The North West Department of Community Safety and Transport Management is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27. The programme offers 50 internship positions designed to provide valuable workplace experience in the public sector.
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 for a period of 24 months while gaining practical skills in their respective fields.
Internship Overview
| Programme | Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| Department | North West Department of Community Safety and Transport Management |
| Position | Graduate Intern |
| Number of Posts | 50 |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | R8,174.75 |
| Location | Head Office, Mahikeng, North West |
| Closing Date | 17 July 2026 at 16:00 |
| Application Method | Email or Hand Delivery |
| Email Address | cstmtraining@nwpg.gov.za |
Who Can Apply?
The internship programme is open to unemployed South African graduates who:
- Are South African citizens.
- Are between 18 and 35 years old.
- Have completed their qualification.
- Hold a qualification relevant to the internship applied for.
- Have never participated in a government internship programme.
- Are currently unemployed.
Applicants Without Qualification Certificates
Candidates who have not yet received their qualification certificates may submit:
- Academic transcripts.
- An official letter from their institution confirming completion of studies.
Available Internship Opportunities
| Reference | Internship Area | Posts | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/2026 | Legal Services | 3 | LLB, Bachelor of Law, Paralegal Studies |
| 02/2026 | Strategic Support Services (ICT) | 3 | Information Technology, ICT |
| 03/2026 | Supply Chain Management | 4 | Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, Financial Management |
| 04/2026 | Strategic Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation | 4 | Public Administration, Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Policy Studies, Social Sciences |
| 05/2026 | Risk and Integrity | 4 | Accounting, Internal Auditing, Auditing, BCom Law |
| 06/2026 | Transport Planning & Policy Development | 2 | Transport Economics, Transport Management |
| 07/2026 | Public Transport Services | 4 | Transport Economics, Transport Planning, Transport Management |
| 08/2026 | Crime Prevention | 4 | Social Sciences, Developmental Studies |
| 09/2026 | Monitoring & Oversight | 4 | Law, Paralegal Studies, Policing, Criminology, Social Sciences |
| 10/2026 | Internal Control | 4 | Accounting, Internal Auditing, Auditing |
| 11/2026 | Transport Management | 4 | Transport Management, Transport Economics |
| 12/2026 | Human Resource Management | 3 | Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology |
| 13/2026 | Communications | 4 | Public Relations, Marketing & Communications, Journalism, Corporate Communications |
| 14/2026 | Transport Terminals | 2 | Transport Management, Transport Economics |
| 15/2026 | Finance Management | 3 | Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Budget Management, Public Finance Management, Personnel Expenditure |
| 16/2026* | Gender Focal Point | 1 | Public Administration, Management, Social Sciences |
Note: The advertisement lists the Gender Focal Point position as Ref No. 15/2026, but it appears to be a numbering error since Finance Management is already listed under Ref No. 15/2026.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed and signed Z83 Application Form.
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Three contactable references.
- Relevant qualifications reflected in the CV.
Do not attach certified copies of qualifications, certificates, or ID documents when applying. Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified supporting documents.
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted via email, post, or hand delivery.
Email Application
Email: cstmtraining@nwpg.gov.za
Postal Address
Director: Human Resource Management
Department of Community Safety and Transport Management
Private Bag X19
Mmabatho 2735
Hand Delivery Address
Department of Community Safety and Transport Management
1st Floor, Tirelo Building
Albert Luthuli Drive
Mahikeng
Enquiries
For more information, contact the department using any of the following numbers:
- 018 200 8279
- 018 200 8252
- 018 200 8247
- 018 200 8277
- 018 200 8264
- 018 200 8263
Important Notes
- Applications must be submitted using the official Z83 Application Form.
- Ensure the Z83 form is fully completed and signed.
- Submit a detailed CV with three contactable references.
- Previous participants in any government internship programme are not eligible.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Closing Date
Applications close on 17 July 2026 at 16:00.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline to avoid disappointment.
Final Thoughts
The North West Community Safety and Transport Management Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27 offers an excellent opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain practical government work experience while earning a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.
