The Department of Human Settlements is offering a 24-month internship programme aimed at providing unemployed graduates with valuable work experience across various disciplines. This initiative supports skills development and prepares graduates for future employment opportunities.
Office of the Director-General Internship (Ref No: DOHS01/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Social Sciences
Internal Audit Internship (Ref No: DOHS/02/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Internal Audit
Human Resource Management Internship (Ref No: DOHS/03/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, or Public Management
ICT & Records Management Internship (Ref No: DOHS/04/2025)
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Certificate such as CompTIA
- Bachelor's Degree in IT or Computer Science
Communications Internship (Ref No: DOHS/05/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Social Media, Content Management, Community Management, Graphic Design, Multimedia, or Audio-Visual
Legal Services Internship (Ref No: DOHS/06/2025)
- LLB Degree
Financial Management Services Internship (Ref No: DOHS/07/2025)
- Diploma/B-Tech/Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Accounting or Auditing
Grants Management Services Internship (Ref No: DOHS/08/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Cost Management Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Accounting, or Business Management
Supply Chain Management Internship (Ref No: DOHS/09/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Purchasing Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent
Compliance & Entities Oversight Internship (Ref No: DOHS/10/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in LLB, B.Com Law, Financial Management, Public & Business Management, Compliance & Risk Management, or Internal Audit
Sector Information Management System & Performance Monitoring Internship (Ref No: DOHS/11/2025)
- National Diploma/Degree in Built Environment, Town & Regional Planning, Project Management, Information Technology, or Public Management
International Relations Internship (Ref No: DOHS/12/2025)
- Degree/Diploma in International Relations
IGR & Capacity Assembly Internship (Ref No: DOHS/13/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Public Administration
Emergency Housing Internship (Ref No: DOHS/14/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Project Management, Civil/Structural Engineering
Informal Settlements Upgrading Internship (Ref No: DOHS/15/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Built Environment, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or Town Planning
Human Settlements Planning Support Internship (Ref No: DOHS/16/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Town & Regional Planning, Human Settlements Policy, Project Management, or Financial Analysis
Human Settlements Policy Development Internship (Ref No: DOHS/17/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Public/Social/Development Studies, Social Sciences, Public Management, Public Administration, or Human Settlements
Human Settlements Sector Research Internship (Ref No: DOHS/18/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Economics, Statistics, Financial Modelling, or Human Settlements
Transversal Programmes & Projects Internship (Ref No: DOHS/19/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Project Management, Public Administration, or Development
Rental & Social Housing Internship (Ref No: DOHS/20/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Housing, Human Settlements, or Project Management
Affordable Housing Internship (Ref No: DOHS/21/2025)
- Diploma/Degree in Housing, Human Settlements, or Project Management
- South African citizens only.
- Must have a relevant qualification in the chosen field.
- Must be unemployed graduates.
- Applicants must not have participated in an internship programme before.
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Real-World Experience – Gain hands-on knowledge in your field.
- Career Development – Build practical skills and industry expertise.
- Networking Opportunities – Work alongside professionals in the sector.
- Competitive Stipend – Earn R7 450.75 per month.
Prepare Your Application Documents
- Updated CV highlighting your education, skills, and experience.
- Certified copies of your qualifications and academic transcripts.
- Certified copy of your ID.
- Motivation Letter stating your interest in the internship.
Submit Your Application
- Applications must be emailed/posted/delivered as per the Department’s instructions.
- Use the correct reference number for your chosen internship position.
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and assessments.
Kickstart your career in public service with the Department of Human Settlements! Apply now!
