Are you a recent graduate looking for hands-on experience in South Africa’s public sector? The dtic Internships 2026 offer a great chance to build skills and contribute to the economy. This 24-month program starts on 01 July 2026 and runs until 30 June 2028, based in Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Program Details
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) runs this internship to help graduates gain practical workplace skills. You will learn about government systems and work toward a dynamic South African economy. The program boosts your employability in public and private sectors.
Applications close on 06 May 2026, so act fast if you qualify.
Who Can Apply?
To join the dtic Internships 2026, you must meet these basic rules:
- Be an unemployed South African graduate.
- Hold a tertiary qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher.
- Show strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Act with professionalism and integrity.
- Be analytical with good attention to detail.
- Work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Willing to learn government systems and processes.
Foreign qualifications need evaluation by SAQA.
Fields of Study
The program accepts degrees in many areas. Here is the full list:
- Public Management / Public Administration
- Business Management / Business Administration
- Human Resource Management / Development
- Communication / Public Relations
- Law
- Software Development
- Economics
- Statistics / Econometrics
- Agricultural Economics / Forestry Science
- Development Studies
- Accounting / Financial Management / Cost and Management Accounting
- Risk Management
- Internal Auditing / Auditing
- Natural Sciences (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering)
- Mining Engineering / Metallurgy Commerce
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Supply Chain Management / Procurement
- International Politics
Pick the field that matches your qualification.
Stipend Information
Interns receive a monthly stipend of R7 860.50. This amount may change based on your highest qualification when appointed.
How to Submit Your Application
Send your application one of these ways:
- Email: Use [email protected]. Put your field of study in the subject line, like “Intern2026 – Public Management”.
- Post: The Director: Human Resources Management, Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001.
- Hand Delivery: dtic Campus, Corner of Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Include these items:
- A completed and signed new Z83 Form (get it from www.gov.za/documents).
- A detailed CV with your final year modules or subjects.
Do not send certified documents at first. Only shortlisted candidates need them.
Key Application Tips
Follow these to avoid issues:
- Late or incomplete applications get rejected.
- No feedback in 3 months means you were not selected.
- The dtic focuses on employment equity. They prefer African males and persons with disabilities to meet targets.
Contact for Questions
Reach out to these people for help:
- Donald Mathavha: (012) 394 3864 or 064 850 9379
- Teaman Nghunyule: (012) 394 1563 or 060 998 0775
- Ursula Pitse: (012) 394 1852
- Vusi Mazibuko: (012) 394 5608
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