Job Details
📌 Job Title: Pollution & Waste Management Intern
🏢 Company: Gauteng Department of Environment
📍 Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
🏠 Workplace: Head Office
📂 Category: Internship
📅 Closing Date: 22 May 2026
⏳ Contract Duration: 24 Months
💰 Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75
🆔 Reference Number: PWM2026
🌍 Industry: Government & Environmental Services
Company Overview
Gauteng Department of Environment is responsible for promoting environmental sustainability, pollution control, and responsible waste management across Gauteng Province. The department works to protect natural resources, improve environmental compliance, and support sustainable development initiatives that contribute to healthier communities and ecosystems.
Job Overview
The Gauteng Department of Environment is offering a 24-month internship opportunity within the Pollution & Waste Management division for unemployed South African graduates. This programme is designed to provide structured workplace experience, practical environmental exposure, and professional development opportunities aligned with the intern’s field of study.
Interns will gain valuable experience by participating in environmental projects, compliance initiatives, research activities, and departmental operations under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with pollution monitoring and waste management activities
- Support environmental compliance and sustainability initiatives
- Participate in environmental awareness and research projects
- Help compile reports, presentations, and environmental documentation
- Conduct data collection and administrative support tasks
- Assist with inspections, assessments, and departmental programmes
- Attend workplace training and development sessions
- Collaborate with supervisors and project teams on environmental objectives
Qualifications
Education
Applicants must have completed a Diploma, Degree, or Honour’s qualification in one of the following fields:
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Management
- Natural Science
- Geography
Experience
- No prior work experience required
- Suitable for unemployed graduates seeking practical workplace exposure
Skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and research abilities
- Computer literacy
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Interest in environmental sustainability and waste management
Internship Tips
- Highlight environmental projects, fieldwork, and research completed during your studies
- Ensure your CV is professionally formatted and free from errors
- Include relevant software skills, research experience, or academic achievements
- Clearly indicate the internship reference number on your application
- Use a professional email address and updated contact information
- Submit all required documentation before the application closing date
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Gain practical experience within the public environmental sector
- Develop professional and technical workplace skills
- Receive structured mentorship and training
- Improve future career opportunities in environmental management
- Work on sustainability and pollution control initiatives
- Earn a monthly stipend during the internship programme
- Build industry exposure and government sector experience
Company Policy
The Gauteng Department of Environment is committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes aligned with Employment Equity principles. Preference may be given according to departmental equity targets. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and required to submit certified supporting documents. Incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Completed Z83 Application Form
- Recently updated CV
- Relevant reference number and position details on the application
Only shortlisted candidates will later be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, ID documents, and academic transcripts.
📌 Email Subject Line:
Use the relevant reference number: PWM2026