Health Sciences Internship at eThekwini Municipality – Apply Now!

🩺 Work Experience Programme 2025/2026 – Health Sciences Internship at eThekwini Municipality

Are you a recent graduate passionate about improving public health? The eThekwini Municipality is proud to present its Health Sciences Work Experience Programme for 2025/2026. This exciting Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity is designed to provide practical workplace exposure to graduates in the field of Health Sciences, helping to bridge the gap between education and employment.

Whether you’re an Environmental Health graduate or a Nursing Science student, this programme offers real-life, public sector experience while earning a monthly stipend and supporting community health initiatives.

📍 Location:

eThekwini Municipality – KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

⏳ Duration:

• 18 months for TVET graduates (with N6 certificate)

• 24 months for university graduates

💰 Monthly Stipend:

R2 661.68 – R8 093.01, based on your qualification level

👩‍⚕️ Programme Overview

Interns will be placed within the Outreach & Capacity Building Department, under the Community Development Projects Branch, and report to a Project Manager. You’ll participate in meaningful work that contributes to the municipality’s health and safety goals while learning how to operate within local government structures and health regulations.

This internship is ideal for students in:

• Environmental Health

• Enrolled Nursing / Nursing Science

TVET students applying for Nated Diploma recognition through WIL (Work Integrated Learning) are encouraged to apply.

✅ Who Can Apply?

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen

• Hold a recognized qualification (N6 or higher), not older than 5 years

• Not have participated in a government or private sector Internship, Learnership, or WIL programme for 12 months or more

• Be currently unemployed and available to complete the programme’s full duration

• Be committed to a career in public health service

Note: Candidates who have previously applied must reapply to be considered.
Employment Equity principles apply, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

🤝 Employment Equity Commitment

eThekwini Municipality is committed to redressing historical imbalances in the workplace. Through this programme, the Municipality aims to empower designated groups and ensure greater equity and inclusion in health service delivery.

📞 Contact Information

For any queries regarding the programme, contact:

• Mr Siyanda Cebekhulu: 031 322 2460

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

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💡 TIPS for CV Success – Health Sciences Internship

1. List Relevant Qualifications Clearly: Ensure your degree or N6 certificate is clearly listed with graduation date.

2. Showcase Practical Modules or Work: If you’ve completed clinical hours, practicals, or community health projects, highlight them.

3. Emphasize Soft Skills: Teamwork, empathy, attention to detail, and communication are essential in public health settings.

4. Include Volunteer or Community Experience: Any health promotion work or community service should be mentioned.

5. Tailor Your Objective: Start your CV with a goal that aligns with public sector health support, e.g., “To gain professional experience in environmental health service delivery…”

🌐 Company Website:
https://www.durban.gov.za