Internship Opportunity 2026–2028: Help Shape South Africa’s Public Sector
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME) is looking for new graduates who want a real job experience in the public service. If you finished a National Diploma or a Degree in Public Administration and you’re a South African citizen, you can apply for a 24‑month internship that starts in 2026 and ends in 2028. The program is based at the DPME headquarters in Pretoria and pays a monthly stipend of R7,860.50.
Why This Internship Matters
This isn’t just a part‑time job. Over two years you’ll work closely with public sector teams, learning how to monitor government projects and help build capacity across ministries. It’s a chance to see how policies move from paper to people, and to make a real difference in how services are delivered.
Key Details
- When to Apply: You must send your application before 12 December 2025 at 16:30.
- Where: DPME Head Office, 330 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.
- Stipend: R7,860.50 each month.
- Program Length: 24 months.
Who Can Join
- Education: A National Diploma or Degree in Public Administration that is officially approved by SAQA.
- Citizenship: You must be a South African citizen.
- Prior Experience: If you already did an internship, learnership or any public service training before, you can’t apply.
- Background Checks: No criminal record. You’ll need to pass a security clearance, a vetting process, a qualification check and a criminal record check.
What You’ll Need to Submit
- Z83 Form: Sign and fill out the new version that started in January 2021.
- Curriculum Vitae: A full CV that shows your education and any work or volunteer experience.
- Three References: Provide contact details and a short explanation of how each person knows you.
- Include their name, phone number, email and the role in which they know you.
Remember:
- Don’t attach certified copies of documents in your first application; they’ll be asked later if you get shortlisted.
- If you earned a degree or diploma from a foreign institution, have SAQA confirm its equivalence.
- After the deadline, if you haven’t heard anything within 3 months, your application won’t move forward.
How to Send Your Application
Email: Click the button below to send your application.
Apply via EmailPostal Mail:
Department of Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
Private Bag X944
Pretoria, 0028Hand Delivery:
330 Grosvenor Street
Hatfield, Pretoria, 0028
When you send your application, always mention the reference number DPME/2025/05.
Who to Contact
If you have any questions, reach out to:
- Ms Sharon Maloma: 012 312 0457
- Mr Mongezi Davashe: 012 312 0464
How This Internship Can Help You
The 24‑month period is a solid chunk of time to build a deep understanding of how public projects are planned, monitored and improved. You’ll work with real data, learn to write reports, and see how your work affects real people. Even if you’re not sure what you want to do after graduation, the skills you gain here—problem solving, teamwork, and clear communication—are useful in almost every job.
Quick Checklist Before You Apply
- Have you finished a SAQA‑approved Public Administration course?
- Are you a South African citizen?
- Have you never done a public service internship or training before?
- Do you have no criminal record?
- Is your CV ready with three references?
- Do you have a signed Z83 form?
If the answer is yes to all, you’re ready to send your application before the 12 December 2025 deadline.
Final Thoughts
This internship is a real chance to step into a public role, learn the ropes of monitoring and capacity building, and earn a stipend while you work. It’s especially useful if you’re a fresh graduate looking for a steady start in the public sector. Don’t let the application deadline slip by—get your documents ready and send them in early. Good luck!