City of Johannesburg Transport Internship Programme 2026 Closing 8 May
If you are a Johannesburg resident studying Civil Engineering, Town Planning, Transport Management or Quantity Surveying, this municipal internship offers valuable workplace experience and a monthly stipend right now.
What is the City of Johannesburg Transport Internship Programme 2026
City of Johannesburg Transport Internship Programme 2026 gives students and graduates up to 18 months of practical training in the Transport Department. It has two streams: Transport Systems Management and Quantity Surveying (Infrastructure). You will be based at 75 Helen Joseph Street in Johannesburg.
Who can apply
Transport Systems Management stream
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Completed at least first year of Civil Engineering, Town and Regional Planning or Transport Management
- Live in Johannesburg
Quantity Surveying stream
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Degree in Quantity Surveying (NQF Level 7)
- Live in Johannesburg
What you will gain
You will receive a stipend of R10 109.86 per month if your qualification is complete, or R3 500 if you are still studying.
In Transport Systems Management you will learn traffic impact assessments, nodal transport plans, policy implementation and stakeholder engagement. In Quantity Surveying you will gain skills in cost estimates, project monitoring, payments and risk management for roads, BRT stations and taxi ranks.
How to apply
Applications close on 08 May 2026. Submit online only:
Transport Systems Management: Apply here
Quantity Surveying: Apply here
Prepare these documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified Matric certificate
- Academic transcript
- Proof of Johannesburg residence
Tips to improve your chances
Many applicants are rejected because of incomplete documents or not being Johannesburg residents. Submit early with clear certified copies. Highlight any relevant coursework or projects in your CV. Municipal internships are competitive, so make your application as complete as possible.
Next steps
This internship does not guarantee a permanent job, but the experience and stipend help you build a strong foundation for careers in transport planning and infrastructure. Apply through the official links before 08 May 2026. Good luck with your application.
