The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for 24-month Graduate Internship Programme.
The programme offers structured workplace experience in communication, finance, auditing, information technology, economics, business regulation and tourism. Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Applications must be submitted online by 16:00 on 28 August 2026.
Opportunity Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism |
| Programme | Graduate Internship Programme |
| Province | Mpumalanga |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Number of opportunities | 12 |
| Stipend | R8 174.75 per month |
| Target applicants | Unemployed South African graduates |
| Application method | Online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal |
| Closing date | 28 August 2026 at 16:00 |
Graduate Internship Stipend
Successful graduate interns will receive a stipend of R8 174.75 per month for the duration of the 24-month internship programme.
About the Mpumalanga DEDT Graduate Internship Programme
The internship programme is intended to provide graduates with practical workplace experience relevant to their qualifications.
Interns will receive structured workplace exposure and training aligned with their fields of study and placement areas. They will participate in workplace activities, projects and capacity-building initiatives under the supervision of experienced professionals.
Applicants must select an internship that matches their qualifications and use the correct reference number when applying.
Available Graduate Internship Opportunities
1. Communication Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/248
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/01
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualifications accepted:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in:
- Communication
- Journalism
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Media Studies
Enquiries: Ms FP Sibiya at (013) 766 4490
2. Financial Management Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/249
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/02
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualifications accepted:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in:
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Financial Accounting
- Cost Management
Enquiries: Ms FP Sibiya at (013) 766 4490
3. Internal Audit Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/250
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/03
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualifications accepted:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year qualification in:
- National Diploma: Internal Audit or Auditing
- BCom: Auditing
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences: Internal Auditing
Enquiries: Ms NC Ndlala at (013) 766 4370
4. Information and Communication Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/251
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/04
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in Information and Communication Technology.
Enquiries: Ms MS Mahlangu at 066 245 9720
5. Enterprise Development Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/252
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/05
- Centre: Ehlanzeni District, Bushbuckridge
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualifications accepted:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in:
- Business Management
- Economics
Enquiries: Ms MS Mahlangu at 066 245 9720
6. Regional Economic Development Programme Internship
- Post number: 29/253
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/06
- Centre: Nkangala District, Witbank
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in Economics.
Enquiries: Ms P Madlala at (013) 692 6300 or 083 996 7031
7. Trade and Investment Promotion Graduate Internship – Mbombela
- Post number: 29/254
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/07
- Centre: Ehlanzeni District, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualifications accepted:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in:
- Business Management
- Economics
Enquiries: Ms MS Mahlangu at 066 245 9720
8. Trade and Investment Promotion Graduate Internship – KwaMhlanga
- Post number: 29/255
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/08
- Centre: Nkangala District, KwaMhlanga
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in Economics.
Enquiries: Ms P Madlala at (013) 692 6300 or 083 996 7031
9. Business Regulations Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/256
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/09
- Centre: Ehlanzeni District, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised LLB qualification.
Enquiries: Ms FP Sibiya at (013) 766 4490
10. Consumer Protection Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/257
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/10
- Centre: Nkangala District, KwaMhlanga
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised LLB qualification.
Enquiries: Ms P Madlala at (013) 692 6300 or 083 996 7031
11. Economic Planning Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/258
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/11
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in Economics.
Enquiries: Ms NC Ndlala at (013) 766 4370
12. Tourism Graduate Internship
- Post number: 29/259
- Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/12
- Centre: Ehlanzeni District, Mbombela
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Qualification required:
An appropriate SAQA-recognised three-year National Diploma or Degree in Tourism Management or Development.
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African citizens.
- Possess the appropriate qualification for the selected placement.
- Not have previously participated in an internship programme within a national or provincial government department or state institution.
- Submit proof of residence issued by the relevant local municipality or traditional authority.
- Disclose any previous participation in a government internship programme.
Failure to disclose previous participation in a government internship programme may result in the immediate termination of the internship contract.
Duties and Workplace Training
Successful interns will receive structured workplace exposure and training relevant to their qualifications and placement areas.
Interns will be expected to:
- Participate actively in workplace activities.
- Contribute to relevant projects.
- Take part in capacity-building initiatives.
- Work under the supervision of experienced professionals.
Documents Required
Applicants must upload:
- A comprehensive and recently updated CV.
- Contact details for three references.
- All mandatory documents requested on the e-Recruitment Portal.
- Proof of residence issued by the relevant local municipality or traditional authority.
Only shortlisted applicants will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications, identity document and any other relevant documents on or before the interview date.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the Mpumalanga Provincial e-Recruitment Portal.
Applicants must first register and create a profile before submitting an application. All required information and mandatory documents must be uploaded through the portal.
Apply through the official Mpumalanga Provincial e-Recruitment Portal
Select the internship that matches your qualification and confirm that the correct reference number has been used.
Important: Manual, emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Application Checklist
Before submitting an application:
- Confirm that the selected internship matches your qualification.
- Use the correct programme reference number.
- Update your CV and include three contactable references.
- Prepare all mandatory supporting documents.
- Upload valid proof of residence.
- Check that all uploaded documents are clear and readable.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
Closing Date
Applications close on 28 August 2026 at 16:00.
Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Selection and Verification Process
Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date, time and venue.
They may also undergo pre-entry, integrity or ethics assessments. Successful candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks, which may include:
- Criminal-record checks
- Citizenship verification
- Financial-record checks
- Qualification verification
- Verification of dismissal for misconduct
Applicants must disclose whether they are directors or shareholders of companies, conduct business with any organ of state or perform remunerative work outside their normal duties.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applicants who have not been contacted within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
The department reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised post.
Employment Equity
The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism intends to promote employment equity through these appointments.
Selection will consider equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability, in line with the numerical targets contained in the department’s Employment Equity Plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the internship?
The Graduate Internship Programme runs for 24 months.
What is the monthly stipend?
Successful interns will receive R8 174.75 per month.
Can graduates with previous government internship experience apply?
No. Applicants must not have previously participated in an internship programme within a national or provincial government department or state institution.
Can applications be submitted by email?
No. Applications must be submitted online through the Mpumalanga Provincial e-Recruitment Portal. Manual, emailed and faxed applications will not be accepted.
Is proof of residence required?
Yes. Applicants must submit proof of residence issued by the relevant local municipality or traditional authority.
When do applications close?
Applications close at 16:00 on 28 August 2026.
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