The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is offering 60 paid graduate internship positions for the period 2027 to 2029. This programme provides unemployed South African graduates with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience in government infrastructure-related fields while receiving a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.
About the Internship Programme
This 24-month internship initiative covers three key operational areas within the Department:
- Properties and Facilities Management
- Roads Maintenance
- Infrastructure Management
Participants will work in either the Department’s Head Office or one of five Limpopo districts: Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, and Waterberg. The programme aims to equip graduates with hands-on experience that complements their qualifications.
Who Can Apply?
- Unemployed South African graduates who require workplace experience.
- Holders of the relevant National Diploma or Degree as specified for each vacancy.
- Applicants must not have previously participated in a Public Service Graduate Internship Programme within any government department.
- Women and persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Academic Qualifications and Fields of Study
The programme caters to a range of academic backgrounds. Examples include but are not limited to:
- Properties and Facilities Management: Real Estate, Property Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Property Management, Horticulture, and Law (LLB).
- Roads Maintenance: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Management.
- Infrastructure Management: Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Studies, Building Science, Quantity Surveying.
Programme Details
- Duration: 24 months (from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029)
- Stipend: R8,174.75 per month
- Total vacancies: 60, divided equally among the three operational areas.
Locations
Internships are available at the Department’s Head Office in Polokwane and within district offices in Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, and Waterberg.
Application Process
Applicants can apply using one of the following methods:
1. Online Application
Visit the Limpopo Provincial Government eRecruitment Portal. Register or log in, search for the internship using the relevant reference number, and complete the application form. Upload the required documents, which include:
- Completed Z83 application form (2021 version)
- A comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Copy of South African Identity Document
- Driver’s licence (if specified in the online instructions; not always required)
2. Physical Application
Applicants may submit a signed Z83 form (downloadable), accompanied by a CV, to one of the department’s locations by hand or via post. Supporting documents are only required if shortlisted. Specific addresses are provided for each district and the Head Office in Polokwane.
Important Information Before Applying
- Only the updated and prescribed 2021 Z83 application form should be used.
- Ensure all sections of the form are completed accurately.
- Applications must be submitted before 6 November 2026 at 16h30. Postal applications must be received by this deadline; postmark dates do not count as proof of on-time submission.
- Shortlisted candidates may undergo qualification verification, security clearance, assessments, and integrity checks.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain evaluation from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- No guarantee of permanent employment arises from completing the internship successfully.
Contact Details for Queries
For questions about qualifications, reference numbers, or application requirements, applicants can contact:
- Head Office, Polokwane: Ms G.T. Lebese or Mr N.E. Matibe at 015 284 7614 / 015 284 7338
- Capricorn District: Mr B.N. Seleka or Ms M.M. Mothiba at 015 287 5610 / 5613 / 5611 / 5612
- Mopani District: Ms K.P. Bila or Ms K.S. Mabunda at 015 811 4000
- Sekhukhune District: Ms R.C. Makalela or Ms M.J. Mankge at 015 632 8300 / 8330
Careful preparation and timely submission are essential to be considered for this internship programme.
For detailed vacancy information and to download the application form, refer to the official DPSA Circular 36 of 2026 and the Limpopo eRecruitment Portal.
