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KwaDukuza Local Municipality 2026 Internship Openings for Graduates

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Join the KwaDukuza Local Municipality Internship Programme

If you’re a South African student or recent graduate who wants real work experience in a local government setting, the KwaDukuza Local Municipality is opening a range of internship positions for a two‑year contract. These roles give you hands‑on learning in key community services and help you build practical skills while earning an annual stipend of R60 000.

The internships are based in KwaDukuza, KwaZulu‑Natal, and you can apply until Wednesday, 11 February 2026 at noon. All applications must be sent in person or by post – no emails or faxes are accepted. The municipality prefers local residents, following the National Employment Equity Act.

What the Internships Offer

  • Two‑year commitment with a steady stipend.
  • Direct exposure to everyday municipal work.
  • Training in both administrative and field tasks.
  • A chance to learn from experienced staff and see how community services run.

Important: If you want a role below Task Grade 13, you’ll need a signed Preferred Employment Opportunity Form from a Ward Councillor. Grab this form from the Human Resources office.

Internship Opportunities

1. Community Halls Administration

  • Department: Community Services and Public Amenities
  • Stipend: R60 000 per year
  • Eligibility:
    • Finished Grade 12 or higher (NQF Level 4).
    • Bachelor’s or National Diploma in Public Administration or Public Management (NQF Level 6/7).
    • 35 years old or younger.
    • First time doing an internship.
  • What You’ll Do:
    • Support daily operations of the Community Halls Section.
    • Help with tasks that may involve standing, walking, bending, carrying books, and pushing trolleys.
    • Learn essential office and community‑service skills.

2. Waste Management

  • Stipend: R60 000 per year
  • Eligibility:
    • Grade 12 or above.
    • Bachelor’s or National Diploma in Waste Management, Environmental Management, or a related field.
    • 35 years old or younger.
    • No previous internship.
  • What You’ll Do:
    • Work on waste collection schedules, recycling projects, and community clean‑up programmes.
    • Get field experience in environmental stewardship.

3. Beach Amenities

  • Stipend: R60 000 per year
  • Eligibility:
    • Grade 12 or higher.
    • Bachelor’s or National Diploma in Environmental Management or Horticulture.
    • 35 years old or younger.
    • First time doing an internship.
  • What You’ll Do:
    • Assist in maintaining and improving beach facilities.
    • Learn about landscaping, coastal management, and visitor services.

How to Apply

  1. Download the official application form (KDM 01) from the municipality’s website:
    👉 www.kwadukuza.gov.za
  2. Fill out the form and include the specific internship title and its identification number (KZ292).
  3. Attach certified copies of your qualifications, ID, and driver’s licence (if you have one).
  4. Submit the application by mail or hand‑delivery – no email or fax.

  • Postal Address:
    The Municipal Manager
    KwaDukuza Local Municipality
    P.O. Box 72
    KwaDukuza 4450
    (Attention: Human Resources Department)

  • Hand‑Delivery Address:
    Human Resources Officer
    34 Chief Albert Luthuli Street
    OK Mall Building, KwaDukuza

    If you hand‑deliver, drop your form in the application box at the entrance.

Key Application Tips

  • Make sure your application clearly shows the internship name and the job ID.
  • Do not use Z83 forms.
  • Avoid faxing or emailing your documents.
  • Do not try to convince councillors or managers about your application – it may be disqualified.

Questions?

Call 032 437 5142 or 032 437 5150 for help.

Deadline

Applications must reach the municipality by Wednesday, 11 February 2026, 12 pm. Anything after that won’t be considered.

After You Apply

  • The municipality will shortlist candidates strictly based on the criteria.
  • Only shortlisted people will be contacted.
  • If you hear nothing within three months after the deadline, it means your application wasn’t successful.
  • The council keeps the right to adjust or cancel appointments if needed.

Ready to get started?
Submit your application through the official KwaDukuza Local Municipality portal and take your first step toward a career in public service.

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