Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Job Details
📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
🏢 Company: Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
💼 Position: Internship Programme – Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration
📄 Employment Type: 24-Month Internship Contract
📌 Reference Number: DMPR INTERN 03
📅 Programme Period: 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 Financial Years
📅 Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Company Overview
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources regulates and supports South Africa’s mineral and petroleum sector. The department is responsible for promoting sustainable development, ensuring compliance and managing mineral and petroleum rights across the country.
The DMPR Internship Programme gives graduates the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while contributing to the public sector.
Job Overview
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is offering an internship opportunity within the Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration unit at its Pretoria Head Office.
This internship is aimed at graduates who want to gain practical administrative and office management experience within the public sector. Successful candidates will work closely with the department’s registration team and gain exposure to government processes and records management.
Interns will be responsible for arranging their own accommodation and transport for the duration of the programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration unit.
- Assist with filing, record keeping and document management.
- Support office administration and registration processes.
- Prepare reports, correspondence and other office documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of applications and departmental information.
- Assist with data capturing and updating departmental systems.
- Participate in training and workplace development activities.
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 previously participated in a government internship programme will not be considered.
Skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and administrative ability.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Computer literacy and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Professional attitude and willingness to learn.
Internship Tips
To improve your chances of being shortlisted:
- Ensure your CV is updated and professionally formatted.
- Clearly indicate the reference number DMPR INTERN 03 on your application.
- Include academic achievements, leadership roles and relevant office or administrative experience.
- Highlight your computer skills, filing experience and knowledge of office administration.
- Double-check that all required documents are included before submission.
Keep your CV concise and focus on the skills and qualifications relevant to office administration and public management.
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Gain valuable work experience in a government department.
- Build practical office administration and public sector skills.
- Improve your employability after graduation.
- Work with experienced professionals in the mineral and petroleum sector.
- Gain exposure to government systems, registration processes and records management.
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 03
- Position: Internship Programme – Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration
- 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 fair and equal employment practices.
Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups, including persons with disabilities and graduates from TVET Colleges. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
To apply for this job please visit erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za.
