PSIRA YES Programme 2026: Apply for Internships & Careers in Multiple Fields

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) has opened its YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme 2026/2027. If you’re a graduate who is still looking for a job, this 12‑month paid internship can give you real work experience in a variety of fields across South Africa.

What the Programme Looks Like

• Job name: PSIRA YES Programme 2026/2027
• Length: 12 months of full‑time work
• Stipend:
  • NQF 6 – R5 000 per month
  • NQF 7 – R6 000 per month
  • NQF 8 – R7 000 per month
• Locations: Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Western Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu‑Natal
• Fields you can work in: Administration, Finance, IT, HR, Supply Chain, Research, Security, Occupational Health & Safety, Legal, Communications, Call Centre, Records Management, Law Enforcement, and more.
• Apply by: 16 January 2026

Where You Could Be Working

PSIRA has offices in many cities, such as Port Elizabeth and Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, Bellville in the Western Cape, Polokwane in Limpopo, Nelspruit in Mpumalanga, Bloemfontein in the Free State and Durban in KwaZulu‑Natal. Most of the specialised programmes are based in Centurion, Gauteng.

Field Options and What You Need

Administrative & Public Management

• Qualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Management, Office Management and Technology.
• Good fit for: Admin clerks, municipal support, compliance work.

Security & Information Management

• Qualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Security Management or a similar subject.
• Good fit for: Regulatory security jobs, risk control.

Research & Development

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Honours in Social Science or a related field.
• Good fit for: Policy research, monitoring, evaluation.

Records Management

• Qualifications: BCom Information Management, BA Information Science, Archival Science, or a Records Management degree.
• Good fit for: Document control, archives.

Finance

• Qualifications: National Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Cost or Management Accounting.
• Good fit for: Finance clerks, junior accountants, public‑sector finance.

Business Information Technology

• Qualifications: IT, Information Systems, Computer Science.
• Good fit for: Government IT support and digital projects.

Supply Chain Management

• Qualifications: Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related course.
• Good fit for: Procurement, logistics, compliance roles.

Communications

• Qualifications: Media Studies, Marketing, Communications.
• Good fit for: Public communications, stakeholder outreach, content creation.

Occupational Health & Safety

• Best for: OHS officer, compliance, inspection positions.

Call Centre

• Qualifications: Office Administration or a customer service course.
• Best for: Client service, public enquiries.

Human Resources

• Best for: HR administration, recruitment support, labour relations.

Training and Development

• Qualifications: Business Management, Education, Training, Administration.
• Best for: Training coordination, skill development facilitation.

Special Operations

• Qualifications: Policing, Criminal Justice, Forensic Investigations.
• Best for: Law enforcement support, investigation administration.

Law Enforcement Administration

• Qualifications: Business Administration, Public Management, Office Management.
• Best for: Compliance, inspection support, enforcement coordination.

Legal Administration

• Best for: Legal admin, regulatory legal support, gaining exposure to compliance law.

Who Should Sign Up?

• Unemployed graduates who have a National Diploma, Degree or Honours (NQF levels 6‑8).
• Someone who wants hands‑on experience, not just classroom theory.
• Someone ready to commit 12 months full time.
• Someone looking to add government‑linked experience to their résumé.

Stipend Details

The stipend matches your qualification level. This money helps you live while you learn skills that can lead to a permanent job later. It’s not a volunteer position – you get paid for your work.

How to Apply

When you’re ready, click below. Make sure you fill in a CV that shows why you fit the specific field you’re interested in.

Apply now for the PSIRA YES Programme 2026

What Edupstairs Can Do For You

We’re not part of PSIRA, but we help you see all the details. Here are a few tips to get the most out of this opportunity:

• Apply early – spots fill fast.
• Tailor your CV and cover letter to the exact job you want.
• Highlight any admin, systems, compliance or research skills you already have.
• Use the year to build references and confidence in your chosen field.

What Happens After the Programme?

Many graduates find a permanent job in an admin or clerk role, a municipal or state‑owned enterprise, a compliance position or a private‑sector role that matches their field. About 6‑18 months after finishing, a good number of them secure full‑time work.

FAQ

Is this a permanent job? No, it’s a 12‑month paid programme. But it makes you more marketable.

Can I sign up for more than one field? Only apply to the one where your qualification fits best.

Do I need previous work experience? No – it is meant for recent graduates.