The Department of Cooperative Governance is looking for ambitious South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme (X21 Posts). This exciting program is meant to give young professionals real-world experience working in government and give them the power to help improve service delivery in municipalities and provinces.
The program lasts for 24 months and gives interns a structured environment where they can work with experienced professionals. This will help them gain the skills and confidence they need to start successful careers in the public service sector.
- STIPEND : R7 860.39 per month
- CENTRE : Pretoria
| POST | REQUIREMENTS | APPLICATIONS |
| CORPORATE BRANDING AND COMMUNICATION REF NO: HRD/2025/1 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in graphic design and communication, Marketing or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment06@cogta.gov.za |
| HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/2 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Industrial Psychology, Social Sciences, Public Administration with focus in Personnel Practices or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA | Email to: Recruitment07@cogta.gov.za |
| INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: HRD/2025/3 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in information technology/ computer Science/ Informatics or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment08@cogta.gov.za |
| LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: HRD/2025/4 | LLB at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment09@cogta.gov.za |
| FACILITIES AND SECURITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/5 | National Diploma in Security Management, bachelor’s degree in social Sciences with Psychology, Social and Criminology as course, plus a valid driver’s licence or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment10@cogta.gov.za |
| COMMUNITY WORK S PROGRAMME (CWP) REF NO: HRD/2025/6 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public administration and Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment11@cogta.gov.za |
| CWP PARTNERSHIPS, TRAINING AND SPECIAL PROJECTS REF NO: HRD /2025/7 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in business management, Project Management with Contact Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment12@cogta.gov.za |
| CWP FINANCIAL COORDINATION REF NO: HRD/2025/8 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in financial management, Accounting or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognized by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment13@cogta.gov.za |
| SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/9 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment14@cogta.gov.za |
| INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: HRD/2025/10 | National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA | Email to: Recruitment15@cogta.gov.za |
| DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/11 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management or equivalent qualification with Disaster Risk Reduction at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment16@cogta.gov.za |
| DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY COORDINATION REF NO: HRD/2025/12 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in Disaster Management or equivalent qualification with Disaster Risk Reduction at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment17@cogta.gov.za |
| STRATEGIC AND EXECUTIVE SUPPORT REF NO: HRD/2025/13 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public management/ administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment18@cogta.gov.za |
| INTERNAL AUDIT AND RISK MANAGEMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/14 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit/ Risk Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment19@cogta.gov.za |
| LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT (DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL’S OFFICE) REF NO: HRD/2025/15 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment20@cogta.gov.za |
| LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT (GAUTENG AND FREE STATE CLUSTER) REF NO: HRD/2025/16 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public administration, Development studies or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment21@cogta.gov.za |
| LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT (LIMPOPO & MPUMALANGA CLUSTER) REF NO: HRD/2025/17 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public administration, Development studies or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment22@cogta.gov.za |
| LOCAL GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS AND SUPPORT (WESTERN CAPE/ EASTERN CAPE CLUSTER) REF NO: HRD/2025/18 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public administration, Development studies or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment23@cogta.gov.za |
| MUNICIPAL POWERS AND FUNCTIONS AND INTERVENTIONS SUPPORT REF NO: HRD/2025/19 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in public administration, Management or equivalent at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment24@cogta.gov.za |
| KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT, MONITORING AND REPORTING SYSTEMS REF NO: HRD/2025/20 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in development studies, Knowledge Management, Information Systems or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment25@cogta.gov.za |
| POLICY GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION (DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL’S OFFICE) REF NO: HRD/2025/21 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. | Email to: Recruitment26@cogta.gov.za |
| MUNICIPAL CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: HRD/2025/22 | National Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in human resource development, Public Administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA plus a valid driver’s license. | Email to: Recruitment27@cogta.gov.za |
For Internship Programme: Applicants should not have previously served as an intern or have been a contract worker in the Public Service (including Local Government)/Private Sector before the application. (Failure to disclose this will lead to disqualification/ dismissal)
The main benefits of the program
- Interns will get real-world experience with how government systems, processes, and service delivery work.
- Mentorship and Coaching: Senior professionals will help participants get ready for the workplace.
- Career Growth: The program gives you a strong base for getting a permanent job in the public service or a related field.
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Our Conclusion
The Department of Cooperative Governance Graduate Internship Programme is a great way for South African graduates to get valuable work experience, help with good governance, and open up new job opportunities. There are 21 internship positions open, so this is your chance to make a real difference in the development of your community and province.
ENQUIRIES: Ms M Bakhane / Mr S Ramphisa Tel No: (012) 334 0628/0629
CLOSING DATE: 10 October 2025
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