Location: Multiple Provinces – South Africa
Job Type: Internship (24 Months)
Stipend: R7,860.50 per month
Reference Number: Project 20K
About the Department of Employment and Labour
The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to promoting fair labour practices, ensuring compliance with labour laws, and protecting the rights of employees across South Africa. The Department provides equal opportunities for youth, people living with disabilities, and applicants from previously disadvantaged backgrounds in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Position Overview
The Department is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for the BCEA Internship Programme 2025–2027. This internship offers practical exposure to labour law compliance, inspections, and administrative processes, enabling graduates to gain valuable professional experience within government.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in monitoring compliance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Sectoral Determinations (SD), and National Minimum Wage Act (NMWA).
- Conduct inspections to assess levels of compliance.
- Assist in investigating complaints related to contraventions of BCEA, SD, and NMWA.
- Provide administrative support to inspectors.
- Compile and consolidate reports from inspections and investigations.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizenship.
- Must be unemployed graduates who have not participated in a prior internship programme.
- Qualifications: National Diploma (NQF Level 6, 360 credits) or Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7, 480 credits) in:
- Labour Relations
- BCom Law / LLB
- Labour Law / Commercial Law
- All foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Willingness to relocate if internship is outside applicant’s area of residence.
Provincial Opportunities & Reference Numbers
- East London (Eastern Cape) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/EC
- Bloemfontein (Free State) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/FS
- Braamfontein (Gauteng) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/GP
- Durban (KZN) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/KZN
- Polokwane (Limpopo) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/LP
- Witbank (Mpumalanga) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/MP
- Kimberly (Northern Cape) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/NC
- Mmabatho (North West) – Ref: BCEA/P20K/NW
- Western Cape – Ref: BCEA/P20K/WC
Core Competencies
- Strong communication and administrative skills
- Attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to learning and adapting in a professional environment
- High ethical standards and integrity
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the SA Youth Portal: Apply for the BCEA Internship
- 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 submit requested documents or information will result in disqualification.
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