Act now – the Eastern Cape Department of Community Safety is accepting applications for its Labour Relations Internship 2026/27. This is a timely way to turn your graduate credentials into practical experience.
What the internship is
The department is offering a non‑renewable, 24‑month internship in Labour Relations. The placement is based in Bhisho, Eastern Cape, and carries an annual stipend of R98 097. The vacancy is listed under reference DoCS: 07/06/2026. The closing date for applications is 10 July 2026 (23:59).
Who can apply
You may apply if you meet all of the following:
- South African citizen
- Unemployed graduate (no current job)
- Holder of a National Diploma or Degree in Labour Relations, Labour Law, Human Resource Management, or Industrial Psychology
- No criminal record
- Never participated in any other internship programme
Preference will be given to women, persons with disabilities, and other designated groups.
What you will gain
The internship provides:
- Hands‑on experience in public‑sector labour relations and employee relations
- Exposure to workplace policy development and industrial psychology
- Professional mentoring within the Department of Community Safety
- A full‑time salary that can support you while you learn
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Visit the Eastern Cape provincial e‑Recruitment system: https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za
- Register or log in using your ID number and email address.
- Complete the automatically generated New Z83 form. Ensure every field is filled correctly.
- Upload a detailed Curriculum Vitae (no need to attach certificates at this stage).
- Review your information and submit the application before the deadline.
Only online submissions via the e‑Recruitment portal are accepted. Hand‑delivered, emailed, faxed or posted applications will not be considered.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that your Z83 form is fully completed; missing fields cause automatic rejection.
- Tailor your CV to highlight coursework or projects related to labour relations, HR, or industrial psychology.
- Proofread for spelling and grammar errors – a clear CV shows professionalism.
- Use the technical support email erecruitment@safetyec.gov.za for system issues only (include your ID number, profile email, and a description of the problem). Do not send your application to this address.
- Submit well before the deadline to avoid last‑minute technical glitches.
Next steps
If you fit the above criteria, gather your CV and log onto the e‑Recruitment portal today. Complete the New Z83 form and submit before 23:59 on 10 July 2026. This internship can be the first step toward a rewarding career in public‑sector labour relations.
