Mpumalanga Office of the Premier Internships 2026 | Stipend: R9,861.50/month

Opportunity Overview

The Mpumalanga Office of the Premier is inviting applications for its Internship Programme, located in Mbombela. This initiative provides a valuable opportunity for individuals to gain practical work experience within a government setting.

Successful applicants will participate in a 24-month structured learning and development programme designed to enhance their skills and professional growth. This programme is open to individuals seeking to begin their careers in various government functions.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must have completed their studies and hold a National Diploma or Degree in a relevant field.
• If you have not yet received your qualification, you must provide proof of academic prescripts or a letter confirming completion of studies and impending graduation.
• Candidates who have previously participated in any government internship programme will not be considered. If this is discovered after appointment, the contract will be terminated immediately.
• Specific qualifications required for available internship opportunities include:
• Knowledge Information Management: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Archives and Records Management, Information Science, B-Tech in Public Management, or Records Management.
• Research Management and Auxiliary Services: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Research Management or equivalent. Postgraduate qualifications will be an advantage.
• Macro Planning: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Records Management, Public Administration, or Business Management.
• Office on the Status of Women: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or a relevant qualification.
• Office on the Status of Elderly Persons: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science.
• Office on the Status of Disabled Persons: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or any relevant qualification (for applicants with disabilities).
• Office of the DDG: Policy Research, Performance, Monitoring & Evaluation: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Town & Regional Planning, Development and Planning, Development Studies, Social Science, Public Policy, Social Protection, or Community and Human Development Cluster.
• Community and Human Development Cluster: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, or Public Management/Affairs.
• Transversal Human Resource Management Services: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Management.
• Government Communication and Information Services: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations.
• Organizational Risk and Ethics Management: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Internal Audit, or Accounting Science.
• Employee Health & Wellness: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Social Science (with a focus on Psychology).
• Internal Human Resource Management & Development: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Management of Training, or any relevant qualification.
• Office of the Director-General: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Management or Administration or any relevant qualification.

How to Apply

• Application Deadline: 07 August 2026
• Submit a Z83 form and your CV only.
• Applications must be submitted online through the official e-recruitment portal:

Apply Here

• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications.