The South African Department of Transport is inviting applications for its Internship Programme running from 2027 to 2029. This programme offers 77 internship and work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities targeting both university graduates and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) N6 students across multiple professional fields.
About the Internship Programme
The programme consists of 62 Graduate Internship positions lasting 24 months and 15 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) positions for TVET N6 students, lasting 18 months. Interns will gain practical experience in areas including administration, finance, IT, human resources, engineering, transport, aviation, maritime studies, logistics, law, environmental management, and town planning, among others. Most positions are based at the Department’s Head Office in Pretoria.
Who Can Apply
Applications are open to South African graduates from universities and universities of technology as well as TVET College students who have completed their N6 qualifications in fields related to the available internship disciplines. This intake covers a broad range of study areas, including but not limited to:
- Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations
- Management, Accounting, Internal Auditing
- Information Technology, Computer Science
- Human Resources, Industrial Psychology
- Engineering disciplines such as Civil and Mechanical Engineering
- Transport Management, Road Safety, Logistics, Aviation, Maritime Studies
- Environmental and Town Planning fields
- Law and Labour Relations
- Economics, Statistics, GIS and related fields
Stipends and Duration
- Graduate internships last 24 months with a monthly stipend of approximately R8,174.75, varying by qualification.
- WIL positions for TVET N6 students span 18 months, with a typical monthly stipend of around R6,131.
Available Positions and Locations
The 77 opportunities include specialized roles such as Corporate Legal Intern, Business Intelligence Intern, Labour Relations Intern, Engineering and Transport-focused internships, and public transport roles covering all nine South African provinces. Although some internships reference provinces, most are located at the Pretoria Head Office.
Application Process
Applicants must apply using the updated Z83 government application form accompanied by a comprehensive CV. It is crucial to specify the exact position title and reference number on the application.
Applications should be sent according to the internship category:
- Graduate Internships: Email to [email protected] or post to Department of Transport, Private Bag X193, Pretoria 0001, or hand deliver to 159 Forum Building, corner Struben and Bosman Street, Pretoria.
- TVET N6 Work Integrated Learning: Email to [email protected].
- Public Transport Graduate Internships: Email to [email protected].
Closing Date
All applications must be submitted by 09 October 2026.
Important Considerations Before Applying
- Applicants applying for multiple positions must submit separate applications each with the relevant Z83 form and supporting documents.
- Meeting the advertised academic requirements is essential, and qualifications, citizenship, experience, and references may be verified during the recruitment process.
- For TVET applicants, additional resources like the TVET College Explorer and the SETA Platform may assist in understanding possible career pathways and other workplace learning opportunities.
- University students and graduates can leverage the Career & Qualification Explorer to map academic qualifications to career opportunities within South Africa.
Additional Resources
For application forms and further details, applicants are encouraged to download the necessary documentation and explore supplementary career tools linked to the Department of Transport’s internship recruitment.
How to Access Application Documents
The official recruitment advertisement and application documents are accessible online, helping prospective applicants complete their submissions correctly.
