South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programme Vacancies

Opportunity Overview

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is looking for motivated South Africans to join their Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programmes. SASSA is a dynamic organisation committed to providing essential services to a diverse range of communities across the country.

These programmes offer a valuable opportunity for unemployed graduates and TVET college learners to gain practical work experience within a modern and stimulating environment. All available positions for both programmes are located at the SASSA Mpumalanga Regional Office.

Minimum Requirements

General Requirements (for both Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programmes):

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must be currently unemployed.
• Employment Equity targets will be applied, preferring African Male, African Female, and People with Disabilities.
• Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before the selection process.

Specific Requirements for the Internship Programme (Graduates):

• Must be between 18 and 35 years of age.
• Hold a 3-Year Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in one of the following fields:
• Finance (Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/47): Financial Accounting / Accounting.
• Human Capital Management (Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/48): Human Resources Management / Public Management / Administration.
• Successful candidates will be appointed for a 24-month internship contract and will receive an all-inclusive monthly stipend of R8,174.80.

Specific Requirements for the Work Integrated Learning Programme (TVET College Learners):

• Must have completed an N6 National Certificate or possess a Statement of Results in one of the following fields:
• Grants Administration (Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/49): Public Management / Administration / Management Assistant.
• Executive Support (Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/50): Public Management / Administration / Management Assistant.
• Communications and Customer Care (Ref No: SAS/MPU/26/51): Public Relations / Communications / Media Studies / Multimedia Journalism / Customer Care.
• Required to complete a minimum of 6 to 18 months of practical work exposure to fulfil the requirements for their qualification.
• Successful candidates will be appointed for an 18-month Work Integrated Learning contract and will receive an all-inclusive monthly stipend of R5,865.25.

How to Apply

Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 18 September 2026 at 16:00.

Application Method: Only posted and hand-delivered applications will be accepted. No emailed applications will be processed.

Required Documents:

• For Work Integrated Learning Programme Posts:
• Fully Completed New Z83 form.
• N6 Certificate or Statement of Results.
• A letter from your institution confirming that you require a minimum of 6-18 months’ work experience to complete your qualification.
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), specifying subjects and courses/modules obtained.
• Clearly quote the relevant reference number and position name as per the advertisement.

• For Internship Posts:
• Completed New Z83 form.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Important Notes:

• Appointments are subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, including qualification, reference, ITC, and criminal checks.
• All SASSA staff are subject to compulsory security vetting upon appointment.
• SASSA is not obliged to fill a post after advertising it.