The Social Housing Regulatory Authority invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the SHRA Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 22 July 2026
Internship Location: South Africa
SHRA Internship Opportunities 2026
The Social Housing Regulatory Authority, commonly known as SHRA, has opened several internship opportunities for graduates seeking practical workplace experience. The available internships cover Property Development and Investment, Legal Services, Graphic Design and Facilities Management. These opportunities are suitable for graduates with qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Law, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Facilities Management and the built environment. All applications close on 22 July 2026.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Social Housing Regulatory Authority
Abbreviation: SHRA
Industry: Public sector, human settlements and social housing
Programme: Internship Programme 2026
Available fields: Property Development, Legal Services, Graphic Design and Facilities Management
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Application method: Email
Employment Equity: Appointments will be made in line with SHRA’s Employment Equity Plan
Available SHRA Internship Opportunities
SHRA is recruiting graduates for the following internship positions:
1. Property Development and Investment Internship
The Property Development and Investment Internship is suitable for graduates interested in construction, infrastructure, property development and project management. The successful intern will support project managers and gain exposure to different stages of the property development process.
Qualification Required
Applicants should have completed a:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying; or
- Diploma in Quantity Surveying.
Exposure to the built environment, construction or project administration will be advantageous.
Key Learning Areas
The successful intern may gain practical experience in:
- Property development processes.
- Project and administrative support.
- Research and market analysis.
- Feasibility studies.
- Development-site research.
- Construction documentation.
- Budget monitoring.
- Financial models.
- Project scheduling.
- Sustainable construction practices.
- Site inspections.
- Due diligence.
- Environmental assessments.
- Stakeholder communication.
- Meetings with architects, engineers and contractors.
- Monitoring construction progress.
Skills That Will Be Advantageous
Applicants should have:
- Knowledge of construction or the built environment.
- Basic estimating skills.
- Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Microsoft Word proficiency.
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Time-management abilities.
The position operates through a hybrid working model combining office and remote work.
2. Legal Internship
The Legal Internship is intended for graduates who have completed an LLB degree and want practical exposure to legal administration, regulatory compliance and public-sector governance. The successful intern will assist with legal documentation, research, records and communication with legal service providers.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- An LLB degree.
Experience obtained through a law clinic, Legal Aid, articles or legal practice will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
The Legal Intern may assist with:
- Preparing legal documentation.
- Drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Processing legal documents.
- Supporting summons and eviction-related matters.
- Conducting legal research.
- Preparing documentation for meetings.
- Maintaining legal records.
- Collating Rental Housing Tribunal information.
- Communicating with external legal service providers.
- Managing legal correspondence.
- Organising files and case-related documents.
- Supporting governance and compliance processes.
Required Skills
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Legal research skills.
- Good written communication.
- Microsoft Word proficiency.
- Microsoft Excel proficiency.
- Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency.
- Attention to detail.
- Organisational ability.
- Professional communication.
The Legal Internship is office-based.
3. Graphic Design Internship
The Graphic Design Internship is suitable for creative graduates interested in branding, digital communication, multimedia production and public-sector marketing. The successful intern will join SHRA’s Marketing and Communications team and support the development of visual and digital content.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A three-year bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Graphic Design, Multimedia or an equivalent qualification.
- A relevant qualification at the required NQF level.
Key Responsibilities
The Graphic Design Intern may assist with:
- Graphic design.
- Infographic development.
- Animation.
- Information visualisation.
- Social-media content.
- Brand implementation.
- Layout and formatting.
- Digital publishing.
- Multimedia production.
- Website content preparation.
- Communication campaigns.
- Event branding.
- Photography.
- Video production.
- Print production.
- Content quality control.
- Procurement administration.
- Event logistics.
Technical Skills
Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of:
- Adobe Photoshop.
- Adobe Illustrator.
- Adobe InDesign.
- Adobe Dreamweaver.
- Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Adobe After Effects.
- Audacity.
- HTML.
- Motion graphics.
- Digital content production.
The internship provides an opportunity for graduates to strengthen their professional design portfolios while gaining public-sector communications experience.
