The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Graduate Internship Programme closes on 20 November 2026. If you are a qualifying South African graduate, this is the time to prepare and submit a complete application for one of the 20 opportunities.
What the Opportunity Is
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) invites qualifying South African graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 financial years.
There are 20 internship opportunities based in Pretoria and various regional offices across South Africa. Successful applicants will gain practical workplace experience within the Department and its regional offices in fields linked to environmental management, law, social development, geology, GIS, statistics, human resources, occupational health and safety, communications and information technology.
Who Can Apply
You must be a South African graduate with the specific qualification required for each post. Check the details carefully for the position you want.
- Mine Closure Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/001. Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
- Mine Environmental Research and Sustainable Development Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/002. Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
- Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/003. Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
- Criminal Enforcement Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/004. (Qualification details as per full advert.)
- Social and Labour Plan Internships: Mpumalanga Region – Emalahleni (DMPR/INT/2026/005); KwaZulu-Natal Region – eThekwini (DMPR/INT/2026/006); Limpopo Region – Polokwane (DMPR/INT/2026/007); Northern Cape Region – Kimberley (DMPR/INT/2026/008); Gauteng Region – Braamfontein (DMPR/INT/2026/009). Degree in Development Studies, Community Development, or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
- Mine Economics Internships: Eastern Cape Region – Gqeberha (DMPR/INT/2026/010); North West Region – Klerksdorp (DMPR/INT/2026/011); Northern Cape Region – Kimberley (DMPR/INT/2026/012). National Diploma or Degree in Geology.
- Mineral Information Management Internships: Northern Cape Region (DMPR/INT/2026/013); Free State Region (DMPR/INT/2026/014). National Diploma or Degree in GIS Cartography, Town and Regional Planning, Geomatics or Environmental Sciences.
- Occupational Medicine Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/015. Degree in Statistics or Applied Statistics.
- Occupational Hygiene Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/016. Degree in Statistics or Applied Statistics.
- Human Resource Development Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/017. National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Management of Training or Human Resource Management.
- Occupational Health and Safety Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/018. National Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety or Safety Management.
- Communications Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/019. National Diploma or Degree in Communication Studies, Public Relations, Media Studies, Marketing or Journalism.
- System Development and Maintenance Internship – Pretoria, Head Office. Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/020. National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information or Business Intelligence.
Many applicants struggle when they apply for a post without matching the exact qualification. Read each reference number and required degree carefully before you submit.
What You Gain
You will gain practical workplace experience in your field inside the Department and its regional offices. This includes exposure to real departmental work in environmental management, geology, human resources, communications, information technology and related areas.
The programme runs for the 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 financial years. It is a chance to build skills and understand public-sector processes, but selection depends on meeting the requirements and available posts.
How to Apply
Applications close on 20 November 2026. You may submit online through the official DMPR e-Recruitment portal at erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za/jobs.
You may also post or courier your application to: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria, 0001. Hand delivery is possible at Trevenna Campus, Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.
Submit a completed Z83 application form and a recently updated CV. Clearly indicate the reference number, position, and area or centre. Only shortlisted candidates will need to submit a certified copy of ID, certified copies of qualifications, and recent academic transcripts or records.
If you apply for more than one internship, submit a separate Z83 form and supporting application for each position. Students who need experiential training as part of their qualification must attach a formal letter from their tertiary institution. Failure to submit all required documents may result in the application not being considered.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
Include the correct reference number and clearly state the position and preferred location. Submit a separate complete application for every post you want. Update your CV and complete the Z83 form correctly.
Attach the tertiary institution letter if you need experiential training. Submit everything before 20 November 2026. Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Competition exists for these 20 posts. Focus on matching the exact qualification and following every instruction carefully.
Next Steps
Choose the internship that matches your qualification and note its reference number and location. Prepare your Z83 and updated CV, then submit online, by post or by hand well before 20 November 2026.
Take the time to check every detail so your application is complete and accurate. This programme can give you valuable workplace experience if you meet the requirements and are selected.
