Civilian Secretariat for Police Service – Internship Program 2025 – 2027
The Civilian Secretariat for Police Service (CSPS) wants unemployed South African graduates to join its 24‑month internship program that runs from 2025 until 2027. The program will be based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and offers a monthly stipend of R7,860.39. Applications close on 7 November 2025.
The CSPS works to make the South African Police Service more open, accountable, and well‑planned. By sending fresh graduates into real work situations, the internship gives you hands‑on experience and a chance to learn from mentors in different public‑service roles.
Internship Positions
Each role pays the same stipend and runs for the full 24 months. All positions are in Pretoria.
| Ref No | Title | Needed Qualification | Application email |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSP/14/2025 | Legislation Intern | LLB (law) | Recruitment42@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/15/2025 | Office of the Secretary Intern | Internal Auditing | Recruitment42@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/16/2025 | Office of the Secretary Intern | Public Administration or Public Management | Recruitment52@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/17/2025 (Disability) | Office of the Secretary Intern | Public Administration or Public Management | Oratile.Phomane@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/18/2025 | Chief Financial Officer Intern | Supply Chain Management or Logistics | Recruitment72@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/19/2025 (2 posts) | Policy and Research Intern | Social Science (Criminology, Development Studies, or Political Science) | Recruitment52@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/20/2025 | Corporate Services Intern | Industrial Psychology | Recruitment72@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/21/2025 | Civilian Oversight Monitoring and Evaluation Intern | Data Analytics or Statistics | Oratile.Phomane@csp.gov.za |
| CSP/22/2025 | Civilian Oversight Monitoring and Evaluation Intern | Policing or Criminal Justice | Recruitment52@csp.gov.za |
Contact phone numbers:
- Ms N M Sefiti – (012) 493 1388 (all roles except the last two)
- Mr M Maiko – (012) 493 1390 (roles 3, 6, 8, 9)
- Mr M D Mashifane – (012) 493 1435 (roles 4, 5, 7)
How to Apply
- Fill out the Z83 form – you can get it from any Public Service department or download it from www.dpsa.gov.za.
- Write a CV – list every job you’ve had, the dates, and what you did.
- Do not send copies of your certificates now; only those who make it to the interview stage will need to send certified copies.
Send your application in one of these ways:
- Postal mail: Private Bag X922, Pretoria, 0001
- Hand delivery or courier: Civilian Secretariat for Police Service, 258 Lilian Ngoyi Street (Pretorius Street), Fedsure Building, 2nd Floor, Reception Desk, Pretoria
- Email: Use the email address listed above for each role. Put a reference to the role’s reference number in the subject line.
Key Things to Remember
- Late applications won’t be taken.
- The CSPS will contact only shortlisted candidates within one month after the deadline.
- You must not have worked in a Public Service internship before.
- Your degree must come from an accredited university or college.
- The CSPS looks for a mix of races, genders, and people with disabilities, so diversity matters.
Ready to apply?
If you’re a fresh graduate who is eager to learn from real work in the public sector, especially within law, auditing, public admin, supply chain, data, or policing, grab the chance. Send your files in time, use the correct email, and show the CSPS why you would be a valuable addition to their team. Good luck!