Are you a fresh graduate struggling to find work because the market keeps asking for experience you haven’t yet had? The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is offering a chance to change that quickly with a 24‑month paid graduate internship.
What the opportunity is
The Department has advertised 60 graduate internships for the 2027‑2029 period. Successful candidates will work in the Department’s Head Office or in one of the five Limpopo districts – Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe and Waterberg – and receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75. The programme runs from 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2029.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- You must be a South African citizen and currently unemployed.
- You must hold the specific National Diploma or Degree listed for the post (see the detailed list below).
- You must not have previously completed a Public Service Graduate Internship in any government department.
- You must complete the 2021 Z83 application form and submit the required documents.
- The Department encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.
What you will gain
- Two years of hands‑on experience in a provincial government environment.
- Exposure to three operational areas: Properties & Facilities Management, Roads Maintenance, and Infrastructure Management.
- Professional references and a clearer career direction.
- A competitive stipend that can help you become financially independent while you learn.
How to apply – step‑by‑step
Option 1 – Apply online (preferred)
- Visit the Limpopo eRecruitment portal and log in or create a new profile.
- Search for “Graduate Internship Programme 2027‑2029” and note the reference number that matches your qualification.
- Complete your personal details, education history and contact information.
- Upload the following documents:
- Completed 2021 Z83 form
- Recent comprehensive CV
- Copies of your qualification(s)
- Identity document copy
- Driver’s licence copy (only if required for the specific post)
- Review the information, submit the application and keep the confirmation reference number.
Option 2 – Submit a physical application
- Download the 2021 Z83 form, fill it out completely and sign it.
- Attach a recent comprehensive CV. (Copies of qualifications are not required at this stage.)
- Send the package by post or hand‑deliver it to the appropriate address for the district you are applying to (addresses listed below).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies of qualifications.
Post office and hand‑delivery addresses
- Head Office – Polokwane
Postal: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700
Hand‑delivery: Works Tower Building, No 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699 - Capricorn District
Postal: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane, 0700
Hand‑delivery: 15 Landros Mare Street, next to Correctional Services, Polokwane - Mopani District
Postal: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826
Hand‑delivery: 570 Parliamentary Building, Giyani - Sekhukhune District
Postal: Private Bag X02, Chuenespoort, 0745
Hand‑delivery: Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to the Traffic Department - Vhembe District
Postal: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970
Hand‑delivery: Corner of Traffic and Raluswielo Streets, Sibasa - Waterberg District
Postal: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510
Hand‑delivery: Corner of Thabo Mbeki and Elias Motsoaledi Streets, Modimolle
Closing date: Friday 6 November 2026 at 16:30. Applications received after this time will not be considered.
Tips to improve your chances
- Read the official advertisement carefully – it lists the exact reference numbers and qualification wording (DPSA Circular 36 of 2026).
- Tailor your CV to the specific post – highlight any coursework, projects or volunteer work that relates to the advertised field.
- Double‑check that you have used the correct 2021 Z83 form. An incorrect form will lead to automatic rejection.
- If you do not have a driver’s licence, contact the department (phone numbers listed below) before assuming you are ineligible.
- Keep copies of everything you submit and note the reference number of each application.
Departmental contact numbers
- Head Office: Ms G.T. Lebese / Mr N.E. Matibe – 015 284 7614 / 015 284 7338
- Capricorn District: Mr B.N. Seleka / Ms M.M. Mothiba – 015 287 5610 – 5613
- Mopani District: Ms K.P. Bila / Ms K.S. Mabunda – 015 811 4000
- Sekhukhune District: Ms R.C. Makalela / Ms M.J. Mankge – 015 632 8300 – 8330
- Vhembe District: Mr M.F. Mavhungu / Ms M. Muthabi – 015 963 3790
- Waterberg District: Ms M.Y. Rammala / Ms P.E. Hlaole – 014 718 3000 – 3040
Full list of the 60 graduate internship posts
Properties & Facilities – 20 posts
- Head Office (5 posts) – Post 36/224, Ref S.5/8/1/3/1
- 3 posts – Properties & Facilities Unit
- 2 posts – GIS Unit
Required study: Real Estate (Diploma/Degree), B.Eng. Property Science, or GIS (Diploma/Degree)
- Capricorn District (3 posts) – Post 36/225, Ref S.5/8/1/3/2
Required study: Real Estate, Property Studies, LLB, or Horticulture (Diploma/Degree) - Mopani District (3 posts) – Post 36/226, Ref S.5/8/1/3/3
Required study: Real Estate, Property Science, or Horticulture (Diploma/Degree) - Sekhukhune District (3 posts) – Post 36/227, Ref S.5/8/1/3/4
Required study: Real Estate, Property Studies, or Horticulture (Diploma/Degree) - Vhembe District (3 posts) – Post 36/228, Ref S.5/8/1/3/5
Required study: Property Management, Real Estate, or Property Law (Diploma/Degree) - Waterberg District (3 posts) – Post 36/229, Ref S.5/8/1/3/6
Required study: Real Estate, Property Studies, Property Management, Horticulture, or Landscaping (Diploma/Degree)
Roads Maintenance – 20 posts
- Head Office (5 posts) – Post 36/230, Ref S.5/8/1/10/1
Required study: B.Eng. Civil Engineering - Capricorn District (3 posts) – Post 36/231, Ref S.5/8/1/10/2
Required study: Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Diploma/Degree) - Mopani District (3 posts) – Post 36/232, Ref S.5/8/1/10/3
Required study: Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Diploma/Degree) - Sekhukhune District (3 posts) – Post 36/233, Ref S.5/8/1/10/4
Required study: Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Diploma/Degree) - Vhembe District (3 posts) – Post 36/234, Ref S.5/8/1/10/5
Required study: Civil Engineering (Diploma/Degree) - Waterberg District (3 posts) – Post 36/235, Ref S.5/8/1/10/6
Required study: Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Environmental Management (Diploma/Degree)
Infrastructure Management – 20 posts
- Head Office (5 posts) – Post 36/236, Ref S.5/8/1/1/1
Required study: Electrical Engineering (B.Eng.), Construction Management, or Architectural Studies - Capricorn District (3 posts) – Post 36/237, Ref S.5/8/1/1/2
Required study: Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Science, or Construction Management (Diploma/Degree) - Mopani District (3 posts) – Post 36/238, Ref S.5/8/1/1/3
Required study: Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering (Diploma/Degree) - Sekhukhune District (3 posts) – Post 36/239, Ref S.5/8/1/1/4
Required study: Civil Engineering (Diploma) - Vhembe District (3 posts) – Post 36/240, Ref S.5/8/1/1/5
Required study: Building Science (Diploma/Degree) - Waterberg District (3 posts) – Post 36/241, Ref S.5/8/1/1/6
Required study: Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Architectural Studies (Diploma/Degree)
Why you should act now
If you wait until the last minute you risk missing the deadline or submitting an incomplete application. The internship gives you two years of real‑world experience, a solid salary, and a stepping stone into the built‑environment and public‑service sectors.
Identify the post that matches your qualification, gather the required documents, and submit your application before 6 November 2026. While you await a response, continue looking for other graduate programmes to maximise your chances of gaining valuable experience.
Good luck – your qualification deserves more than just a piece of paper.
