The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (LDARD) invites unemployed graduates to apply for Internship / Learnership Programme 2024.
Internship Application DueDate: 07 February 2025
Internship Placement: Limpopo, South Africa
Are you a recent graduate eager to kick-start your career in the Agriculture sector? The Limpopo Provincial Government is offering an exciting Graduate Internship Program for 2025, providing young professionals the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various districts across the province.
This is your chance to join a meaningful internship program that helps shape the future of agriculture while gaining practical skills in Agribusiness, Animal Health, Agronomy, Animal Production, and more. The internships are available for both 24-month and 18-month durations, offering a great foundation for your career development.
Internship Positions Available
24-Month Internships:
- Agribusiness Graduate Intern
- (References: REF NO: LDARD 3/01/25, 4/01/25, LDARD 1/01/25, LDARD 6/01/25)
Mopani District: x2
Madzivhandila College: x1
Capricorn District: x1
Waterberg District: x1 - Agricultural Advisory Graduate Intern
- (References: LDARD 7/01/25, LDARD 8/01/25)
Waterberg District: x1
Vhembe District: x1 - Agronomy Graduate Intern
- (Reference: LDARD 9/01/25)
Towoomba Research Centre: x1 - Animal Health Graduate Intern
- (References: LDARD 12/01/25, LDARD 13/01/25, LDARD 14/01/25, LDARD 15/01/25)
Various districts (Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, Mara Research Centre): x5 - Animal Production Graduate Intern
- (References: LDARD 16/01/25, LDARD 17/01/25, LDARD 18/01/25, LDARD 19/01/25, LDARD 20/01/25)
Various districts (Capricorn, Madzivhandila College, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, Waterberg): x5 - Crop Production Graduate Intern
- (References: LDARD 23/01/25, LDARD 24/01/25, LDARD 26/01/25)
Various districts (Sekhukhune, Capricorn, Waterberg): x3 - Natural Resource Management Graduate Intern
Various roles including Landcare, Extension & Advisory Services, and Financial Management: 18 different roles available across research stations and head office. - Human Resource Management Graduate Intern
Multiple positions across districts and head office.
18-Month Internships:
- Animal Production Student Intern
- (References: LDARD 60/01/25, LDARD 61/01/25, LDARD 62/01/25)
Various districts: x4 - Crop Production Student Intern
- (References: LDARD 64/01/25, LDARD 65/01/25, LDARD 66/01/25, LDARD 67/01/25)
Various districts: x9 - Financial Management Student Intern
Multiple districts and head office: x6 - Human Resource Management Student Intern
Multiple positions across districts: x8
Allowance & Time Set
- 24-month internships: R7,450.75 per month.
- 18-month internships: R6,312.25 per month.
These allowance are designed to support you as you gain valuable experience in your field.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements:
- South African citizen
- Reside in Limpopo
- Completed Matric
- Studying or intending to study full-time in the agriculture sector for the 2025 academic year
- Studying at a SAQA accredited tertiary or TVET institution in South Africa
- Preference will be given to applicants in financial need and from historically disadvantaged communities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by referencing the specific internship position number and submitting the required documents. Applications must be submitted before 7 February 2025.
For more detailed information, please visit the official Limpopo Provincial Government website or contact the relevant department directly.
