INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
POST 13/187: INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (2026–2028)
Overview:
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) invites unemployed graduates to apply for its 24-month Internship Programme.
Duration:
01 July 2026 – 30 June 2028
This programme aims to provide qualifying candidates with practical skills, knowledge, and experience to enhance their participation in the labour market.
The dtic seeks aspiring public servants who align with its vision of a dynamic, industrial, and globally competitive South African economy driven by inclusive growth, development, decent employment, and equity.
Stipend:
R7 860.50 per month
(Stipend is based on the highest qualification at the time of appointment)
Centre:
- Sunnyside, Pretoria
Requirements:
Applicants must be:
- Unemployed South African graduates
- In possession of a tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6 or higher)
Fields of Study:
- Public Management / Public Administration
- Business Management / Business Administration
- Human Resource Management / Development
- Communication / Public Relations
- Law
- Software Development
- Economics
- Statistics / Econometrics
- Agricultural Economics / Forestry Science
- Development Studies
- Accounting / Financial Management / Cost & Management Accounting
- Risk Management
- Internal Auditing / Auditing
- Natural Sciences (Microbiology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Bioengineering)
- Mining Engineering / Metallurgy Commerce
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Supply Chain Management / Procurement
- International Politics
Key Competencies:
- Good interpersonal skills
- Professionalism and integrity
- Ability to work under pressure
- Deadline-driven
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Understanding of government systems and processes
- Ambitious with a willingness to learn
Enquiries:
- Donald Mathavha: (012) 394 3864 / 064 850 9379
- Teaman Nghunyule: (012) 394 1563 / 060 998 0775
- Ursula Pitse: (012) 394 1852
- Vusi Mazibuko: (012) 394 5608
Note:
In line with the dtic’s Employment Equity (EE) requirements, preference will be given to:
- African males
- Persons with disabilities
APPLICATIONS : For the Internship can be submitted: Via e-mail to intern2026@thedtic.gov.za