Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 | Apply Now!

Internship

Department of the Premier

Job Details

🏛️ Employer: Western Cape Government – Department of the Premier
📌 Programme Name: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
🧾 Reference Number: WCG260203-4
🔎 Tracking Number: GRAD 2026–2027
📍 Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, South Africa
📅 Closing Date: 02 March 2026
⏳ Duration: 3 – 24 Months
🕒 Job Type: Internship
💰 Stipend: Paid (amount determined by the Department)

Company Overview

The Western Cape Government (WCG) is a provincial government committed to service delivery, youth development, and skills empowerment. Through structured programmes such as the Graduate Internship Programme, WCG aims to reduce graduate unemployment and build a skilled public-sector workforce aligned to constitutional and developmental priorities.

Job Overview

The Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 is a structured youth development initiative offering unemployed graduates residing in the Western Cape the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience. Interns will be placed in various provincial departments for 3 to 24 months, gaining exposure, skills, and professional references to enhance future employability.

Key Performance Areas / Departments

On-the-job training will be provided in one of the following departments:

  • Agriculture

  • Police Oversight & Community Safety

  • Cultural Affairs & Sport

  • Department of the Premier

  • Economic Development & Tourism

  • Environmental Affairs & Development Planning

  • Department of Infrastructure

  • Local Government

  • Mobility Department

  • Provincial Treasury

  • Social Development

Qualifications

Education

You must have completed one of the following:

  • Certificate (NQF Level 5)

  • Diploma (NQF Level 6)

  • Degree (NQF Level 7)

  • Postgraduate Qualification (NQF Level 8 or higher)

Eligibility / Experience

  • South African citizen

  • Resident of the Western Cape

  • Aged 20–35 years

  • Unemployed

  • Desire to gain practical work experience

Skills

  • Good written and verbal communication skills (minimum two official Western Cape languages)

  • Computer literacy (MS Office)

  • Ability to operate office equipment

  • Planning and organising skills

CV Tips for This Programme

  • Clearly state your qualification level (NQF)

  • Include your Western Cape residential address

  • Keep your CV professional and concise (2–3 pages)

  • Ensure documents are clear, certified, and correctly uploaded

  • Use a simple file name (e.g. Name_Surname_CV)

Benefits of Working with the Western Cape Government

  • Practical work experience in the public sector

  • Improved employability and career exposure

  • Contactable professional references

  • Career guidance and networking opportunities

  • Exposure to multiple government functions and departments

Company Policy

  • Employment Equity principles apply

  • Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply

  • No payment is required to apply

  • No relocation, travel, or subsistence costs will be covered

  • Only online applications will be accepted

  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only

To apply for this job please visit westerncapegov.erecruit.co.