pays a competitive stipend (R12K/month)
- Strengthens your chances of entering the legal field
💡 Final Tip
Legal internships are very competitive, so:
- Highlight modules like Intellectual Property Law on your CV
- Keep your CV clear and professional
- Apply before the deadline