The National Department of Health (NDoH) is offering unemployed graduates a valuable opportunity to gain practical, occupationally based work experience through its 2026 Internship Programme. Based at the Dr AB Xuma Building in Pretoria, these internships run for a minimum of twenty-four (24) months and are designed to enhance the employability of graduates seeking a foothold in the public service sector.

To be eligible, applicants must hold a Diploma or Degree at NQF Level 6 or 7 in a relevant field and must not have previously participated in any internship programme. This is a structured opportunity aimed specifically at those who are unemployed and looking to convert their qualifications into real-world experience within a national government department.

Available Internship Streams

The NDoH is recruiting across twelve functional areas:

• Human Resources Management and Development (Ref: NDOH 30/2026) — Human Resources Management or Human Resources Development
• Organisational Development (Ref: NDOH 31/2026) — Management Services, Operations Management, or Production Management
• Employment Relations (Ref: NDOH 32/2026) — Labour Relations
• Financial Management and Accounting (Ref: NDOH 33/2026) — Financial Management or Accounting
• Supply Chain Management (Ref: NDOH 34/2026) — Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Management, Purchasing, or Transport Management
• Internal Audit (Ref: NDOH 35/2026) — Internal Auditing or Risk Management
• Information Communication and Technology (Ref: NDOH 36/2026) — Computer Science or Information Technology
• Communication (Ref: NDOH 37/2026) — Journalism, Marketing and Communication, or Communication
• Legal Services (Ref: NDOH 38/2026) — Law
• Office of the Director-General (Ref: NDOH 39/2026) — Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Management, Office Management, Administration, or a related administration qualification
• Strategic Planning (Ref: NDOH 40/2026) — Public Management, Public Administration, Business Management, Business Administration, or Strategic Management
• Office of the Chief Financial Officer (Ref: NDOH 41/2026) — Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Public Management, Public Administration, Office Management, Office Administration, or a related administration qualification

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using a completed Z83 form, accompanied by a recently updated CV. Clearly indicate the reference number, position title, and area on your application.

Submit your application via one of the following methods:

• Post: The Director-General, National Department of Health, Private Bag X399, Pretoria, 0001
• Hand Delivery: Reception (Brown Application Box), Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria Townlands 351-JR
• Email: vacancies@Health.gov.za — quote the reference number in the subject line

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their ID, qualifications, and academic transcripts.

Closing Date: 01 June 2026

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