City of Johannesburg Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Internship – Programme for Office Administration Vacancies. The closing date for applications is the 22 October 2025.
About the Internship
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) is looking for young graduates in Johannesburg who want real‑world experience in city work. This 18‑month internship sits inside the Environmental Infrastructure Service Department, in the Finance branch, and is based at Traduna House, 118 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
What You’ll Do
- Help the Director of Finance with everyday office work.
- Keep track of important documents and filing systems.
- Support meetings, performance reviews, and leave paperwork.
- Work on finance‑related projects and paperwork for the city.
Why It Matters
You’ll see how a big city runs, meet government people, and learn skills that work anywhere—like using Microsoft Word and Excel, staying organized, and talking to different teams.
Remuneration
- You’ll receive a monthly stipend of R10 109.86.
- No extra benefits—just the money to help you while you learn.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must meet all of the following:
- High‑school diploma (Matric / Grade 12, NQF Level 4).
- Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Office Administration, or a related field (minimum NQF Level 7).
- Be an unemployed graduate (no previous internship experience).
- Live within the City of Johannesburg.
Key Learning Areas
During the internship you’ll gain hands‑on experience in:
- Office support for the Director of Finance
- Gathering and filing mandatory documents (Learning Plans, Declaration of Interest, etc.)
- Organizing meetings and performance‑management paperwork
- Helping with leave‑management for Finance and Support teams
Leading Competencies
We want people who can:
- Use computers confidently (Microsoft Word & Excel)
- Speak clearly and work well with others
- Keep tasks private, stay professional, and organize work efficiently
Core Competencies
You should also have:
- A basic grasp of office tasks and workflow
- Some knowledge of HR and training processes (bonus!)
- A proactive, detail‑oriented attitude
How to Apply
Only online applications are accepted. Feel free to skip any paper forms.
- Go to the City of Johannesburg recruitment portal:
https://share‑eu1.hsforms.com/10aC5qZyiQ3m6DXdeUV79Uwew554 - Follow the prompts and submit your details.
- Optionally visit the official City of Johannesburg site:
www.joburg.org.za
Important Information
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2025
- Only shortlisted candidates will get a call.
- If you hear nothing within six (6) weeks after the deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.
- By applying, you agree for the city to use your personal info for hiring purposes.
Enquiries
If you have any questions:
Siphiwe Khumalo
Phone: (011) 082 7997
This City of Johannesburg Internship in Office Administration gives you a chance to build a career in local government. Apply before 22 October 2025 and start your journey with one of South Africa’s largest cities.