Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (On-site)
Duration: Up to 24 months (University graduates) / Up to 18 months (TVET graduates with N6 and practical training)
Stipend: R2 927.79 – R8 902.15 per month (depending on qualification level)
Closing Date: 17 July 2026

eThekwini Municipality is committed to developing young talent by providing opportunities that enhance skills, promote innovation, and contribute towards improved service delivery and community development. The Municipality invites applications from unemployed graduates and students requiring workplace experience to participate in its Internship Programme for 2026/2027.

This programme offers young professionals meaningful workplace exposure, the chance to develop occupational skills, and the opportunity to apply academic knowledge within a dynamic local government environment. It supports youth development, improves employability, and contributes towards building a skilled workforce capable of supporting effective municipal service delivery.

Available Disciplines:

• Engineering and Built Environment
• Finance and Economics
• Law
• Administration
• Humanities and Management
• Agriculture, Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
• Health and Life Sciences
• Art and Design

Programme Benefits
Interns will gain practical workplace experience, develop professional and technical competencies, receive mentorship and workplace guidance, participate in workplace projects and assignments, improve their employability and career readiness, and gain exposure to municipal operations and service delivery processes.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens with a recognized qualification relevant to the advertised discipline. Applicants must have no prior work experience in the relevant field, require workplace exposure or experiential learning, be available for the full internship period, and be willing to comply with all programme requirements, including assessments, training, and workplace activities.

Key Competencies
Communication skills, teamwork and collaboration, problem-solving skills, adaptability and willingness to learn, planning and organisational skills, attention to detail, computer literacy, professionalism and work ethic, time management, interpersonal skills, initiative and self-motivation, accountability and integrity, customer service orientation, analytical thinking, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to public service values.

Important Information
Applicants who have previously participated in or benefited from an internship/work experience programme for 12 months or longer will not be considered. Applications must be submitted through the official online application system only — faxed, emailed, manual, or late applications will not be accepted. Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment Equity principles apply, and persons with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Previous applicants must submit a new application.

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