A new graduate internship opportunity has opened at the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport, offering unemployed South African graduates a chance to gain workplace experience at the department’s head office in Johannesburg. The internship forms part of the Provincial Administration’s ongoing graduate development intake covering the 2025 to 2027 period.
The programme runs over 24 months and is structured as an Internship Programme and In-Service Training placement for graduates who have not previously participated in any internship programme. Applications are open until 20 February 2026 and must be submitted online through the official Gauteng Government jobs portal.
The department has confirmed that the current post is a re-advertisement, and candidates who applied during earlier rounds are encouraged to submit a new application.
Where the Internship Is Based and How Long It Runs
The internship is hosted at the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport head office in Johannesburg. This placement gives graduates exposure to provincial government operations at a central administrative level rather than at a satellite or regional office.
The programme runs for a full 24 months, spanning the 2025-2027 period. This duration allows interns to move beyond introductory exposure and become actively involved in departmental work over an extended period.
Interns receive a monthly stipend of R7 860.50 for the duration of the programme.
Focus Area of the 2026 Internship Post
The available internship post falls within the Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management directorate. Only one position is available under this intake.
Post details include:
- Internship Programme: Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management
- Post number: 04/155
- Reference number: REFS/035213
- Directorate: Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management
The placement is suited to graduates whose studies align with research support, information management, governance, and public administration functions within government.
Who the Department Is Targeting With This Internship
The programme is specifically aimed at unemployed South African graduates who have not previously taken part in an internship programme. The department has indicated that the opportunity is intended as a first exposure to the workplace for qualifying graduates.
Fields of study considered for the post include:
- Library and Knowledge Management
- Public Management
- Governance
- Information Science
Graduates from these disciplines are typically trained in research, record-keeping, information systems, and public sector processes. The internship is structured to allow these skills to be applied within a government policy and research environment.
What the Intern Will Be Doing Day to Day
The intern appointed to this post will support the work of the Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management directorate. Duties focus on both administrative and research-related activities.
Work assigned to the intern includes providing administrative assistance, supporting research tasks, and contributing to activities related to policy development, legislation tracking, and knowledge management systems.
Interns are expected to complete all tasks assigned in relation to the post and to work within established departmental procedures. The role offers exposure to how policy-related work is supported behind the scenes within a provincial department.
Why This Internship Matters for Graduates
Graduates in public management, governance, and information-related fields often struggle to gain practical experience after completing their studies. Many roles in the public sector require familiarity with government systems, documentation standards, and internal processes.
This internship addresses that gap by placing graduates inside a provincial department where policy, research, and administrative work takes place daily. The experience allows interns to understand how legislation, policy frameworks, and knowledge systems are managed in practice.
For graduates interested in long-term careers in government, research institutions, or public administration, this type of exposure can be particularly valuable.
Employment Equity Considerations
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has indicated that employment equity principles will be applied during the selection process. In line with the department’s Employment Equity Plan, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment supports representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability, as permitted by applicable legislation and policy.
How Applications Must Be Submitted
Applications for this internship must be submitted online only through the official Gauteng Government jobs portal. No hand-delivered, emailed, or posted applications will be accepted.
Applicants are required to use the most recent Z83 application form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration. All sections of the Z83 must be fully completed, initialled, and signed.
A comprehensive CV must be attached to the online application. Applications submitted without both the completed Z83 form and CV will be disqualified.
APPLY ONLINE FOR GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF ROADS AND TRANSPORT: INTERNSHIPS 2026
Documents and Assessments to Be Aware Of
Certified supporting documents are not required at the application stage. These will be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure that their qualifications are evaluated by SAQA before appointment.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and an integrity assessment focused on ethical conduct. These assessments form part of the department’s standard recruitment process.
About the Department
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is responsible for transport policy, road infrastructure oversight, and related regulatory functions within the province. The department supports economic activity and mobility through planning, policy development, and coordination with other government structures.
Work undertaken at head office level includes research, policy development, legislative support, and administrative coordination. These functions ensure that transport-related programmes align with provincial and national priorities.
Dates and Contact Details
Applications close on 20 February 2026. Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date are advised to consider their application unsuccessful.
Enquiries related to the internship may be directed to:
Ms Petunia Mabasa
Telephone: (011) 355 7175
For general human resources enquiries:
Telephone: (011) 355 7082 or (011) 355 7043
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