Gauteng Dept of Human Settlements 2026–2028 Internship – Apply 25 Sep

Gauteng Department of Human Settlements is offering 34 paid internships for unemployed South African graduates. The positions are open now and close on 25 September 2026, so you need to act quickly.

What is the internship programme?

The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements will take on 34 interns for a 24‑month contract. Interns will work in Johannesburg, Alberton, Krugersdorp or Pretoria and receive a stipend of R8 174,75 per month. The roles cover a wide range of fields such as accounting, finance, engineering, public administration, communications, human resources, town planning, GIS and gender studies.

Who can apply?

You must meet all of the following criteria:

• South African citizen
• Age between 18 and 35 years
• Resident in Gauteng Province
• Hold a relevant National Diploma or Degree (the qualification must match the chosen internship stream)
• Never have taken part in a government internship before
• Not currently studying for another qualification

What you will gain

The internship gives you:

• Practical experience in a provincial government department
• Monthly income to support your living costs
• Opportunities to build a strong CV with concrete achievements (reports, projects, data analysis, stakeholder interaction, etc.)
• Professional references that can help you secure future jobs

How to apply – step by step

1. Download the Z83 form from the Gauteng Department’s website.
2. Complete the form accurately. Include the reference number that matches the internship you want.
3. Gather the required supporting documents:
   • Certified copy of your Matric certificate
   • Certified copy of your highest qualification
   • Copy of your South African ID
   • Updated CV
4. Attach the Z83 form and all documents to an email.
5. Send the email to the address that corresponds to the Gauteng region where you live:
   • Head Office (Johannesburg) – GDHuSinternHO@gauteng.gov.za
   • Tshwane Region (Pretoria) – GDHuSinternTSH@gauteng.gov.za
   • West Rand Region (Krugersdorp) – GDHuSinternMOG@gauteng.gov.za

   Use only the email that matches your residence. Applications sent to the wrong region will be disqualified.

6. Keep a copy of the sent email and all attachments for your records.

Internship streams and reference numbers

1. Asset Register & Inventory – 2 positions (Ref 0001) – Head Office – Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or related fields.
2. Contract Management – 3 positions (Ref 0002) – Alberton Office – Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related fields.
3. Property Management – 2 positions (Ref 0003) – Head Office – Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Property Management or related fields.
4. Incremental Housing – 4 positions (Ref 0004) – West Rand (Krugersdorp) & Tshwane (Pretoria) – Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or Construction Management.
5. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting – 5 positions (Ref 0005) – Johannesburg – Qualification: NQF Level 7 in Monitoring & Evaluation or related field.
6. Financial Management & Accounting – 2 positions (Ref 0006) – Alberton – Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Finance, Financial Management, Accounting or BCom Accounting.
7. Beneficiary Management – 3 positions (Ref 0007) – Krugersdorp – Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Public Administration or related field.
8. Human Resource Management, Development & Labour Relations – 3 positions (Ref 0008) – Johannesburg – Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in HR Management, Development or Labour Relations.
9. Media Relations / Internal Communications – 2 positions (Ref 0009) – Johannesburg – Qualification: Integrated Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.
10. Internal Audit Services / Internal Control – 2 positions (Ref 0010) – Johannesburg – Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Internal Auditing, Risk Management or Accounting.
11. Needs, Research & Policy Development – 2 positions (Ref 0011) – Johannesburg – Qualification: National Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree in Public Management, Public Administration or Social Science.
12. Town Planning & GIS – 3 positions (Ref 0012) – Johannesburg – Qualification: Degree or Advanced Diploma in Town Planning or GIS.
13. Sector Transformation – 1 position (Ref 0013) – Johannesburg – Qualification: Degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences or Public Administration.

Tips to improve your chances

• Read the reference number carefully and match it with your qualification.
• Tailor your CV to highlight skills relevant to the chosen stream (e.g., project work, software used, reports written).
• Proofread all attached documents; illegible scans are a common reason for rejection.
• Send the email well before the deadline. Delays in obtaining certified copies can cause you to miss the cut‑off.
• Keep a record of the email you sent (date, time, recipient) in case you need to follow up.
• After applying, start looking for other programmes on the SETA SA platform. Multiple opportunities increase your chances of securing a placement.

Conclusion – next steps

If you meet the eligibility criteria, download the Z83 form today, prepare the required documents, and email your application to the correct Gauteng regional address before 25 September 2026. Use the internship to gain real‑world experience and build a portfolio that will help you land permanent work after the 24‑month period.