The Free State Department of Human Settlements has opened applications for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027, offering unemployed South African graduates the chance to gain valuable public service experience while contributing to the delivery of sustainable human settlements across the province.

This is a 24-month fixed-term internship based in Bloemfontein and surrounding districts, offering successful candidates a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 along with structured, hands-on exposure to the day-to-day workings of a government department.

Who Should Apply

• Unemployed South African citizens who originate from and currently reside in South Africa
• Applicants with Grade 12 plus a relevant NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification, depending on the post applied for
• Candidates who have never previously participated in a Public Service Internship Programme

Available Internship Fields

• Information Technology – District Services (2 posts) – Ref: HS 001/2026
• Project Management Unit – District Services (15 posts across Thabo Mofutsanyana, Fezile Dabi, Lejweleputswa, Mangaung, and Xhariep districts) – Ref: HS 002/2026 to HS 006/2026
• Office Administration – District Services (10 posts across the same districts) – Ref: HS 007/2026 to HS 011/2026
• Administrators – Affordable Housing – Ref: HS 012/2026
• Rental Tribunal – Ref: HS 013/2026
• Housing Development and Planning – Ref: HS 014/2026
• Supply Chain Management – Bid Administration and Logistics Management (2 posts) – Ref: HS 015/2026
• Financial and Budget Management – Salaries and Tax (2 posts) – Ref: HS 016/2026
• Internal Audit – Ref: HS 017/2026
• Human Resources Management – Ref: HS 018/2026
• Corporate Communication – Ref: HS 019/2026
• Labour Relations – Ref: HS 020/2026

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a completed Z83 application form together with a comprehensive CV. Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will only be required from candidates who are shortlisted for interviews.

Applications can be submitted via:

• Email: recruit@fshs.gov.za
• Postal: Head: HRM Directorate, Department of Human Settlements, P.O. Box 247, Bloemfontein, 9300
• Hand delivery: OR Tambo House, St. Andrews Street, Bloemfontein — place in the box at Ground Floor Security

Please quote the relevant reference number for the post you are applying for in your application.

Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00

This programme presents an excellent opportunity for graduates across multiple disciplines — including IT, project management, office administration, housing development, supply chain, finance, internal audit, human resources, corporate communication, and labour relations — to kick-start their careers in the public service while making a meaningful contribution to building sustainable communities in the Free State.

Only candidates who meet the stipulated requirements and apply before the closing date and time will be considered.