4. Facilities Internship Coordinator
The Facilities Internship Coordinator opportunity is suitable for graduates interested in property management, building operations, health and safety, maintenance and contractor management. The successful intern will assist with facilities and maintenance functions within a SHRA residential complex.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have one of the following:
- A bachelor’s degree in the built environment; or
- A bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management; or
- An equivalent relevant qualification.
Computer literacy is essential.
Key Learning Areas
The intern may gain exposure to:
- Health and safety management.
- Contractor induction and monitoring.
- Service-level agreements.
- Maintenance planning.
- Tenant maintenance queries.
- Building inspections.
- Repair coordination.
- Unit turnovers.
- Asset management.
- Work-order systems.
- Contractor performance management.
- Security coordination.
- Grounds maintenance.
- Stock control.
Practical Responsibilities
The successful candidate may assist with:
- Conducting safety inspections.
- Preparing monthly safety reports.
- Coordinating safety audits.
- Updating safety files.
- Monitoring contractor performance.
- Logging tenant maintenance requests.
- Tracking maintenance work.
- Inspecting vacant units.
- Obtaining repair quotations.
- Monitoring building conditions.
- Managing service providers.
- Inspecting work completed by handymen.
- Assisting with stock audits and material records.
Required Skills
Applicants should have:
- Building-maintenance knowledge.
- Basic problem-solving skills.
- Microsoft Excel skills.
- Customer-service abilities.
- Conflict-management skills.
- Communication skills.
- Teamwork.
- Attention to detail.
- Adaptability.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Who Should Apply?
The internship opportunities are suitable for unemployed graduates who have completed qualifications in:
SpecialOccasions
- Quantity Surveying.
- Property Development.
- Law.
- Graphic Design.
- Multimedia.
- Facilities Management.
- Built Environment disciplines.
Applicants should apply only for the internship aligned with their completed qualification.
Skills Interns Can Develop
Depending on the internship selected, successful candidates may develop skills in:
- Professional communication.
- Stakeholder engagement.
- Time management.
- Planning and coordination.
- Report writing.
- Research.
- Microsoft Office.
- Public-sector governance.
- Project administration.
- Problem-solving.
- Teamwork.
- Records management.
- Regulatory compliance.
- Digital communication.
- Property and facilities management.
Documents Required
Applicants should submit:
- A relevant and updated CV.
- Copies of completed qualifications.
- A copy of their South African identity document.
- Any portfolio or supporting documents relevant to the internship.
- Any additional documents requested during the recruitment process.
Graphic Design applicants should consider including a link to a professional design portfolio where available.
How to Apply for SHRA Internships 2026
Applicants must submit their CVs by email and use the correct reference in the subject line.
Property Development and Investment Internship
Click here to apply for the SHRA Property Development and Investment Internship 2026
Email: pdi@pcpconsultancy.co.za
Subject reference: REF: PDI INTERNSHIP
Legal Internship
Click here to apply for the SHRA Legal Internship 2026
Email: legalintern@pcpconsultancy.co.za
Subject reference: REF: LEGAL INTERNSHIP
Graphic Design Internship
Click here to apply for the SHRA Graphic Design Internship 2026
Email: recruitment@shra.org.za
Subject reference: REF: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Facilities Internship Coordinator
Click here to apply for the SHRA Facilities Internship 2026
Email: facilitator@pcpconsultancy.co.za, Subject reference: REF: FACILITATOR INTERNSHIP, Applicants must use the reference exactly as provided for the position they are applying for.
Application Closing Date
Applications for all four SHRA internship opportunities close on 22 July 2026, Applicants are encouraged to submit their complete applications before the closing date.
Important Information for Applicants
SHRA reserves the right not to make an appointment or to withdraw an advertisement. Appointments will be made in accordance with the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan. Compensation& Benefits Only shortlisted applicants will receive further communication. Applicants must ensure that the correct email address and subject reference are used, as applications sent incorrectly may not be considered.
About the Social Housing Regulatory Authority
The Social Housing Regulatory Authority is a public entity responsible for regulating, investing in and supporting South Africa’s social-housing sector. Through its internship opportunities, SHRA provides graduates with practical experience in professional fields that support housing development, legal compliance, communications and facilities management.
