Administration Internship at eThekwini Municipality – Apply Now!

🌟 Work Experience Programme 2025/2026 – Administration Internship at eThekwini Municipality

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable work experience in a public service environment? The eThekwini Municipality is offering dynamic and hands-on Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities through its Work Experience Programme 2025/2026. This initiative is aimed at equipping unemployed graduates with practical skills in administration-related fields, empowering them to build a successful career in the public sector.

📍 Location:

eThekwini Municipality – KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

🕒 Duration:

• 18 months for TVET students (N6)

• 24 months for university graduates

💰 Monthly Stipend:

Between R2 661.68 and R8 093.01, depending on your qualification level.

✅ About the Programme

This structured internship offers workplace-based learning that enhances your qualifications with real-world administrative experience. Selected candidates will be placed in the Outreach & Capacity Building Department, under the Community Development Projects Branch, where they will report to the Project Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop skills in:

• Office and document management

• Public sector project coordination

• Communication with municipal stakeholders

• Administrative systems and reporting

🎓 Fields of Study Considered

Applicants must hold a qualification in one of the following fields:

• Office Management and Technology

• Public Administration

• Public Management

• Business Management

• Disaster Management

TVET students must possess an N6 qualification and require work-integrated learning (WIL) to complete their Nated Diploma.

📝 Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, applicants must meet the following:

• Be a South African citizen

• Possess a recognized qualification (not older than 5 years)

• Have no prior participation in any government/private sector internship, learnership, or WIL programme exceeding 12 months

• Be unemployed and available full-time for the internship duration

• Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply

• Employment Equity principles will be applied throughout the recruitment process

⚠️ Note: If you have previously applied, you must reapply to be considered for this cycle.

📞 Contact Details for Queries

• Mr Siyanda Cebekhulu: 031 322 2460

• Ms Wendy Shabalala: 031 311 3924 / 3192 / 3183

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💡 TIPS for Crafting a Standout CV for This Internship

1. Emphasize Your Education: Clearly highlight your qualification (N6 or diploma/degree) and include your graduation year to prove it’s within the 5-year limit.

2. Highlight Relevant Coursework or Projects: Mention modules, presentations, or group assignments that involved administrative tasks or public sector topics.

3. Showcase Soft Skills: List abilities like attention to detail, time management, adaptability, and communication—key for public sector admin roles.

4. State Your Availability and Willingness: Indicate that you are available for the full 18–24-month period and are committed to contributing to municipal service delivery.

5. Keep It Clean and Clear: Format your CV with headers, bullet points, and concise language. Avoid long paragraphs and use action verbs.

🌐 Company Website:
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