Gauteng Department of Health Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Pharmacy Internship Programme Vacancies. The closing date for applications is the 31 October 2025.
What’s the Pharmacy Internship all about?
The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has a full‑time 12‑month internship that will give new pharmacy graduates real workplace experience. You’ll spend a year working in Gauteng’s public hospitals, learning the skills that will help you pass the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) registration test and land a job in the health sector.
Inside the Internship
Core Rotations
- In‑Patient Pharmacy – Give medicines to patients in hospital wards and keep track of the medicine stocks.
- Out‑Patient Pharmacy – Fill prescriptions, talk with patients about their medicine, and give advice on staying healthy.
- Bulk Compounding & Pre‑Packing – Mix up disinfectants and other medicines in large batches, and pack ready‑to‑take medicine packets.
- Patient Care Areas – Join doctors on ward rounds and work closely with doctors, nurses and other health workers.
These rotations make sure you see every side of what a public hospital pharmacy does, so you leave the program ready for any pharmacy job.
How to Apply
Send a full application packet through email to HealthInternships@gauteng.gov.za. Pack this information:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Up to 4 pages, clean and easy to read.
- ID and Matric Certificate – Certified copies that are no more than 3 months old.
- Academic Records – Certified copies of your latest transcripts up to your third year.
- Letter from a University Lecturer – A testimonial that talks about your study performance and why you’re a good fit for this internship.
- Hospital Preferences – Pick three hospitals you would like to work at: one central/tertiary, one regional, and one district.
- Motivation Letter – Tell us why you chose these hospitals, why you care about the public health system, and what you hope to learn.
Quick Tips
- No late applications will be taken into account.
- If the contact details you send are wrong or outdated, we may disqualify you without a review.
- The final selection starts in November 2025 – you’ll get an email if you’re chosen.
For questions, contact:
- Ms. S. Kubheka – 068 424 0059
- Ms. S. Ndevu – 083 403 8346
Where will you work?
63 spots in total across Gauteng for the 2026 year. Below is a quick snapshot of where you may end up:
Central Hospitals (21 places)
- Chris Hani Baragwanath – 8
- Charlotte Maxeke – 10
- Steve Biko – 6
- George Mukhari – 7
Tertiary Hospitals (7 places)
- Helen Joseph – 3
- Kalafong – 3
- Tembisa – 1
Regional Hospitals (20 places)
- Far East Rand – 2
- Leratong – 3
- Sebokeng – 4
- Tambo Memorial – 2
- Thelle Mogoerane – 1
- Edenvale – 1
District Hospitals (13 places)
- Jubilee – 2
- Pretoria West – 1
- Bertha Gxowa – 3
- Tshwane District – 2
- Sedibeng Metro – 2
Specialised Hospitals (2 places)
- Weskoppies – 1
- Sterkfontein – 1
This mix means you’ll see all kinds of hospitals: big teaching centers and community‑rooted district sites, giving you a whole view of public healthcare.
Rules and Requirements
- Start date: The first working day of January 2026 – you must have SAPC intern registration ready.
- Only registered interns can begin.
- If you don’t pass the final pharmacy exams or need an extra exam, you’ll be out of the program.
- The internship runs for 12 months; extensions are only for special cases.
- The Department may adjust the number of positions depending on health service needs.
Why Should You Jump In?
- Real practice: This internship is more than a formality – it lets you apply what you studied in a real setting.
- Career booster: After 12 months, you’ll have experience that stands out to both public and private employers.
- Help the community: You’ll be part of a team that delivers quality care to many people in Gauteng.
- Learn the rules: You get hands‑on practice that matches the SAPC guidelines, so you’re ready for your professional registration exam.
If you’re organized, dedicated, and ready to give back while growing your pharmacy career, this internship is the perfect place for you.
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Apply now and start shaping a bright future in pharmacy while making a difference in people’s lives.