City of Tshwane Internships & Experiential Learning Opportunities 2026: Launch Your City Career Today!
City of Tshwane invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Work‑Integrated Learning, Experiential Training and Internship vacancies. The closing date for applications is Monday, 3 November 2025.
The City of Tshwane is looking for graduates and final‑year students to join its Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) programme for 2026. This initiative helps young people turn their university degrees into real‑world jobs, teach them useful skills, and keep the city’s economy strong.
Who Can Join?
To qualify you need:
- A university or college certificate – Whether it’s a bachelor’s degree, a three‑year diploma, or an N6 qualification.
- You’re in your final year – If you haven’t finished the work‑integrated learning part of your course, you’re still eligible.
- You’ll need real work time – The programme gives you 12, 18 or 24 months of training, depending on your field.
- You live in Tshwane – You must be a permanent resident of the city’s municipal area.
- Students with disabilities – The City will provide the necessary help so you can succeed.
You also get a chance even if you have never worked before.
What You’ll Do
When you’re selected, you’ll sign a City of Tshwane Student‑in‑Training contract.
- Universities – 12 months of hands‑on work.
- Colleges (generic fields) – 18 months.
- Colleges (technical fields) – 24 months.
You’ll have a mentor at the workplace who will guide you, check your progress and make sure you meet the academic requirements. At the end, you’ll have a real résumé that shows you can handle a full‑time job.
How to Apply
- Go to the City of Tshwane website – Search for the e‑Recruitment link under E‑Services or Careers.
- Use the reference number TLMA‑2025 when you start your application.
- Submit online – Fill in personal details, upload a certified ID copy, your academic record (or proof if you’re still finishing), and proof that you live in Tshwane.
- Finish the form – You’ll be asked a few questions about your study field and how many months of work you need.
Technical issues? Send a clear message to erecruithelp@tshwane.gov.za and wait for a reply.
Contact People
- Universities – Ms E. Kolobe (012 358 4125) or Mr A. Thifhulufhelwi (012 358 7514).
- Colleges – Ms N. Mahlangu (012 358 0001).
- General enquiries or help with online applications – Mr L. Moleli (012 358 4346).
Recruitment Centre, Upper Ground Level, Middestad Building, 252 Thabo Sehume Street, Pretoria CBD.
Why This Matters
Getting a paid internship or apprenticeship while you’re still studying gives you a huge advantage. You’ll learn how businesses run, meet new people, test your own ideas, and graduate with a real CV that employers want.
The City of Tshwane is the same way – it wants to support young professionals and create a stronger community.
Learn More About Similar Opportunities
- Want to know about free finance training while you study? Check the SETA bursaries you can still apply for this year. (See https://www.seta-sa.co.za/seta-bursaries-you-can-still-apply-for-this-year/)
- Thinking about jumping straight into a course that pays you? Read about fast track your career with these SETA funded courses. (See https://www.seta-sa.co.za/fast-track-your-career-with-these-seta-funded-courses/)
- Curious about an apprenticeship that pays and teaches? The SETA apprenticeship now open, apply online today page shows how to sign up. (See https://www.seta-sa.co.za/seta-apprenticeships-now-open-apply-online-today/)
- Looking for a job that’s almost guaranteed? The SUB page on these SETA programs practically guarantee you a job can help you decide. (See https://www.seta-sa.co.za/these-seta-programs-practically-guarantee-you-a-job/)
These links show you ways to keep earning while you learn, and they fit right into the kind of work‑experience that Tshwane’s programme is all about.
If you’re a student ready to break into the real world, the City of Tshwane wants you. Apply before the deadline on Monday, 3 November 2025, and start your future today.
