The Karoo Hoogland Municipality is looking for four fresh graduates to join its finance team as Financial Interns. This 2‑year role is part of a training programme that helps you learn how a city budget works and gives you hands‑on experience in real financial work. The internship pays R100 000 a year, runs in Williston in the Northern Cape, and starts before 13 February 2026.
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What the internship will look like
- Title: Financial Intern (4 spots)
- Reference: HR007/2026
- Duration: 2 years
- Salary: R100 000 per year
- Location: Williston, Northern Cape
You’ll be working in the Budget and Treasury Office, helping to prepare city budgets, track spending, and follow rules set by the Municipal Finance Management Act. The programme gives you a clear path to become a qualified municipal finance professional.
Who can apply
- You must have a 3‑year Bachelor’s degree or a National Diploma in one of the following: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Risk Management, or Auditing.
- You need to be aged 21 to 35.
- Students still finishing a Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) programme who hold an N6 certificate in any of those subjects are welcome to submit their application too.
What the programme does
The Municipal Finance Management Internship (MFMP) is a step‑by‑step training plan that:
- Helps you build real money‑handling skills.
- Shows you how municipal finance rules and software work.
- Prepares you to meet the required levels of knowledge for city finance jobs, as set out in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels.
Once you finish, you’ll have a solid foundation for a career in local government finance, accounting, auditing, or public‑sector money management.
How to apply
If you fit the bill, send the following to the municipality:
- A short cover letter telling us why you want this role.
- A completed application form – you can download it from http://www.karoohoogland.gov.za or get one from any municipal office.
- Your CV that lists your education and any relevant experience.
- Certified copies of:
- South African ID
- Your academic certificates
Send your application by email to recruitment@karoohoogland.gov.za. Use “Application for Vacancy: HR007/2026” in the subject line. You can also hand it to the municipal office at 102 Umtali Street, Williston, 8920.
Things to remember
- Late or incomplete applications will not be checked.
- Trying to get more than one interview through unofficial channels will automatically disqualify you.
- The municipality especially wants women, young people, and those with disabilities to apply.
- If you don’t hear back within a month of the closing date, the application was likely not successful.
- The municipality can decide not to schedule an interview.
Need help?
Call Mr M Kennedy or email hr@karoohoogland.gov.za for any questions.
Deadline
The last day to apply is 13 February 2026.
This internship is a great entry point for anyone who wants to start a career in municipal finance. It gives you real training and a chance to work inside a local government office. If you’re ready to learn how a town manages its money, send your application today.