The Breede-Olifants Catchment Management Agency (BOCMA), a Water Resources Management entity established in terms of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998), is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for its Internship Programme within the Water Resources Management Division.

This is a career-defining opportunity for young South African graduates who are eager to gain hands-on, work-based experience in the water resources sector — one of the most critical and growing fields in the country.

About BOCMA

BOCMA is a statutory body mandated to manage water resources within the Breede-Olifants catchment area. In partnership with the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA), BOCMA is committed to skills development and creating pathways for unemployed graduates to enter the professional world.

Available Internship Components

BOCMA is offering internship positions across the following components, based at its offices in Worcester, George, and Belleville:

Water Resources Management (WRM) — 10 Posts
Office Locations: Worcester, George, Belleville
Reference: 2026/In/1/4/26
Qualifications Required:

• An appropriate B Degree in Water Resources Management, Environmental Science, or related fields
• BSc Honours in Microbiology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry

Water Resource Planning — 2 Posts (Hydrology)
Office Locations: Worcester, George
Reference: 2026/In/1/4/26
Qualifications Required:

• Masters in Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or Geology

Water Resource Planning — 2 Posts (Engineering)
Office Locations: Worcester, George
Reference: 2026/In/1/4/26
Qualifications Required:

• An appropriate B Degree in Civil Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or related engineering disciplines

Stipend

• R7 500 per month for NQF Levels 07 – 08
• R10 000 per month for NQF Level 09

Duration

24-month fixed-term non-renewable Internship Contract

Minimum Requirements

To be eligible, candidates must:

• Be 35 years of age or younger
• Be currently unemployed
• Hold an appropriate post-school qualification in a relevant field
• Have obtained a minimum average of 60% in their final year academic records
• Not have previously served as an intern in the Public or Private Sector
• Be a South African citizen

How to Apply

Qualifying candidates should email a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least 3 contactable references, accompanied by an application letter, to:

📧 careers88@bocma.co.za

Closing Date: 05 May 2026

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be requested to forward certified copies of all relevant qualifications, certificates, and a copy of ID (not older than 6 months certification).

Only emailed applications will be accepted. Only one (1) email per submission will be accepted per applicant.

BOCMA is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personal suitability check, including criminal record verification, citizenship verification, qualification verification, and previous employment verification.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. BOCMA reserves the right not to make an appointment or to withdraw the internship programme.

Enquiries: Ms Kathleen Makgatho / Ms T G Sambo | ☎ (023) 346 8000

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