Human Settlements Graduate Internship 2026/2028
The Department of Human Settlements is recruiting 24 graduate interns for its 2026/2028 programme, based in Bloemfontein and district offices in the Free State, on a 24-month contract paying a stipend of R8,174.75 per month. Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens who have never previously held a Public Service internship, and need Grade 12 plus a relevant NQF Level 6/7 qualification depending on the stream, covering fields like Administration, Law, Human Settlements/Planning, Supply Chain Management, IT, Finance, HR, Communication, Project Management and Security Management. Applications close on 31 July 2026 at 16:00, referencing HS 01/2026 to HS 24/2026.
About This Opportunity
This 24-month internship spans ten different professional streams, from Law and Planning to Supply Chain Management and Security Management, giving unemployed graduates in a wide range of disciplines a route into public service. Because reference numbers run from HS 01/2026 to HS 24/2026, candidates should confirm which specific reference matches their qualification stream before applying.
Requirements
- Unemployed South African citizen
- Grade 12 plus relevant NQF Level 6/7 qualification depending on stream (Administration, Law, Human Settlements/Planning, Supply Chain Management, IT, Finance, HR, Communication, Project Management, Security Management)
- Never previously on a Public Service internship
How to Apply
- Identify which of the ten professional streams matches your qualification.
- Confirm the correct reference number (HS 01/2026 to HS 24/2026) for that stream.
- Prepare your Grade 12 certificate, relevant qualification, and proof you have never held a Public Service internship.
- Submit before the 31 July 2026, 16:00 closing time.