Security Management Internship Programme 2026 – Apply now!

Internship Details

🏛️ Department: Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury
📍 Location: Head Office, Mpumalanga
🆔 Reference Number: MPT05/INT/2026
🎓 Internship Stream: Security Management
⏳ Duration: 24 Months (Two-Year Internship Programme)
💰 Stipend: R94,326.00 per annum

This internship is offered as part of the Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury Internship Programme for the 2026/27 financial year and is targeted at unemployed graduates residing within the Mpumalanga Province.

Company Overview

The Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury is a provincial government department responsible for managing public finances, coordinating budgeting processes, and supporting economic planning within the Mpumalanga Province. The department ensures that public resources are utilised efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with national and provincial financial legislation.

Role Overview

The Security Management Internship is designed to provide graduates with practical exposure to security operations, risk management, compliance, and safety protocols within a government environment.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in security administration, incident reporting, access control processes, and implementation of safety and security policies. The internship aims to develop professional skills relevant to public sector security management while familiarising interns with legislative and regulatory frameworks governing government security operations.

Key Responsibilities (What You’ll Learn)

During the internship, successful candidates will receive training and exposure in the following areas:

• Assisting with implementation and monitoring of departmental security policies and procedures

• Supporting access control systems and visitor management processes

• Assisting with security risk assessments and identification of potential threats

• Supporting incident reporting, investigation documentation, and record keeping

• Gaining exposure to occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness protocols

• Assisting with coordination of security service providers and internal stakeholders

• Maintaining security-related records and reports in line with governance requirements

• Learning compliance requirements related to government security standards and legislation

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a minimum three (3) year qualification from an accredited institution in the following field:

• Security Management

Qualifications may include a National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, Honours, or Master’s degree.

Internship Application Tips

To improve your chances of being shortlisted:

• Demonstrate an understanding of security management principles, risk assessment, and safety controls

• Highlight any academic exposure to security planning, risk management, or occupational health and safety

• Emphasise strong observation, reporting, and organisational skills

• Ensure your CV reflects professionalism, responsibility, and ethical awareness

• Select the correct reference number (MPT05/INT/2026) when applying

Company Policy

The Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury adheres to principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity in all recruitment processes. The Internship Programme is governed by public service legislation and provincial recruitment policies.

Only unemployed South African graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 who have not previously participated in any internship programme will be considered. Preference may be given to applicants residing within the Mpumalanga Province.

All applicant information must be accurate and verifiable. Any form of misrepresentation or submission of false documentation will result in immediate disqualification.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo qualification verification, security vetting, and background checks. The department reserves the right not to appoint any applicant or to withdraw the internship should operational requirements change.

Completion of the internship does not guarantee permanent employment within the Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury or the Public Service.

How to Apply

Application Steps

• Register on the e-Recruitment portal

• Create and complete your profile

• Upload required documents

• Select the internship matching your qualification

• Submit before the closing date

Required Documents

• Certified ID copy

• Certified qualification certificates

• Academic transcripts

• Updated CV

Note:
The link below will take you to the MP Provincial Treasury Career website. Once on the website select the Provincial Treasury Department, and scroll down to find the Internship you wish to apply for. You will need to Login or Create an account before you can Apply.