Are you a fresh graduate in South Africa who hasn’t found a job yet? The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has a chance for you: a 24‑month Project Management Internship for 2026. This internship will give you a full work experience in a government office in Pretoria, with a monthly pay of R12,000. The role is open to four interns and will help you build real skills in planning, running and reviewing projects.
Internship Application Closing Date: 18 November 2025
Internship Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
About the Internship
The CIPC, which works under the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), wants to help young people turn their university studies into real jobs. This internship lasts two years and focuses on project management – the process of keeping projects on time and on budget. You will learn how to support teams, keep records, and use tools that are common in the field.
Internship Details
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme – 4 Project Management spots
- Duration: 24 months
- Location: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria
- Monthly Stipend: R12,000.00
- Reference Number: Project Management Intern x4
If you get chosen, you will sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement with the CIPC.
Minimum Requirements
To apply you need to meet these basics:
- Be a South African citizen aged 18 to 35.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Project Management.
- Know at least one project method such as Agile or Waterfall.
- Having a certification like CAPM or PRINCE2 Foundation is a plus.
- Be currently unemployed and have no previous work experience.
- Never have taken part in another internship program.
Key Responsibilities
As an intern you will:
- Help plan and monitor projects from start to finish.
- Keep documentation and write reports for the team.
- Learn to use popular project‑management software.
- Work with different groups on internal and external projects.
- Support the use of Agile or Waterfall approaches within the office.
Required Documents
When you submit your application online, upload these items in the correct sections:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of your qualification(s)
Note: If you miss a document or put it in the wrong section, your application will be automatically rejected.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only online through the CIPC careers portal. Click the link below to start your application. Remember, paper or email applications will not be considered.
Apply here for the CIPC Project Management Internship Programme 2026
Only online applications will be accepted.
Important Notes
- Successful candidates will go through a qualification and citizenship check.
- If you have a foreign qualification, it must be assessed by SAQA.
- You must be ready for interviews on dates and times set by the CIPC.
- Only shortlisted candidates will receive feedback.
- The CIPC may decide not to fill all the advertised spots.
- Applicants who help balance workforce diversity will have a higher chance of selection.
Need help with your application? Call the CIPC Recruitment Office at 087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7197.