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Department of Water and Sanitation Internship Opportunity in South Africa | 2025-2026
About the Internship Programme
The Department of Water and Sanitation invites unemployed South African graduates (ages 18-35) to apply for the 2025/26 Internship Programme. This 24-month internship provides valuable work exposure across various fields for graduates who hold a National Diploma or Degree from a recognized South African university.
If you have completed all theoretical studies and require practical training to obtain your qualification, you are also encouraged to apply.
Available Internship Opportunities
Internships are available in multiple provinces and fields of study, including:
Gauteng Province (Head Office, Pretoria & Roodeplaat)
- Risk Management (Ref No: 240125/14 & 240125/15 for persons with disabilities)
Qualifications: Risk Management, Internal Audit, Auditing, Accounting - Administration (Ref No: 240125/16 & 240125/22 for persons with disabilities)
Qualifications: Office Administration, Public Administration, Public Management - Employee Health & Wellness (Ref No: 240125/17 & 240125/18 for persons with disabilities)
Qualifications: Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Management - Human Resource Development (Ref No: 240125/19 & 240125/20 for persons with disabilities)
Qualifications: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development - Hospitality Management (Ref No: 240125/23 & 240125/24) (Location: Roodeplaat)
Qualifications: N6 Certificate / National Diploma / Degree in Hospitality Management - Communication / Media Studies (Ref No: 240125/44)
Qualifications: Communication, Media Studies - Financial Management (Ref No: 240125/47)
Qualifications: Financial Management - Supply Chain Management (Ref No: 240125/48)
Qualifications: Supply Chain Management - Information Technology (Ref No: 240125/50)
Qualifications: Information Technology
Mpumalanga Province (Mbombela)
- Financial Management (Ref No: 240125/25)
Qualifications: Financial Management, Accounting - Communication & ICT (Ref No: 240125/26)
Qualifications: Information & Communication Technologies, IT - Communication / Media Studies (Ref No: 240125/27)
Qualifications: Communication, Media Studies - Human Resource Management (Ref No: 240125/28)
Qualifications: Human Resource Management
Eastern Cape Province (King William’s Town)
- Financial Management (Ref No: 240125/30)
Qualifications: Financial Management - Supply Chain Management (Ref No: 240125/31)
Qualifications: Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Purchasing Management - Information & Communication Technologies (Ref No: 240125/32)
Qualifications: ICT, IT
North West Province (Mahikeng)
- Administration (Monitoring & Evaluation) (Ref No: 240125/35)
Qualifications: Social Science, Development Studies - Financial Accounting (Ref No: 240125/37)
Qualifications: Financial Management, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting - Human Resource Management (Ref No: 240125/39 & 240125/40 for persons with disabilities)
Qualifications: Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology - Communication (Ref No: 240125/41)
Qualifications: Communication, Marketing, Journalism
NB: Applicants must not have participated in an internship programme previously (this will be verified).
Why Join This Internship?
- Gain valuable work experience in your field of study
- Work with industry professionals in government
- Enhance your career prospects in a structured work environment
- Earn while you learn with a stipend provided
How To Apply?
Follow these steps to apply for the Department of Water and Sanitation Internship Programme 2025:
Prepare Your Documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of your ID and qualifications
- Academic transcripts (if required)
- Reference Number of the internship position you are applying for
Submit Your Application:
- Email your application to Official Application Email
- Or, submit your application via post to the relevant Department of Water and Sanitation regional office (Check official website or advertisement for addresses).
Application Deadline:
- Ensure you apply before the closing date (check official sources for exact deadlines).
Important Notes:
- Applications without a reference number or missing documents will not be considered.
- If you do not hear back within a certain period, consider your application unsuccessful.
- This internship is strictly for unemployed graduates who have never participated in a government internship programme before.
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career!
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Intern
Duration of employment
24-months12-months
Industry
Government Administration
Job Location
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Date posted
February 24, 2025
Valid through
February 24, 2026
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