Location: Multiple Provinces – South Africa
Job Type: Internship (24 Months)
Closing Date: 21 November 2025 (16:00 walk-in / 00:00 online)
Reference Number: Project 20K
About the Department of Employment and Labour
The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to promoting employment, improving labour conditions, and ensuring occupational health and safety across South Africa. The Department is an equal opportunity employer, prioritising youth, people living with disabilities, and applicants from previously disadvantaged backgrounds in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Position Overview
The Department invites unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme 2025–2027. This 24-month internship provides practical work experience, skills development, and exposure to public service. Participants will work across multiple provinces and gain valuable insights into occupational health and safety, environmental compliance, and administrative processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in inspections to ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993), regulations, and standards.
- Provide administrative support to inspectors.
- Assist in investigating incidents and complaints related to OHS.
- Support inspectors during enforcement activities.
- Compile and consolidate reports from inspections.
- Participate in pre-entry practical exercises to assess technical and generic skills.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizenship.
- Must be unemployed graduates who have not participated in an internship programme previously.
- Qualifications: National Diploma (NQF Level 6, 360 credits) or Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7, 480 credits) in fields including:
- Environmental Health / Occupational Health / Hygiene
- Environmental Science
- Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Chemical, Construction, Mining, or Industrial Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry, Explosives Management / Engineering
- All foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Willingness to relocate for the internship if necessary (accommodation and transport are the applicant’s responsibility).
Stipend
- R7,860.50 per month
Provincial Opportunities:
- East London (Eastern Cape) – Ref: OHS/P20K/EC
- Bloemfontein (Free State) – Ref: OHS/P20K/FS
- Braamfontein (Gauteng) – Ref: OHS/P20K/GP
- Durban (KZN) – Ref: OHS/P20K/KZN
- Polokwane (Limpopo) – Ref: OHS/P20K/LP
- Witbank (Mpumalanga) – Ref: OHS/P20K/MP
- Kimberly (Northern Cape) – Ref: OHS/P20KNC
- Mmabatho (North West) – Ref: OHS/P20K/NW
- Western Cape – Ref: OHS/P20K/WC
Core Competencies
- Strong administrative and communication skills
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to learn and adapt
- Professionalism and integrity
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the SA Youth Portal: Submit Your Application Here
- Search for Project 20K
- Complete the new Z83 application form (old forms will not be considered)
- Attach a recently updated CV
- Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of:
- Matric certificate
- Academic transcripts
- ID document
Applicants must be available for pre-entry practical exercises, assessments, and interviews. Failure to provide requested documents or information will result in disqualification.
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