The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is inviting applications from suitably qualified graduates to participate in its 2026 Internship Programme. Opportunities are available across multiple provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal, North West, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape. The closing date for applications is 8 May 2026.

About the Department

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is the government body responsible for promoting and regulating South Africa’s mining and petroleum industries to ensure transformation, growth, and sustainable development. The department is committed to ensuring that the country’s mineral wealth benefits all citizens through sound policy formulation and effective implementation. Through its internship programme, the DMPR seeks to develop the next generation of young professionals while strengthening its institutional capacity in critical technical and administrative functions.

Available Internship Opportunities

The programme covers multiple functional areas across four provincial locations. Positions available are as follows:

KwaZulu-Natal — Durban

• Internship Programme (Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 40
• Internship Programme (Mineral Laws Administration) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 39
• Internship Programme (Mineral Information Management) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 38
• Internship Programme (Mine Economics) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 37

North West Province

• Internship Programme (Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 36 — Mahikeng
• Internship Programme (Mineral Information Management) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 35 — Klerksdorp
• Internship Programme (Social and Labour Plan) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 34 — Klerksdorp

Western Cape — Cape Town

• Internship Programme (Mine Economics) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 33
• Internship Programme (Social and Labour Plan) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 32

Eastern Cape — East London

• Internship Programme (Petroleum Licensing and Fuel Supply) — REF NO DMPR INTERN 31

Who Should Apply

This internship programme is designed for graduates holding qualifications in fields related to the mining, petroleum, and public administration sectors. Relevant fields of study include mining engineering, geology, economics, law, public administration, environmental management, petroleum studies, information management, and social sciences. Applicants should carefully review each reference number and apply for the position that corresponds to their relevant field of study and preferred location.

Programme Benefits

Successful candidates will gain meaningful, practical workplace experience in a government setting, with direct exposure to mining and petroleum regulatory frameworks. Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in the minerals and energy sector, develop valuable policy analysis and administrative skills, build professional networks within government and industry, and enhance their overall employability upon completion of the programme.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date of 8 May 2026. Your application must include an updated Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of your qualifications, a certified copy of your ID document, and any other supporting documents as required. Applications must clearly reference the relevant internship reference number for the position being applied for. Late applications may not be considered.

For enquiries, contact the department at:

• Phone: +27 12 444 3000
• Email: erecruitment@dmpr.gov.za
• Address: Trevenna Campus, C/o Meintjes and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria

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