The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) invites applications from unemployed South African graduates aged 18-35 for the 2025-2026 Internship Programme.
CLOSING DATE: 07 February 2025, Time: 16h00
DURATION: 24-month internship
STIPEND: R89,408 per annum
This is an invaluable opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience within a government department dedicated to the management and conservation of water resources in South Africa.
Internship Overview:
Our internship programme aims to provide recent graduates with the opportunity to acquire practical experience and training to enhance their employability.
Interns will be exposed to various aspects of departmental operations, fostering skills that will be beneficial in their future careers.
Opportunities Available:
The Department is looking for dynamic individuals in the following study fields. Please refer to the post number for specific opportunities:
The details of the opportunities are as follows:
- POST 03/20 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: 070225/01:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: A four year LLB degree
- Number of posts: 6
- Enquirers: Adv B Naidoo (Tel No: 012 336 7219) and Mr H Jhupsee (Tel No: 012 336 6597)
- POST 03/21 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: 070225/02:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in IT with interests in software development, cyber security, networking, desktop or server support
- Number of posts: 4
- Enquirers: Ms A Kitchen (Tel No 012 336 8157)
- POST 03/22 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: 070225/03:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in IT
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Mr K Mabela (Tel No. 012 336 7121)
- POST 03/23 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: COMMUNICATIONS REF NO: 070225/06:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in multimedia and audio-visual studies (priority), journalism or public relations
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Ms Wisane Mavasa (Tel No. 012 336 8264)
- POST 03/24 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: COMMUNICATIONS REF NO: 070225/07:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in graphic design or journalism
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Mr Bongani Mlangeni (Tel: 012 336 7957)
- POST 03/25 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: COMMUNICATIONS REF NO: 070225/08:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in public relations or communication science
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Mr Malentswe Tshabalala (Tel: 012 336 6813)
- POST 03/26 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: SECURITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 070225/09:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in security management
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Mr Mandu Buys (Tel No. 012 336 8321)
- POST 03/27 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: VETTING AND SCREENING REF NO: 070225/10:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in social science or policing
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Mr Mandu Buys (Tel No. 012 336 8321)
- POST 03/28 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 070225/11:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in administration
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Mr Mandu Buys (Tel No. 012 336 8321)
- POST 03/29 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 070225/12:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in administration
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Ms M Maponya (Tel No. 012 336 7046)
- POST 03/30 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: 070225/13:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in public administration, social science or development studies
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Ms F Motsitja (Tel No. 012 336 7373)
- POST 03/31 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: 070225/14:
- Centre: Pretoria (Roodeplaat)
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in human resource management
- Number of posts: 1
- Enquirers: Ms T Masilela (Tel No. 012 808 9619)
- POST 03/32 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION REF NO: 070225/15:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in human resource management, public administration or industrial psychology
- Number of posts: 5
- Enquirers: Ms L Mabole (Tel No: 012 336 8775)
- POST 03/33 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: 070225/16:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in labour relations, labour law or Bcom industrial psychology
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Ms J Songo (Tel No: 012 336 6593)
- POST 03/34 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF NO: 070225/17:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in management services, organisational psychology, operations management or production management
- Number of posts: 5
- Enquirers: Mr Wessel Marais (Tel No: 012 336 8022)
- POST 03/35 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: 070225/18:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in financial management, public finance or accounting
- Number of posts: 14
- Enquirers: Franco Mathibela (Tel No: 012 336 7241)
- POST 03/36 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: RESEARCH AGENDA AND LIBRARY SERVICES REF NO: 070225/19:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in library or information management, information science
- Number of posts: 2
- Enquirers: Ms M Mokhele (Tel No: 012 336 8284 / 6950)
- POST 03/37 : INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: KNOWLEDGE CONTENT AND INFORMATION REF NO: 070225/20:
- Centre: Head Office Pretoria
- Stipend: R89 408 per annum
- Requirement: Study field: National Diploma or Degree in knowledge management
AND MORE OPPORTUNITIES…
Requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen between the ages of 18-35.
- Completion of a National Diploma or Degree from a recognized South African university in the relevant field.
- Candidates must not have participated in an internship programme previously.
- Individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Process:
Interested applicants must complete the newly implemented Z83 form, which can be obtained from the Department of Water and Sanitation’s website or the DPSA website. Applications are to be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, and all required details must be filled out on the Z83 form.
To Apply:
- Email your application specifying the reference number for the position applied for in the subject line to the respective email addresses provided, or hand deliver to the relevant DWS offices.
- Applications must be received on or before 07 February 2025 at 16:00. No late applications will be accepted.
Enquiries:
For general enquiries, please contact the relevant individuals listed within each post at the numbers provided.
Important Notes:
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks, criminal and credit checks).
- Documentation such as copies of qualifications and an identity document must be produced by shortlisted candidates on the interview date.
- Applications that do not comply with the requirements will not be considered.
Join us in our mission to ensure sustainable water resource management across South Africa and bolster your career with invaluable government experience!
Department of Water and Sanitation – Your Future, Our Water!