The Gauteng Office of the Premier is once again opening its doors to empower unemployed graduates with workplace exposure through its prestigious Internship Programme. This initiative is designed to give young South Africans the opportunity to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and professional experience, while contributing to the provincial government’s efforts to deliver on its service mandate.
Purpose of the Internship Programme
The Internship Programme forms part of the Gauteng Provincial Government’s broader skills development agenda, aimed at tackling unemployment among youth. By equipping graduates with practical skills, the programme enhances their employability and prepares them for future opportunities in both the public and private sectors. Interns are placed in different units within the Office of the Premier, where they gain valuable hands-on experience while being mentored by seasoned professionals.
STIPEND: R89,407.50 per annum depending on the level of qualification.
| POST | REFERENCE NO: | QUALIFICATIONS |
| Service Delivery Interventions | REFS/023141 | NQF Level6/7/8 in Public Management & Governance/ Public Management/ Political Studies/ Administration/ Data Science, Analytics/ Information Technology/ Business Administration, Management/ Social Sciences/ Marketing/ Computer Sciences |
| Occupational Health and Safety | REFS/023140 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Occupational Health and Safety/ Safety Management |
| Human Resource Development | REFS/023139 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Human Resource Management/ Management of Training/ Organisational Development |
| Labour Relations. | REFS/023135 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Human Resource Management / Labour Relations/ Administration /Public Administration |
| Organizational Development | REFS/023133 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Management Services/Operations Management |
| Employee Health & Wellness | REFS/023129 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Psychology/ Industrial Psychology/ Human Resources/ Social Work |
| Human Resource Planning and Transformation | REFS/023127 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Human Resource Management/Public Administration/ Industrial Psychology/ Social, Human -Science/ Psychology. |
| Infrastructure Plannning | REFS/023125 | NQF 6/7/8 in Town & Regional Planning/ Project Management/ Administration/ Developmental Studies |
| Strategic Operational Support X2 | REFS/023124 | NQF Level 6/7/8 in Public Management/ Administration/ Social Sciences with Monitoring & Evaluation/ Auditing |
| Strategy and Planning | REFS/023123 | NQF 6/7/8 in Public Administration/ Public Management & Governance/ Social Sciences/ Business Management/Economics/Monitoring & Evaluation/Public Policy/ Development Studies/ Political Sciences/ Research/Administration / Strategy Management |
Requirements:
All applicants must be:
- Between the ages of 18 – 35 years
- South African citizen
- Gauteng Province Residence
- Unemployed graduates who have NOT participated in an internship programme in government
- Students who have completed their academic theory and need of experiential training to achieve their qualifications
- Studying or have studied at a recognized institution of higher learning in the Republic of South Africa.
How to Apply
The following documents should accompany your application:
- New Z83 form
- Motivation letter also indicating placement area
- Detailed curriculum vitae
- Certified copies of identity document, senior certificate & qualifications including academic transcript.
Applicants must forward their applications online only to Gauteng Professional Job Centre www.gautengonline.gov.za
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE Z83 FORM
Benefits of Joining the Programme
Interns gain exposure to the inner workings of the provincial government, learning about policy development, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and service delivery. Beyond work experience, interns develop professional networks and build confidence to take on future leadership roles. Many graduates of the programme have successfully transitioned into permanent roles within government or have secured positions in other sectors using the skills acquired.
Our Conclusion
The Gauteng Office of the Premier Internship Programme is more than just an opportunity; it is a platform for young graduates to make a meaningful contribution to governance and service delivery while carving out a successful career path. For those who are dedicated, committed, and eager to grow, this programme could be the stepping stone to a brighter future.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Lerato Makoe – Tel 011 355 6013, Mr Richard Mathabela – Tel 011 355 6090, Mr Smangaliso Buthelezi – Tel 011 355 6481.
CLOSING DATE: 05 SEPTEMBER 2025
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The Gautengonline job application system is down almost half the time when the advert is open. Our children couldn’t apply for the Gauteng OOP Internship programmes because the Application System was down or couldn’t handle the traffic the whole of this week from 01 Sept 2025.