The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially opened applications for its Public Service Graduate Internship Programme 2026. This 24-month internship offers unemployed South African graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience while receiving a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.
Interns will be placed at the National Head Office, Training Colleges, and Regional Offices across South Africa in various professional fields.
Internship Overview
| Programme | Department of Correctional Services Graduate Internship Programme |
|---|---|
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Monthly Stipend | R8,174.75 |
| Location | South Africa |
| Closing Date | 09 July 2026 at 15:45 |
| Application Method | Z83 Application Form + Detailed CV |
Available Internship Fields
Graduates can apply in the following fields:
- Built Environment
- Legal (LLB)
- Finance
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Information Technology
- Supply Chain Management
- Theology
- Correctional Service Management
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Agriculture
- Kitchen/Bakery
- Artisans
- Clothing and Textile
Head Office Internship Opportunities
| Internship Field | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Built Environment | HO 2026/06/01 |
| Legal | HO 2026/06/02 |
| Finance | HO 2026/06/03 |
| Psychology | HO 2026/06/04 |
| Social Work | HO 2026/06/05 |
| Information Technology | HO 2026/06/06 |
| Supply Chain Management | HO 2026/06/07 |
| Theology | HO 2026/06/08 |
| Correctional Service Management | HO 2026/06/09 |
Location: National Head Office
Monthly Stipend: R8,174.75
Kroonstad Training College
| Internship Field | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Information Technology | KSC 2026/06/10 |
| Supply Chain Management | KSC 2026/06/11 |
| Theology | KSC 2026/06/12 |
Zonderwater Training College
| Internship Field | Reference Number |
|---|---|
| Information Technology | ZWC 2026/06/13 |
| Supply Chain Management | ZWC 2026/06/14 |
| Theology | ZWC 2026/06/15 |
Gauteng Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (GP 2026/06/16)
- Occupational Health & Safety (GP 2026/06/17)
- Information Technology (GP 2026/06/18)
- Supply Chain Management (GP 2026/06/19)
- Agriculture (GP 2026/06/20)
- Kitchen/Bakery (GP 2026/06/21)
- Artisans (GP 2026/06/22)
Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (LMN 2026/06/23)
- Occupational Health & Safety (LMN 2026/06/24)
- Information Technology (LMN 2026/06/25)
- Supply Chain Management (LMN 2026/06/26)
- Agriculture (LMN 2026/06/27)
- Kitchen/Bakery (LMN 2026/06/28)
- Artisans (LMN 2026/06/29)
- Clothing & Textile (LMN 2026/06/30)
Western Cape Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (WC 2026/06/31)
- Occupational Health & Safety (WC 2026/06/32)
- Information Technology (WC 2026/06/33)
- Supply Chain Management (WC 2026/06/34)
- Agriculture (WC 2026/06/35)
- Kitchen/Bakery (WC 2026/06/36)
- Artisans (WC 2026/06/37)
Eastern Cape Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (EC 2026/06/38)
- Occupational Health & Safety (EC 2026/06/39)
- Information Technology (EC 2026/06/40)
- Supply Chain Management (EC 2026/06/41)
- Kitchen/Bakery (EC 2026/06/42)
- Artisans (EC 2026/06/43)
KwaZulu-Natal Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (KZN 2026/06/44)
- Occupational Health & Safety (KZN 2026/06/45)
- Information Technology (KZN 2026/06/46)
- Supply Chain Management (KZN 2026/06/47)
- Kitchen/Bakery (KZN 2026/06/48)
- Artisans (KZN 2026/06/49)
Free State & Northern Cape Region
Available internships include:
- Correctional Service Management (FS/NC 2026/06/50)
- Occupational Health & Safety (FS/NC 2026/06/51)
- Information Technology (FS/NC 2026/06/52)
- Supply Chain Management (FS/NC 2026/06/53)
- Kitchen/Bakery (FS/NC 2026/06/54)
- Artisans (FS/NC 2026/06/55)
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must possess a relevant National Diploma, Degree, LLB, or Trade Certificate in the field they are applying for.
Examples include:
- Built Environment: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Technology, Interior Design or Landscape Architecture.
- Legal: Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
- Finance: Financial Accounting or Financial Management.
- Psychology: Degree in Psychology.
- Social Work: Degree in Social Work.
- Information Technology: National Diploma or Degree in IT.
- Supply Chain Management: National Diploma or Degree.
- Theology: National Diploma or Degree in Theological Studies.
- Correctional Service Management: Correctional Services Management, Correctional Sciences, Penology, Criminology or Security Management.
- Occupational Health & Safety: Safety Management or Environmental Management.
- Agriculture: Animal Production, Plant Production or Horticulture.
- Kitchen/Bakery: Food Technology or Food and Consumer Science.
- Artisans: Trade Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Plumbing, Electrical, Bricklaying, Welding, Carpentry, Upholstery, Fitting or Motor Mechanics.
- Clothing & Textile: Pattern Making or Clothing Design.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- A completed Z83 Application Form
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- The correct reference number for the position applied for
Important:
- Submit a separate application for each internship.
- Do not attach certified copies of qualifications at application stage.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide certified documents before interviews.
- Email applicants must include the correct reference number in the subject line.
Applications can be submitted via email, hand delivery or post to the relevant DCS office for the region in which you are applying.
Important Notes
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Security clearance, criminal record checks and qualification verification will be conducted.
- Appointment remains provisional until security clearance has been finalized.
- If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised internship positions.
Closing Date: 09 July 2026 at 15:45, Late applications will not be accepted.
Final Thoughts
The Department of Correctional Services Graduate Internship Programme 2026 is an excellent opportunity for unemployed graduates seeking valuable public service experience. With a 24-month contract, a monthly stipend of R8,174.75, and placements available across South Africa, the programme provides practical training in a wide range of professional disciplines.
Graduates in Information Technology, Finance, Law, Social Work, Psychology, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Theology, Correctional Services, Engineering, Artisanship, and related fields are encouraged to submit their applications before 09 July 2026 at 15:45.
