Financial Management Internship – Laingsburg Municipality, 2026
The Laingsburg Municipality is looking for unemployed graduates from South Africa to join the Financial Management Internship Programme for 2026. The internship will be in the Department of Financial and Compliance Services in Laingsburg, Western Cape, and will give you hands‑on experience in city finance.
Deadline and Location
- Closing date: 5 January 2026
- Where you’ll work: Laingsburg Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa
What the Internship Involves
During the programme you will help with many parts of city budgeting and accounting. Some of the tasks you’ll do are:
- Follow the rules for financial reporting (GRAP) and budget procedures.
- Build reports that show how money is spent and earned.
- Put together budgets, financial statements, and reports for managers.
- Work on policies that guide how the city handles its money.
- Check accounts and do analysis to spot errors or opportunities.
- Enter and keep track of financial data in computers.
- Learn about city assets and insurance.
- Help manage the city’s revenue and spending.
- Support supply‑chain spending and the purchase of goods and services.
- Move around different departments so you see how the whole city runs.
- Carry out other finance‑related office work as needed.
The programme is a practical way to start a career in public sector finance.
Who Should Apply?
You need to meet a few simple minimum requirements:
- Education:
- A BCom, National Diploma, or a similar degree – preferably in Accounting.
- Language:
- Speak and write well in Afrikaans and English.
- Tech skills:
- Comfortable using Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Professional attitude:
- Able to work in a formal public‑sector environment.
If you have these, you can apply.
Key Rules for Your Application
- Only certified hard‑copy applications will be accepted.
- Emails or faxes are not accepted.
- Bring original certified copies of ID, certificates, transcripts, and any extra relevant certificates.
- We will check your qualifications and run a criminal record check.
- Trying to talk to the councilor or selection committee about your application is not allowed.
- If you don’t hear back within three months after 5 January 2026, your application will be considered unsuccessful.
Laingsburg Municipality welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, especially people who belong to designated groups or have disabilities.
How to Apply
1. Get the Application Form
You can download the form from the municipality’s website.
Download the Application Form here
2. Prepare Your Papers
You’ll need to submit:
- The filled‑out application form.
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of:
- Your ID document.
- Your university or college certificates and transcripts.
- Any other certificates that show your skills.
3. Send Your Application
You can hand it over or send it by post to:
The Municipal Manager
Laingsburg Municipality
Private Bag X4
Laingsburg, 6900
Or drop it in person at the municipal offices:
2 Van Riebeeck Street, Laingsburg
Make sure your application arrives on or before 5 January 2026.
Need More Info?
For questions about the internship, contact:
- Human Resources: Ms Noeline Gouws
- Phone: (023) 551 1019
Remember
- The application deadline is 5 January 2026.
- Late, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
If you’re ready to start a career in public finance and meet the requirements, this internship could be your first step into a rewarding field. Good luck!