PSiRA Internships 2026: Opportunities for Graduates and TVET Students

Are you a recent graduate or TVET student looking for hands-on experience in South Africa’s security sector? The PSiRA Internships 2026 offer a great chance to gain skills and build your career. The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) has opened applications for unemployed South Africans with relevant qualifications.

About the PSiRA Internship Programme

PSiRA runs a structured internship programme that lasts 12 to 18 months. It gives participants real workplace experience, skills training, and a look into public sector work. The goal is to help with career growth, and PSiRA focuses on employment equity by welcoming applications from previously disadvantaged groups.

Internships are available in locations across South Africa, including Centurion, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Bellville, Polokwane, Nelspruit, and Mthatha. The application closing date is 2 April 2026.

Stipend Details

Interns receive a monthly stipend based on their qualification level:

• For Diploma or Degree holders (NQF 6/7): R7 700 per month.
• For TVET N6 students: R4 950 per month.

This support helps interns focus on learning without financial stress.

Graduate Internship Opportunities

PSiRA offers several graduate internships in key areas. Here are the main ones:

Legal Services Internship

Locations: Centurion, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban.
Qualification: LLB or equivalent.
This role involves supporting legal work in the security industry.

Business Information Technology Internship

Location: Centurion.
Qualification: IT, Information Systems, or Computer Science.
Interns assist with tech systems and data management.

Human Capital Management Internship

Location: Centurion.
Qualification: HR or Industrial Psychology.
Focus on people management and staff development tasks.

Performance Monitoring & Evaluation Internship

Location: Centurion.
Qualification: Public Administration or Business Administration.
Track programme results and suggest improvements.

Supply Chain Management Internship

Location: Centurion.
Qualification: Supply Chain or Logistics.
Handle procurement and logistics operations.

Law Enforcement Administration Internship

Locations: Centurion, Bellville.
Qualification: Business, Public Management, or Office Management.
Support admin for law enforcement activities.

Facilities Administration Internship

Location: Centurion.
Qualification: Business or Public Administration.
Manage facility operations and maintenance.

Registration Internship

Location: Bellville.
Qualification: Business or Public Administration.
Process registrations for security businesses.

Industry Training Internship

Qualification: N6 in Business Management, ETDP, or Training.
Develop training materials for the sector.

TVET N6 Placement Opportunities

TVET students with N6 certificates can apply for placements in various departments:

• Registration
• Human Capital Management
• Industry Training
• Finance (Accounts Receivable, Payable, Assets)
• Call Centre
• Complaints Management
• Law Enforcement Administration

These are available in Pretoria, Centurion, Johannesburg, Polokwane, KwaZulu-Natal, Nelspruit, and Mthatha.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, you must:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Be unemployed.
• Hold a relevant Diploma, Degree, or N6 Certificate.
• Want to gain workplace experience.

How to Apply for PSiRA Internships 2026

Apply online through the PSiRA recruitment portal: https://erecruitment.psira.co.za/recruitment/#/browse-jobs. Scroll down to find the internship that matches your skills. Make sure to select the right position.

Important Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will hear back. Late applications are not accepted. The programme runs 12 to 18 months and provides valuable exposure.

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