Organisation: South African Police Service (SAPS)
Location: All Provinces (Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North West, Western Cape)
Closing Date:
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Gauteng: 12 September 2025
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All other provinces: 18 September 2025
Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: Determined by the Divisional Commissioner: Human Resource Development (varies by province)
About the Programme
The SAPS Graduate Recruitment Scheme 2025/2026 is a 12-month internship programme designed to provide unemployed graduates and students with practical experience in line with the National Human Resource Development Strategy and the National Skills Development Strategy.
Who Can Apply (Generic Requirements)
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South African citizen with a Matric/NSC or NCV Level 4.
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No criminal record or pending cases.
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Must be unemployed, never employed in the field of the advertised post, and never participated in a relevant internship programme.
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Resident of the province where the post is advertised.
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May apply for up to three (3) posts (separate form per post reference).
Internship Categories
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Graduate Interns: Completed Diploma/Degree (NQF 6+, recorded on NLRD).
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Student Interns: Requires in-service/experiential learning to complete a qualification (institutional letter not older than 2 years).
Available Internship Fields (Highlights by Province)
Eastern Cape – Communication, Supply Chain, HRM, Social Work, Psychology, Legal (LLB), Org Development, Finance, Motor Mechanics.
Free State – Social Work, Legal, Electrical Eng, Finance, Supply Chain, HRM/HRD, Mechanical Services.
Gauteng – Legal, HRM, Detectives, Social Crime Prevention, CIMAC, Motor Mechanics.
KwaZulu-Natal – Supply Chain, Finance, HRD, Sports Management, Graphic/Drone Ops, Radio Technical, Motor Mechanics.
Limpopo – Legal, Social Work, Psychology, IT, Journalism, Media, Graphic Design, Marketing, HRM, Finance, Motor Mechanics.
Mpumalanga – Forensic Investigator, Social Work, HRM, Finance, Graphic Design, Camera Operator, Dietician, Motor Mechanics.
Northern Cape – Crime Analysis, Social Work, Psychometry, Legal, HRM, Administration, Motor Mechanics.
North West – Supply Chain, Budget Management, Legal, HRD, EHW, Communication, Graphic Design, Motor Mechanics.
Western Cape – Crime Analysis, Detectives, Social Work, Psychology, HRD, Legal, Communication, Motor Mechanics.
How to Apply
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Download the Application Form: SAPS Graduate Recruitment Scheme Application Form
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Submit Applications: Post or hand-deliver to the relevant provincial address (check advert).
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No faxed/emailed applications accepted.
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Include the Following:
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Updated CV
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Uncertified copies of SA ID, Matric certificate, and all post-school qualifications with statement of results
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Institutional letter (if student intern)
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Clearly mark post reference number & province on each application
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📌 You may apply for up to three posts (use separate application form for each).
Important Notes
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Shortlisted candidates may undergo fingerprint screening, interviews, and vetting.
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Only successful candidates will be contacted within 4 months of the closing date.
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Successful applicants must sign a 12-month internship contract.
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Internship participation does not guarantee permanent employment in SAPS.
✅ Why Join SAPS Graduate Scheme?
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Gain hands-on exposure in criminology, legal services, social work, IT, supply chain, HR, and more.
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Serve communities and contribute to national safety.
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Build marketable skills in a large, multi-disciplinary organisation.
🔗 Download Full Advert & Application Form: SAPS Careers – Graduate Recruitment Scheme