GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME: CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND SURVEILLANCE (X2) | CIPC – PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA
JOB TITLE: Graduate Internship: Corporate Governance and Surveillance (x2)
COMPANY: Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
LOCATION: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, South Africa
DATE POSTED: 23 June 2025
REFERENCE NUMBER: InternCGS
CONTRACT TYPE: Internship (24 Months)
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 04 July 2025
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is a leading public entity under the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic). CIPC plays a crucial role in regulating companies, intellectual property, and ensuring good governance within South Africa’s economic environment. As part of its youth empowerment initiatives, CIPC is offering exciting internship opportunities aimed at unemployed graduates who are eager to gain practical experience and contribute meaningfully to the country’s regulatory landscape.
This internship forms part of CIPC’s commitment to skills development and youth employability, giving selected candidates the platform to build their careers in corporate governance and surveillance. If you are passionate about governance, compliance, and public service, this opportunity offers valuable exposure within a reputable government institution.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Graduate Internship Programme for Corporate Governance and Surveillance is designed to provide unemployed graduates with professional work experience in a structured, supportive environment. The internship will run for a period of 24 months, during which interns will be placed at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria.
The successful candidates will be involved in activities related to corporate governance, surveillance, legal compliance, and regulatory functions within CIPC. This hands-on experience will enhance your practical skills and prepare you for future employment opportunities within the legal and governance sectors.
WHAT IS AN INTERNSHIP?
An internship, as defined by the South African Cabinet in December 2002, is a public service graduate work experience programme. It is designed to provide unemployed graduates with exposure to a professional working environment, helping them apply the theoretical knowledge gained during their studies and develop the necessary workplace competencies.
This internship is targeted at:
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Unemployed South African graduates who have completed their LLB Degrees (NQF Level 8)
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Graduates who have not yet been exposed to formal work experience
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Graduates who have never participated in any Internship Programme
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South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 years
Successful candidates will be required to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement and must be willing to commit to the full 24-month duration.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Qualification: LLB Degree (NQF Level 8)
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South African citizenship
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Age between 18 to 35 years
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No prior participation in any internship or formal work experience
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Strong academic record and interest in corporate governance and legal compliance
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Qualification and citizenship verification checks will be conducted on successful candidates
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Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
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Candidates should be available for selection interviews on dates determined by CIPC
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CIPC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to promoting representativity in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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CIPC reserves the right not to fill advertised positions
REMUNERATION
The successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R12,000.00, which will assist with living expenses during the internship period.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online via the following link:
Apply for Internship Opportunities at CIPC
For more information, visit the CIPC official website:
www.cipc.co.za
Please note: Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be considered. For assistance with the application process, contact the CIPC Recruitment Office at:
087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7076 or 087 260 1554
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