City of Johannesburg Student Internship – 2025
The City of Johannesburg is looking for students who live in Johannesburg to join its Student Internship Programme for 2025. You will work in the Group Finance Department, specifically in the Registry & Archiving team. The job lasts up to 18 months and pays a monthly stipend of R3 500. There are no extra benefits. The office is at Thuso House, 61 Jorissen Street in Braamfontein. Applications close on Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
What the Internship Is All About
This internship is a hands‑on learning experience. It gives students a chance to see what a real office looks like, especially for those who need work exposure to finish their studies or want real‑world practice after graduation. The City of Johannesburg wants to help young people grow skills and find fair job chances in the future.
How the Internship Will Work
- Job Title: Internship – Registry & Archiving
- Office: Group Finance, Thuso House, Braamfontein
- Length: 18 months maximum
- Pay: R3 500 per month, paid only, no extra perks
- Who We Want: Johannesburg‑resident students who have never had an internship before
During the internship you will act as a helper for the office’s record‑keeping team. From keeping files in order to making sure information is stored online, you’ll get ground‑up experience. You will also learn how the city keeps track of all its documents, as well as rules about handling public records.
Do You Qualify?
You need to meet these simple checks:
- Finish Grade 12 (NQF Level 4).
- Be a current student working toward a diploma or certificate.
- Know how to use Microsoft Office apps like Word and Excel.
- Knowing a bit about document management or office help is a plus.
- Understanding how the public sector works is helpful.
- Live in Johannesburg.
If you meet all the points above and are ready to learn, you can apply.
What You Will Do
You’ll help the team keep the city’s files tidy and easy to find. Your daily tasks may include:
- Helping with filing, retrieving, and letting go of old records.
- Scanning documents and putting them in a digital system.
- Making sure storing rules are followed.
- Supporting office chores that keep the team going smoothly.
You will also learn the rules that say how long records must stay, how to protect them, and how to dispose of them safely.
Skills You Will Build
After you finish the internship you’ll have new abilities that employers love, such as:
- Working fast and keeping track of many little tasks.
- Communicating clearly with coworkers.
- Using Excel and Word to create, edit, and share documents.
- Paying close attention to details.
- Working by yourself or with a team.
You will also know the city’s own handbook and the National Archiving Act, so you know what the law requires when storing documents.
Fair Hiring
The City of Johannesburg treats everyone equally. The city follows its Employment Equity Policy to make sure that everyone has a fair shot at a job. Candidates who meet the job requirements and are the best fit will be considered first.
Apply Today
All applications must be sent online. Click the button below to start your application. The form only accepts online entries, so simply fill it out and follow the instructions.
Apply Now – City of Johannesburg Student Internship 2025
If you need more information, or have a question about the job, you can call or email Faniswa Lokwe at (011) 075 1562.
Things to Remember
- Only online applications will be read.
- If you do not hear back within six weeks after the closing date, the application was not successful.
Good luck, and we look forward to hearing from you!