NPA Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their TVET Placement and Internship Vacancies. The closing date for applications is the 17 November 2025.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) is looking for South African students and recent graduates who are currently without a job to join its 24‑month TVET placement and internship programme that runs from 2026 to 2028. This is a great chance to step into the justice and public administration world, learn new skills, and earn a monthly stipend while you work.
What the Internship Programme Is All About
The NPA’s internship scheme gives you real work experience inside different NPA departments across the country. If you finish high school or university and are still searching for a job, this programme can help you build a strong CV and make useful contacts. It’s especially friendly to people with disabilities, who are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key facts
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Duration | 24 months (2026‑2028) |
| Who can join | Unemployed South African TVET students and university graduates |
| Special support | People with disabilities are welcomed |
| Pay | R6 659.25 per month for each internship slot |
Minimum Requirements to Be Considered
- South African citizen – You must be a citizen of South Africa.
- No criminal record – You should not have any convictions or ongoing cases.
- Unemployed – You must not have held a job or another internship recently.
- Education –
- TVET students: You should be studying a qualification that requires work‑integrated learning.
- University graduates: You must have finished a degree from a recognised university or university of technology.
Internship Opportunities
1. Finance Intern
- Reference: KIMFIN
- One spot available at DPP Kimberley.
- Stipend: R6 659.25 per month.
- What you need:
- National Senior Certificate (Matric).
- N6 in Finance or a related qualification.
- Contact: Mr. Ishmael Mofokeng – (053) 807 4507.
- Apply by emailing
kimfin@npa.gov.za.
2. Human Resources Intern
- Reference: KIMHRM
- One spot available at DPP Kimberley.
- Stipend: R6 659.25 per month.
- What you need:
- National Senior Certificate (Matric).
- N6 Certificate in Human Resource Management or a related qualification.
- Contact: Mr. Ishmael Mofokeng – (053) 807 4507.
- Apply by emailing
kimhrm@npa.gov.za.
How to Apply
- Download and fill out the latest Z83 form – you can find it here.
- Add a clear CV that lists your schooling, contact details, and references.
- Do NOT send copies of your ID or certificates in the first application; you’ll be asked for them only if you’re shortlisted.
- Send your completed application to the email address listed for each internship.
- Sending it through other channels will mean it gets rejected.
Extra Things You Should Know
- The NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System. After you send your application, do not call or email them again unless you haven’t received a reply in a week.
- Fingerprints will be taken on interview day.
- The NPA may check your social media profiles as part of the verification.
- They do not cover relocation costs for successful applicants.
- Using an old Z83 form will automatically disqualify your application.
Want More Opportunities?
If you’re also interested in other paid learning programmes, check out SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year – it gives you a quick overview of scholarships and internships that can boost your career. SETA Bursaries you can still apply for this year.
Final Thought
The NPA TVET and Graduate Internship Programme (2026‑2028) is a rare chance to get real work experience in the justice sector, get a steady stipend, and build a strong foundation for future jobs. If you meet the criteria and are ready to learn, apply before the 17 November 2025 deadline. Good luck!
