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 04
📅 Programme Period: 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 Financial Years
📅 Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Company Overview
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources oversees South Africa’s mineral, petroleum and fuel sectors. The department promotes sustainable development, regulates the industry and ensures that fuel supply and licensing systems operate effectively.
Through its graduate internship programme, the department offers unemployed graduates practical workplace experience and the opportunity to build careers in the public sector.
Job Overview
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is inviting applications for the Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply Internship Programme at its Pretoria Head Office.
This opportunity is ideal for graduates interested in office administration, licensing processes and fuel supply management within the government sector. Interns will gain practical experience while supporting the department’s daily operations.
Successful candidates will be responsible for arranging their own transport and accommodation during the internship period.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply unit.
- Assist with processing and filing licensing applications and fuel supply records.
- Capture and maintain data on departmental systems.
- Prepare correspondence, reports and other office documents.
- Support the management of records and document control.
- Assist with enquiries and communication related to fuel licensing matters.
- Participate in training and workplace development programmes.
Qualifications
Education
Applicants must hold a National Diploma or Degree in one of the following fields:
- Public Administration or Public Management
- Office Management and Technology
- Office Administration
Experience
- No previous work experience is required.
- Applicants who have participated in a previous government internship programme will not be considered.
Skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and administrative ability.
- Good computer literacy and data capturing skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Professional attitude and willingness to learn.
Internship Tips
To improve your chances of being shortlisted:
- Submit an updated and professional CV.
- Clearly indicate the reference number DMPR INTERN 04 on your application.
- Highlight any office administration, filing, data capturing or customer service experience.
- Include leadership roles, volunteer work or projects completed during your studies.
- Ensure that all required documents are attached before submitting your application.
Your CV should focus on your administrative abilities, computer literacy and interest in working within the public sector.
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Gain practical work experience in a government department.
- Build office administration and licensing process skills.
- Improve your future employability.
- Gain exposure to fuel supply and petroleum licensing operations.
- Work alongside experienced professionals in the public sector.
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 04
- 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/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 equal opportunity and fair employment practices.
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.
