Department of Employment and Labour: Graduate Internships 2026

Graduate Internship Programme 2026 – Department of Employment and Labour

If you are a South African graduate who is currently looking for work, the Department of Employment and Labour is offering a 24‑month internship that gives you real job experience and a steady stipend. This programme is open to anyone who has finished university or a college diploma, is not currently working, and has never done an internship before. Applications close on 05 December 2025, and the internship will take place at the Department’s Head Office in Pretoria and at provincial offices across the country.

Why This Internship Is a Good Chance

• You’ll be paid a monthly stipend of R7 860.50.
• You’ll work in a real government setting and learn skills that are in demand.
• The Department values diversity. Youth, people with disabilities, and applicants from previously disadvantaged communities will get priority.
• The programme runs for two years, giving you plenty of time to grow and learn.

How to Apply

1. Visit SAYouth.mobi – type in “Project 20K” in the search box.
2. Don’t use the old Z83 site – it won’t be accepted.
3. After you finish the online form, you’ll need to upload certified copies of your ID, matric certificate, and academic transcripts.
4. If you live outside your province, you’ll need to arrange your own accommodation and transport.
5. Wait 8 weeks after 05 December 2025. If you haven’t heard anything by then, your application was not successful.

Apply now for the Department of Employment and Labour Graduate Internship Programme 2026

Internship Posts (24‑Month Terms)

Below are all the open positions. Each entry lists the reference code, where you’ll work, the stipend, what you need to qualify, and what you’ll do.

1. Remote ICT Technicians (4 Posts)

• Reference: HRP20KRIT/HO
• Location: Head Office, Pretoria
• Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
• What you need: National Diploma (NQF6) or Degree (NQF7) in IT; A+ or N+ certification is a plus.
• Your work: Offer remote and phone support, fix desktop problems, help set up user accounts, and manage ITSM calls.

2. ICT Service Desk Agents (4 Posts)

• Reference: HR/P20K/ISDA/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Higher Certificate or Diploma in ICT (NQF5), A+ Certificate.
• Your work: Record incidents on ITSM, assign and track calls, and update progress on issues.

3. Contract & Licence Controller (ICT) (5 Posts)

• Reference: HR/P20K/CLC/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Business Management, Logistics, Finance, IT, LLB, or Commercial Law.
• Your work: Help keep service level agreements on track, watch over contract implementation, and support software purchasing and life‑cycle.

4. Asset Management Officer (ICT) (3 Posts)

• Reference: HR/P20K/AMO/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Asset Management, Public Management, Finance, Accounting, or Internal Auditing.
• Your work: Manage store records, keep track of ICT inventory, and aid in buying and disposing of equipment.

5. Administration Clerk (ICT)

• Reference: HR/P20K/IADC/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Public Administration, Office Management, Business Management, Management Assistant, or Governance.
• Your work: Handle office admin tasks, file documents, type reports, and update user databases.

6. Field ICT Technicians (50 Posts)

• Reference: One post per province (HO, GP, KZN, EC, WC, LP, MP, NW, FS, NC)
• Stipend: R7 860.50
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in IT, IS, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Your work: Fix desktops and printers, support LAN, install devices, and manage ITSM calls.

7. Labour Market Information & Statistics (2 Posts)

• Reference: HR/P20K/LMIS/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or Social Sciences.
• Your work: Collect and analyse data, write reports, interpret trends, and coordinate with stakeholders.

8. Labour Market Monitoring & Information (2 Posts)

• Reference: HR/P20K/LMM & LMI/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Same as above – Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics or Social Sciences.
• Your work: Same duties as the LMIS position.

9. Library (LMIS)

• Reference: HR/P20K/IL/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Library & Information Science.
• Your work: Run daily library tasks, catalogue and classify items, and help library users.

10. Digital Content Creator

• Reference: HR/P20K/DCC/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma (NQF6) in Graphic Design, Multimedia, or Visual Communication.
• Your work: Design digital materials, create visuals for campaigns, capture and edit photos and videos, and keep branding consistent.

11. Researcher

• Reference: HR/P20K/RSC/HO
• Location: Pretoria
• What you need: Diploma or Degree in Public Administration, Social Sciences, or Economics.
• Your work: Review research reports, analyse data, produce research outputs, and work with stakeholders.

Quick Checklist Before You Submit

Don’t miss out on a chance to build a solid work foundation, earn a stipend, and learn in a real job environment. If you meet the requirements and want a reliable starting point for your career, click the link above to start your application today. Good luck!