Internship at the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA)

If you’re a South African graduate who is currently looking for work, SHRA is offering a 24‑month internship program that pays a monthly stipend of R11 175.00. The job gives you real workplace experience in the social housing sector and runs from 30 January 2026 to 30 July 2027. You can work in several locations across South Africa. This post explains what the internship is about, the roles you can fill, and how to apply.

About SHRA

SHRA is a public body that makes sure that affordable rental homes are built, managed and kept safe for people who earn a middle‑to‑low income, especially in cities. The Authority checks that projects meet rules, helps funding, and builds the skills of organisations that run social housing. By working for SHRA you will see how a government agency supports people’s homes and communities.

What the Internship Offers

• Hands‑on work experience for graduates who are still finding their first job.
• Skill building in areas such as housing, construction and community care.
• A look at how the public sector runs, how decisions are made and how projects are carried out.
• Support for young people who want to learn more about the built environment and help people in their neighborhoods.

Only South African citizens can apply. All applicants must be under 35 years old when the internship starts.

Available Internship Posts for 2026

Collections Administrator Intern – Durban

What you’ll do: Handle paperwork for rent payments, track debts, keep rental records, do bookkeeping and help create reports for the rentals department.

What we need: A National Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Economics or Financial Management.

Skills you’ll use: Rental management, bookkeeping, credit control and basic computer use.

Leasing Administrator Intern – Durban

What you’ll do: Manage the leasing process, collect rent, keep tenant records, create reports and support daily admin work in the First Metro Housing Company.

What we need: Completed Grade 12 and a Bachelor’s degree.

Company Secretary Intern – Johannesburg

What you’ll do: Keep official records, help with compliance, set up board meetings, arrange travel for council members, update policy files and handle general office tasks in the CEO’s office.

What we need: A Diploma in Administration.

Project Management Quantity Surveyor Intern – Newcastle

What you’ll do: Inspect sites, check measurements, verify contractor payments, track costs, record changes, write site reports and talk with contractors and consultants at Buhlebezwe Property NPC.

What we need: A degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction.

Social Work / Community Development Intern – Port Elizabeth

What you’ll do: Assess residents, manage cases, engage with the community, help during crises, coordinate with stakeholders, host community events and support advocacy at the Imizi Housing Head Office.

What we need: A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Social Sciences with a focus on Community Development.

Tenant Liaison Officer Intern – East London

What you’ll do: Communicate with tenants, handle lease paperwork, manage complaints, allocate units, manage waiting lists, process tenant exits and run empowerment activities in the SOHCO department.

What we need: A degree in Social Sciences that covers leasing, tenant or property management.

Project Administrator Intern – Durban

What you’ll do: Produce project reports, check tenant lists, track unit completion, verify quarterly evidence, file documents and analyse trends for the Project Development team at FMHC.

What we need: A degree in the Built Environment (Quantity Surveying, Civil, Electrical, Construction Management) or in Project Management.

How to Apply

Complete the SHRA Internship Application Form and send it to us by email.

Send the following documents to recruitment@shra.org.za:

• Certified copies of your South African ID, your qualifications and your CV.
• Proof that you live in South Africa.

Important reminders:

• Use scanned copies, not photos of your documents.
• Make sure your application is complete and on time.
• Only shortlisted candidates will receive a reply.
• If you haven’t heard from us within 60 days after the closing date, your application will be considered unsuccessful.

Apply today and start your career in social housing! The deadline for submitting your application is 30 January 2026.