📌 JOB DETAILS

🏢 Company: Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation
📍 Location: Mpumalanga, South Africa
📄 Employment Type: Government Internship Programme
🎓 Field: Human Resource Management and Development
📅 Closing Date: 30 January 2026
🆔 Reference Numbers: DCSR/01/2026, DCSR/02/2026, DCSR/03/2026
🇿🇦 Eligibility: South African citizens only

🏢 COMPANY OVERVIEW

The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation is a provincial government department responsible for promoting and developing arts, culture, sport, recreation, and heritage in Mpumalanga. The Department supports youth development, community programmes, and talent identification initiatives while preserving cultural heritage and fostering social cohesion across the province.

🧩 JOB OVERVIEW

The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation invites applications from unemployed graduates for its 2026 Internship Programme. The programme is designed to provide structured workplace exposure, practical training, and professional development aligned with the intern’s field of study.

Interns placed in the Human Resource Management and Development stream will gain hands-on experience in HR administration, employee development, and public sector human resource practices under the guidance of experienced mentors.

📝 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with human resource administration and departmental HR processes
Support recruitment, selection, and employee records management
Assist with training, skills development, and performance management activities
Support HR reporting, filing, and compliance requirements
Provide administrative support to the Human Resource Management and Development unit
Participate in workplace learning, training sessions, and mentoring activities

🎓 QUALIFICATIONS

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or Human Resource Development

Experience

No prior work experience required
Applicants must not have previously participated in any government or state internship programme

Skills

Basic understanding of human resource principles
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a structured government environment

📄 INTERNSHIP CV TIPS

Clearly state your qualification and field of study
Highlight any HR-related coursework, modules, or projects
Keep your CV concise (2–3 pages maximum)
Ensure your CV is professionally formatted and error-free
Follow application instructions strictly and submit documents in PDF format only

🎁 BENEFITS OF JOINING THE DEPARTMENT

Practical work experience within a provincial government department
Structured mentorship and on-the-job training
Exposure to public sector human resource management practices
Enhanced employability and workplace readiness
Opportunity to contribute to community development and public service

📜 COMPANY POLICY

The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair, transparent, and lawful recruitment practices. Appointments will be made in line with the Employment Equity Plan and relevant public service regulations. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📨 APPLICATION DETAILS

Applicants must submit the following documents:

A completed Z83 Application Form
A recently updated CV

Important Application Instructions:

Clearly indicate the position title, reference number, and preferred location on your application
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of ID documents, qualifications, and academic transcripts
Applications must be submitted in PDF format only (maximum size 5MB)
One post per application. Failure to follow instructions will result in disqualification

📍 Internship Locations & Submission Details

Head Office (Ref No: DCSR/01/2026)
📧 Email: dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za
📍 Hand Delivery: 7 Government Boulevard, Riverside Park, Extension 2, Mbombela

Gert Sibande Regional Office (Ref No: DCSR/02/2026)
📧 Email: dcsrgsrecruit@mpg.gov.za
📍 Hand Delivery: 20A De Clerk Street, Mutual & Federal Building

Nkangala Regional Office (Ref No: DCSR/03/2026)
📧 Email: dcsrnkangarecruit@mpg.gov.za
📍 Hand Delivery: Dr Esther Nostokana Mahlangu Building, Government Complex, Nkangala

To apply for this job email your details to dcsrmborecruit@mpg.gov.za