The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026–2028.
The internship programme will run for a non-renewable period of 24 months, giving graduates valuable exposure in government departments and helping improve future employability.
GDARD Internship Programme 2026–2028 Overview
Department: Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD)
Programme: Internship Programme 2026–2028
Fixed Term: 24 Months (Non-Renewable)
Compensation: R8 174.75 per month
Placement: Johannesburg, Pretoria & Germiston, Gauteng
Best Before: 29 May 2026
Available Internship Opportunities
- Financial Management Internship (X2 Posts)
Ref No: FM2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in
- Financial Management
- Accounting Science
- Rural Development Internship (X1 Post)
Ref No: RD2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Developmental Studies or related qualification.
- Record Management Internship (X1 Post)
Ref No: RM2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Archives and Records Management
- Library and Information Science or related qualification.
- Agro-Processing Internship (X1 Post)
Ref No: AP2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Food Technology
- Food Science or related qualification.
- Agricultural Engineering Internship (X1 Post)
Ref No: RTDS 2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Degree in:
- Agricultural Engineering or related qualification.
- Animal Health Internship (X2 Posts)
Ref No: AH2026/01
Placement: Pretoria
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Animal Health or related qualification.
- Animal Health Internship (X2 Posts)
Ref No: AH2026/02
Placement: Germiston
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Animal Health or related qualification.
- Land Care Internship (X1 Post)
Ref No: EES2026
Placement: Head Office – Johannesburg
Qualification Required:
Diploma or Degree in:
- Project Management
- Public Management
Internship Responsibilities
Successful interns will:
- Receive structured workplace training related to their field of study
- Gain practical work experience within government departments
- Participate in workplace projects and departmental activities
- Support capacity-building initiatives under the supervision of experienced professionals.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African graduates
- Hold a completed National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Honours Degree in the relevant field
- Be willing to participate in a 24-month internship programme.
Supporting documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Z83 application forms
Enquiries:
Contact Person: Ms. Thandiwe Tsutsu Telephone: 011) 240 2586.
How to apply for GDARD Internship Programme 2026–2028
- Send applications to the e-mail provided below
- Attach supporting documents
- Quote the relevant Reference Number on the e-mail subject line
- Apply as instructed
Applications should be e-mailed to: GDARDInternship@gauteng.gov.za
DOWNLOAD Z83 APPLICATION FORM HERE
Crucial Matters
- Applicants should apply using the correct reference number for the internship field they qualify for.
- Ensure all supporting documents are submitted as required in the official advert.
- Applications submitted with incomplete information may not be considered.
- Late applications may not be accepted.
Final Say
This programme offers graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience while receiving structured training in their field of study.
