Are you a recent engineering graduate looking for real‑world experience right now? Sol Plaatje Municipality is offering a 24‑month Municipal Engineering Internship Programme 2026 that could jump‑start your career.
What the internship is
The municipality is inviting unemployed South African graduates to join a structured, paid internship in the Infrastructure & Services directorate. The programme runs for 24 months and is based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. Ten positions are available across a range of engineering disciplines.
- Reference: BFI01‑MIP
- Internship location: Sol Plaatje Municipality, Kimberley
- Programme duration: 24 months
- Number of posts: 10
- Closing date: 13 November 2026 at 12:00
Who can apply
You must be a South African citizen, currently unemployed, and able to commit to the full two‑year period. A valid driver’s licence and proof of residence in the Sol Plaatje area are also required. You need a recognised qualification in one of the following fields:
Civil Engineering (2 places)
- National or Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Civil Engineering
- Equivalent qualification
Analytical Chemistry (2 places)
- National or Advanced Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
- BSc in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry
- Equivalent qualification
Chemical Engineering (2 places)
- National or Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Chemical Engineering
- Equivalent qualification
Mechatronics Engineering (2 places)
- National or Advanced Diploma in Mechatronics Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering
- Equivalent qualification
Mechanical Engineering (2 places)
- National or Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- BEng or BSc Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
- Equivalent qualification
What you will gain
Interns will work on real municipal projects and learn how a local government manages infrastructure. You may be involved in:
- Planning, designing and implementing infrastructure projects
- Water, sanitation and wastewater treatment operations
- Roads, storm‑water and civil works
- Laboratory sampling, testing and quality control
- Maintenance of mechanical and electro‑mechanical plant
- Asset management, technical inspections and reporting
- Contract administration and occupational health & safety
- Exposure to ECSA or SACNASP professional registration pathways (depending on discipline)
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Full CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications and transcripts
- Valid driver’s licence
- Proof of residence
- Completed Sol Plaatje Municipality Application for Employment Form (hand‑written in black ink)
- Combine all documents into a single PDF file.
- Email the PDF to municipalinternships@bigengroup.com using the subject line “BFI01‑MIP – Engineering Internship”.
- Make sure the email reaches the recruitment team before 13 Nov 2026, 12:00.
Click here to apply for Sol Plaatje Municipality Engineering Internships 2026
Tips to improve your chances
- Write a clear, concise CV that highlights any project work, lab experience or field placements.
- Proofread the handwritten application form; illegible entries lead to disqualification.
- Show genuine interest in municipal engineering in your cover letter or CV.
- Check that your driver’s licence and proof of residence are up to date.
- Apply for only one discipline per application form; submit separate PDFs for each if you want to be considered for more than one.
- Be prepared for verification steps: qualification checks, references, criminal record screening.
Next steps
Make a checklist of the documents, finish your application form, and send the PDF before the deadline. Remember, the internship does not guarantee a permanent job, but it gives you two years of hands‑on municipal engineering experience that many employers value.
Contact for enquiries
For any questions, email municipalinternships@bigengroup.com. The same address appears on the official application form.
