Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Job Details
📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
🏢 Company: Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
💼 Position: Internship Programme – Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply
📄 Employment Type: 24-Month Internship Contract
📌 Reference Number: DMPR INTERN 05
📅 Programme Period: 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 Financial Years
📅 Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Company Overview
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources regulates South Africa’s mineral and petroleum sectors and is responsible for ensuring sustainable management of fuel supply, petroleum licensing and energy resources.
The department provides internship opportunities to help graduates gain practical workplace experience while building careers in government and industry.
Job Overview
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is offering a graduate internship opportunity within the Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply unit at its Pretoria Head Office.
This internship is suited to graduates with an interest in fuel supply, economics, logistics and financial processes within the petroleum sector. Successful candidates will support the unit’s daily operations and gain valuable public sector experience.
Interns will be responsible for arranging their own transport and accommodation during the internship period.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with petroleum licensing and fuel supply administration.
- Support data collection, reporting and record management.
- Assist with analysing fuel supply, logistics and financial information.
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets and departmental correspondence.
- Maintain and update records on departmental systems.
- Participate in meetings, training sessions and workplace development activities.
- Provide support to supervisors and other team members.
Qualifications
Education
Applicants must hold a National Diploma or Degree in one of the following fields:
- Economics
- Logistics
- Finance
Experience
- No previous work experience is required.
- Applicants who have previously participated in a government internship programme will not be considered.
Skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Good computer literacy and data capturing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good attention to detail and accuracy.
- Interest in the petroleum and fuel supply sector.
Internship Tips
To improve your chances of being shortlisted:
- Submit a detailed and updated CV.
- Clearly indicate the reference number DMPR INTERN 05 on your application.
- Highlight your studies, projects or experience related to economics, logistics or finance.
- Mention any computer skills, data analysis, report writing or spreadsheet experience.
- Double-check that all required documents are attached before submission.
Your CV should show your academic strengths, analytical skills and interest in fuel supply and petroleum licensing.
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Gain practical work experience in the public sector.
- Build valuable skills in economics, logistics and finance.
- Learn about petroleum licensing and fuel supply processes.
- Improve your future career opportunities.
- Work with experienced professionals in a government department.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted with a completed Z83 application form together with a recently updated CV.
Applicants must clearly indicate the following on the application form:
- Reference Number: DMPR INTERN 05
- Position: Internship Programme – Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply
- Area/Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit:
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Recent academic transcripts or records
Please note:
- Students requiring experiential training must attach a formal letter from their tertiary institution.
- Persons with disabilities and TVET College graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
- Applicants who have participated in any previous government internship programme will not be considered.
Applications can be submitted online through the DMPR E-Recruitment System:
Or by post or courier to:
The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001
Or hand-delivered to:
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Trevenna Campus, Corner of Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Company Policy
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is committed to fair and equal employment opportunities.
Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities and TVET College graduates. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
To apply for this job please visit erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za.
