In a rapidly urbanizing world, smart cities are no longer a distant dream — they are a necessity. The City of Johannesburg, one of Africa’s most progressive metropolitan municipalities, continues to pioneer innovation with its Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Internship Programme. This initiative, designed for forward-thinking graduates, is aimed at building capacity in transport technology and sustainable urban mobility.
WHAT IS THE INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM (ITS) INTERNSHIP?
The ITS Internship Programme is a structured work-based experience offered by the Transport Department of the City of Joburg. It targets recent graduates who are eager to gain practical exposure in intelligent transport technologies — systems that optimize traffic flow, enhance commuter experience, and reduce environmental impact.
This internship is ideal for those interested in smart traffic management, real-time data analysis, sensor technologies, mobility planning, and automated systems integration. Participants work alongside seasoned transport engineers and IT specialists on real municipal projects that impact millions of commuters daily.
POSTS: INTERNSHIP: INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEM
Duration: 18 Months
REMUNERATION: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
LOCATION: Old Mutual Building, 75 Helen Joseph Street
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Grade 12, (NQF level 4); and
- Completed NQF level 6 – National Diploma in IT/Network and Communication (ICT)/Advanced Public Transport Management Systems (APTMS)/Data Analysis/Automated Fare Collection (AFC);
- Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Benefits of the Programme:
- Hands-on experience with advanced ITS technologies and municipal transport planning
- Monthly stipend to support living expenses during the internship period
- Mentorship from leading industry professionals in both public and private transport sectors
- Exposure to projects such as traffic signal optimization, smart sensors, public transport monitoring systems, and data-driven mobility strategies
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Operate the terminal of the AFC system in the control centre. Receive “online ” data regarding sales from the Automated Fare Company (AFC), station top-up vendors and the BOC in complimentary and feeder buses. Implement checks and balances to ensure consistency of technology. Monitor the data received from the AFC to identify problem areas, e.g. inadequacy of turnstiles. Request Manager: Control Centre to focus on any problem area identified. Monitor above to determine the extent and nature of problem areas and present a motivated and substantiated proposal to the Deputy Director: Operations to address problem areas. Brief daily reports to the Deputy Director:
Operations in respect of the number, extent and nature of interventions dealt with. Weekly and monthly report to the Deputy Director: Operations. Provide support to and cooperate with the Fare Analyst to measure revenues against operational expenditures, ie. Checking the top-up vendor report, check the contract payment obligations, adjustment formulas, and the daily deposit report to evaluate and to project the economic cost of the operational plans and the technical and public fare.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Project Management skills;
- Ability to immediately package problem situations and take appropriate decisions in terms of delegated authority;
- Ability to map and monitor data across various mediums to check consistency;
KEY LEARNING AREAS:
- Development of Application Assessment/Strategy Management;
- Achieve financial management;
- Achieve sustainable stakeholder relations;
- Leading and directing staff;
- Deliver the project on time and within budget (Project Management).
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ENQUIRIES ONLY: Contact Person: Karabo Khumalo (011) 022 8656
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NOTE:
- This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities, who qualifies for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before.
- This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months.
- Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular.
- Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV).
- Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.
- The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Appointments will be made in accordance with the COJ Employment Equity policy and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer
- Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application
Why this Internship Matters:
As cities worldwide move toward digital transformation, the ITS Internship gives graduates a competitive edge in a future-focused industry. Whether it leads to permanent municipal roles or opportunities in the private sector, this programme builds a bridge between academic learning and professional practice — all while contributing to a smarter, greener Johannesburg.
CLOSING DATE: 27 JUNE 2025
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