Graduates who are currently unemployed have a real chance to start their careers now – the Government Printing Works is offering 45 graduate internship positions for the 2027/2029 financial year.
What the internship programme is
The Government Printing Works (GPW) will run a 24‑month graduate internship programme. It is designed to give you hands‑on work experience that matches your qualification. The stipend is R8 174.75 per month. Internships are based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and the Sales – Regional Warehouse positions are in East London, Eastern Cape.
Who can apply
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must be unemployed at the time of application.
- You need the qualification listed for the specific internship.
- You must not have taken part in any GPW internship before.
- Each internship you want must be applied for separately, using the correct title and reference number.
- If your qualification is from abroad, you must have it evaluated by SAQA.
What you gain
- Structured training relevant to your field of study.
- Practical experience in a government environment.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Opportunities to take part in departmental projects and capacity‑building initiatives.
Internship positions available
| Internship | Ref No. | Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strategic Sourcing | GPW2026/01 | X2 | Degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management |
| Contract Management | GPW2026/02 | X2 | Degree in SCM / Procurement |
| Financial Services | GPW2026/03 | X4 | National Diploma / Degree in Financial Accounting |
| Asset and Inventory Management | GPW2026/04 | X1 | Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management / Accounting Management |
| Facilities Management | GPW2026/05 | X2 | Public Administration / Public Management / Facilities‑related qualification |
| Contracts and Litigation | GPW2026/06 | X1 | LLB / Paralegal |
| Enterprise Risk Management | GPW2026/07 | X1 | Risk Management / Law / Business Management / Finance / Commerce |
| Internal Audit | GPW2026/08 | X1 | Internal Auditing / Accounting Science |
| Office of the CEO | GPW2026/09 | X1 | Public Management / Public Administration / Office Management / Business Management |
| Office of the GM: Corporate Services | GPW2026/10 | X1 | Office Management and Technology |
| Office of the GM: Operations | GPW2026/11 | X1 | Public Management / Public Administration / Office Management and Technology / Operations Management |
| Communications | GPW2026/12 | X1 | Communication / Marketing / Media Studies |
| E‑Gazette Contact Centre | GPW2026/13 | X1 | Contact Centre Management or related qualification |
| Demand Planning | GPW2026/14 | X1 | Logistics / Supply Chain Management |
| Operations Planning | GPW2026/15 | X1 | Operations Management / Production / Project Management |
| Sales – Regional Warehouse East London | GPW2026/16 | X2 | Operations Management / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Business Management / Public Administration |
| Digitalization | GPW2026/17 | X1 | IT / Software Programming / Computer Systems / Engineering / Printing / Technology Management |
| Technical Technology Support: Quality, Health and Safety | GPW2026/18 | X1 | Quality Management / Operations Management / Engineering / Printing |
| Technical Technology Support: Technology Planning | GPW2026/19 | X1 | Industrial / Chemical Engineering |
| Rubber Stamps | GPW2026/20 | X1 | Graphic Design / Desktop Publishing |
| Security Management | GPW2026/21 | X1 | Security Management |
| Integrity Management and Investigations | GPW2026/22 | X1 | Investigation / Policing / Law / Social Sciences |
| Strategy Planning and Monitoring | GPW2026/23 | X2 | Public Administration / Public Management / Business Management |
| Enterprise Portfolio Management Office | GPW2026/24 | X1 | ICT / Project Management |
| Knowledge Management | GPW2026/25 | X1 | Information Science / Information Management / Records Management |
| ID and Passport Factory | GPW2026/26 | X1 | Industrial Engineering / Mechatronic Engineering |
| Paper Stores Central | GPW2026/27 | X1 | Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management |
| Equipment Maintenance | GPW2026/28 | X1 | Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering |
| Service Maintenance | GPW2026/29 | X1 | Electrical Engineering – Heavy Current |
| Employee Benefits and Administration | GPW2026/30 | X1 | Human Resources Management / Public Administration |
| Talent Management | GPW2026/31 | X1 | Human Resource Development / Management of Training / Human Resources Management |
| Performance Management & Development System | GPW2026/32 | X1 | Human Resource Development / Management of Training / Human Resources Management |
| Organisational Development and Change Management | GPW2026/33 | X1 | Work‑study / Operations Management / Management Services / Production Management / Industrial Psychology |
| Recruitment and Selection | GPW2026/34 | X1 | Human Resource Management |
| Labour Relations | GPW2026/35 | X1 | Labour Relations / Labour Law |
| Employee Health and Wellness | GPW2026/36 | X1 | Social Work / Psychology |
| Occupational Health and Safety | GPW2026/37 | X1 | Safety Management / OHS‑related qualification |
How to apply – step by step
- Download the new Z83 application form from the official GPW advert.
- Complete the form and sign it.
- Prepare an up‑to‑date CV.
- Choose the internship(s) you want. Remember – each vacancy has its own link (Grad2601 to Grad2637).
- Send an email to the link provided for the specific vacancy. In the subject line write the exact job title and reference number.
- Attach ONLY the completed Z83 form and your CV. Keep the total attachment size under 2 MB. Do not include pictures, zip files or PDFs other than the required documents.
- If you prefer, you can hand‑deliver your application to:
Government Printing Works
389 Sophie De Bruyn Street
Pretoria, Gauteng
Do not fax your application. The deadline is 19 October 2026 at 16:00 for hand‑delivered submissions and 23:59 on the same day for online applications.
Apply here for the Government Printing Works Internships 2027/2029
Tips to improve your chances
- Make sure your CV matches the qualification listed for the vacancy.
- Proofread the Z83 form; missing signatures lead to rejection.
- Use the exact title and reference number in the email subject – selectors filter by this.
- If you have a foreign qualification, obtain the SAQA evaluation before you apply.
- Submit your application before the deadline; late or incomplete applications are not considered.
Next steps
After you submit, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a suitability check. If you do not hear back within three months of the closing date, you can assume the application was not successful.
Take this opportunity to gain valuable experience and start building a professional network. Good luck!
