Job Details

📌 Job Title: Environmental & Impact Management Intern
🏢 Company: Gauteng Department of Environment
📍 Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
🏠 Workplace: Head Office
📂 Category: Internship
📅 Closing Date: 22 May 2026
⏳ Contract Duration: 24 Months
💰 Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75
🆔 Reference Number: EIM2026
🌿 Industry: Environmental Management & Government Services

Company Overview

Gauteng Department of Environment is responsible for promoting sustainable environmental development, environmental compliance, and responsible natural resource management throughout Gauteng Province. The department supports environmental protection initiatives and works to ensure that development activities align with environmental legislation and sustainability goals.

Job Overview

The Gauteng Department of Environment is offering an Environmental & Impact Management Internship Programme for unemployed South African graduates. This 24-month programme is designed to provide graduates with structured workplace learning, practical environmental management experience, and professional development within the public sector.

Successful candidates will gain exposure to environmental impact assessments, sustainability projects, compliance monitoring, and environmental planning activities while working under the supervision of experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental impact assessment activities
• Support environmental compliance and monitoring processes
• Participate in sustainability and environmental management projects
• Conduct environmental research and data collection
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation
• Assist with administrative and operational support within the division
• Attend workplace training and development programmes
• Collaborate with departmental teams on environmental initiatives

Qualifications

Education

Applicants must possess a completed Diploma, Degree, or Honour’s qualification in:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Management

Experience

• No prior work experience required
• Suitable for unemployed South African graduates seeking practical exposure

Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Research and analytical abilities
• Computer literacy
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong interest in environmental sustainability and impact management

Internship Tips

• Highlight environmental projects, research work, and academic achievements on your CV
• Include practical experience such as fieldwork, volunteering, or sustainability initiatives
• Ensure your CV is updated and professionally formatted
• Clearly indicate the reference number on your application documents
• Double-check all application details before submission
• Submit your application before the closing date to avoid missing the opportunity

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Gain valuable public sector workplace experience
• Receive structured mentorship and training
• Develop practical environmental management skills
• Improve career opportunities within the environmental field
• Exposure to environmental compliance and sustainability projects
• Earn a monthly stipend during the internship programme
• Work alongside experienced environmental professionals

Company Policy

The Gauteng Department of Environment is committed to equal opportunity employment and fair recruitment practices in accordance with Employment Equity principles. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and required to provide certified supporting documents. Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Completed Z83 Application Form
• Updated CV
• Correct reference number, position title, and area/centre details on the application

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of ID documents, qualifications, and academic transcripts.

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Quote the relevant reference number: EIM2026