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INTERNSHIP AT GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT

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The Gauteng Department of Environment has officially opened applications for its 2026–2028 Internship Programme, providing unemployed South African graduates with an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience across environmental, administrative, and technical disciplines.

The internship programme is designed for graduates who have completed a National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Honours Degree in relevant fields. Successful candidates will be appointed on a fixed 24-month internship contract and will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.

Available internship opportunities include placements within the following divisions:

  • Air Quality
  • Pollution & Waste Management
  • Environmental Impact Management
  • Environmental Policy, Planning & Coordination
  • Compliance & Enforcement
  • Office of the Head of Department
  • Financial Management
  • Organisational Development
  • Information Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Communications
  • Graphic Design
  • Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation

Most internships will be based at the department’s Head Office in Johannesburg. However, the Environmental Policy, Planning & Coordination placement will be hosted in Pretoria at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research.

Applicants must hold qualifications in relevant disciplines, including but not limited to:

  • Environmental Science
  • Environmental Management
  • Chemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Natural Science
  • Geography
  • Public Management
  • Accounting Science
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Media Studies
  • Graphic Design
  • Monitoring & Evaluation

According to the department, interns will receive structured workplace training, exposure to practical projects, and mentorship from experienced professionals aligned with their academic background.

To apply, candidates must submit:

The department has advised applicants not to include certified copies of qualifications or supporting documents during the initial application stage. These documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates prior to interviews.

Applications must be submitted as a single PDF attachment. Applications sent in JPEG or image format will not be accepted.

The programme is open to unemployed South African graduates who have not previously participated in a Public Service internship programme. Preference may be given to applicants in line with employment equity objectives, including race, gender, and disability representation.

Applications must be emailed to:
GDEnvInternship@gauteng.gov.za

Applicants are required to include the relevant reference number in the email subject line.

The closing date for applications is 22 May 2026. Late submissions may not be considered.

 

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