The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements has announced 34 internship opportunities for 2026–2028 for unemployed South African graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in fields related to the department’s core functions.
Post Published: September 14, 2026
Post Author: Careers Mason
Category: Internships
Location: Gauteng, South AfricaThe internship programme offers opportunities in areas including finance and accounting, property management, human resources, public administration, communications, construction, civil engineering, monitoring and evaluation, internal audit, town planning, GIS, policy development and sector transformation.
Successful candidates will be appointed to a 24-month Internship Programme and will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75. Applications are open to qualifying candidates who meet the age, citizenship, qualification, residence and other requirements outlined in the official advert.
Gauteng Department of Human Settlements Internship Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Gauteng Department of Human Settlements |
| Programme | Internship Opportunities 2026–2028 |
| Province | Gauteng |
| Total Internships | 34 |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Stipend | R8,174.75 per month |
| Age | 18–35 years |
| Citizenship | South African citizens |
| Closing Date | 25 September 2026 |
The internships are located across Johannesburg, Head Office, Alberton, Krugersdorp, Pretoria and the West-Rand Region.
General Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be an unemployed graduate.
- Have completed a tertiary qualification at National Diploma or Degree level in one of the relevant fields listed below.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the internship being applied for.
- Must not have participated in an internship programme before.
- Must not currently be pursuing another qualification.
- Be willing to sign a 24-month internship contract if appointed.
- Applicants must reside in Gauteng Province.
Important: The advert states that applications from provinces outside Gauteng will be disqualified. Applicants should therefore ensure that they apply according to the geographical area and discipline applicable to their circumstances. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews to determine their suitability for the programme.
Available Internship Opportunities
1. Asset Register & Inventory
- Location: Head Office
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0001
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Financial Management
This opportunity is suitable for graduates with accounting or financial management qualifications who are interested in asset register and inventory-related work.
2. Contract Management
- Location: Alberton Office
- Number of Interns: 3
- Reference: Ref No. 0002
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Management, Finance, Law or a relevant field
Graduates from supply chain, logistics, public management, finance, law and related disciplines may apply.
3. Property Management
- Location: Head Office
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0003
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Property Management
This opportunity is intended for graduates who have completed qualifications in property management.
4. Incremental Housing
- Location: West-Rand Region, Krugersdorp; Tshwane Region, Pretoria
- Number of Interns: 4
- Reference: Ref No. 0004
- Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or Construction Management
Graduates in civil engineering, building engineering and construction management can apply for these positions.
5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting / Programme Information Management & Reporting / Strategic Management
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 5
- Reference: Ref No. 0005
- Qualification: NQF Level 7 in Monitoring & Evaluation or related fields; or NQF Level 7 in Commerce, Social Science, Business Management or Public Management
Five internship opportunities are available in this area for graduates with the specified NQF Level 7 qualifications.
6. Financial Management and Accounting
- Location: Alberton
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0006
- Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Finance or BCom Accounting
This opportunity is aimed at graduates who have completed finance or accounting qualifications.
7. Beneficiary Management
- Location: Krugersdorp
- Number of Interns: 3
- Reference: Ref No. 0007
- Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration
Three positions are available for graduates with qualifications in Public Administration.
8. Human Resource Management / Development / Labour Relations
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 3
- Reference: Ref No. 0008
- Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development or Labour Relations
Graduates with relevant human resource and labour relations qualifications can apply.
9. Media Relations/Liaison / Internal Communications
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0009
- Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Integrated Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field; or National Diploma/Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Graphic Design or a related field
This opportunity is suitable for graduates from communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, graphic design and related disciplines.
10. Internal Audit Services / Internal Control
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0010
- Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Internal Audit & Risk Management or Accounting
Two positions are available for graduates with qualifications in internal audit, risk management or accounting.
11. Needs, Research and Policy Development
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 2
- Reference: Ref No. 0011
- Qualification: National Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree in Public Management, Public Administration or Social Science
Graduates interested in policy development, research, public administration and social sciences can apply.
12. Town Planning GIS
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 3
- Reference: Ref No. 0012
- Qualification: Degree/Advanced Diploma in Town Planning, Human Settlements or GIS
Three positions are available for graduates with qualifications in town planning, human settlements or Geographic Information Systems.
13. Sector Transformation
- Location: Johannesburg
- Number of Interns: 1
- Reference: Ref No. 0013
- Qualification: Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences or Public Administration
One internship opportunity is available for a graduate with a relevant degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences or Public Administration.
Total Internships: 34
The advertised opportunities collectively provide 34 internship positions across the different fields and locations.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit a completed Z83 application form together with the documents specified in the advert. The required documents are:
- Completed and signed Z83 application form
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Certified copy of highest qualification
- Certified copy of South African ID document
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
The advert states that the Z83 form can be obtained from any Public Service Department. Applicants can also access the current Z83 application form through the DPSA Z83 Application Form. The Department of Public Service and Administration also provides the latest Z83 form and guidance on its official website. (Public Service Department)
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by email using the address corresponding to the applicant’s geographical area and the relevant discipline.
Head Office
Email: GDHuSinternHO@gauteng.gov.za
The Head Office email is for the following disciplines:
- Human Resource
- Policy & Research
- Supply Chain & Finance
- Asset Registry & Inventory
- Property Management
- Monitoring & Evaluation/Related Fields
- Commerce
- Social Science
- Business Management
- Public Administration
- Communications
- Town Planning and GIS
- Gender Studies
Important: Applicants should send the relevant disciplines only to the email address specified for Head Office.
Tshwane
Email: GDHuSinternTSH@gauteng.gov.za
This email is specifically for:
- Civil Engineering
- Building Engineering
- Construction Management
West Rand
Email: GDHuSinternMOG@gauteng.gov.za
This email is specifically for:
- Civil Engineering
- Building Engineering
- Construction Management
Applicants should use only the email address applicable to their discipline and geographical area. Failure to submit the application according to the specified arrangements may result in automatic disqualification.
Important Application Information
- Applicants should carefully check the requirements before submitting their applications.
- The internship programme is specifically intended for unemployed South African graduates who have not previously participated in an internship programme and are not currently pursuing another qualification.
- Successful candidates will be required to enter into a 24-month Internship Programme contract with the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements.
- Applicants should also ensure that they use the correct reference number for the internship opportunity they are applying for and submit all required documents.
- The department has specifically indicated that applications from outside Gauteng will be disqualified.
- The department also welcomes applications from persons with disabilities.
Selection and Correspondence
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews to determine their suitability for the internship programme. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If an applicant does not receive communication within three months after the closing date, they should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
Closing Date
Applications close on 25 September 2026, Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline and carefully check that the correct email address, internship field, reference number and supporting documents have been included.
Final Note
The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements Internship Programme 2026–2028 provides 34 opportunities for unemployed graduates across a wide range of disciplines, including finance, accounting, human resources, public administration, construction, civil engineering, communications, internal audit, town planning, GIS, policy development and property management.
Eligible applicants should carefully select the internship that matches their completed qualification, use the appropriate reference number, complete the Z83 form, attach the required documents and submit the application to the correct regional email address before 25 September 2026. Official Z83 form: Download the Z83 Application Form, Note: The application email addresses above are reproduced from the official internship advert provided in the uploaded notice.
