Are you a recent graduate looking to start your career in mining, petroleum, or related fields? The DMPR Internships 2026 offer a great chance for South African unemployed graduates to gain real-world experience. This program runs from 2026/2027 to 2027/2028 and covers many provinces across the country.
About the DMPR Internship Programme
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) runs this graduate internship to help young people build skills in areas like mining, petroleum, finance, law, and public administration. It provides workplace training in government settings. Note that interns must cover their own housing and travel costs.
The program is open in provinces such as Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, North West, and KwaZulu-Natal. The application deadline was 08 May 2026.
Available Internship Fields
DMPR offers internships in several key areas. Here is a breakdown:
Finance & Economics
- Investment Promotion
- Fuel Pricing Mechanism
- Office of the CFO
- Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Management Accounting
- Fuel Levies and Margins
These roles focus on money matters in the energy sector.
Legal & Compliance
- Petroleum Compliance and Enforcement
- Legal Services
- Mineral Laws Administration
Work here involves checking rules and supporting legal needs in minerals and petroleum.
Administration & Management
- Mineral and Petroleum Titles Registration
- Public Administration / Office Management
- Human Resources
- Technical Support Unit
- Supply Chain / Contract Management
These positions handle daily operations and support services.
Engineering, Mining & Environment
- Mine Economics
- Mineral Information Management (GIS, Environmental Science)
- Mine Environmental Management
- Social and Labour Plan
Roles in this group deal with mining tech, data, environment protection, and community plans.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for DMPR Internships 2026, you need:
- A National Diploma or Degree in a related field.
- South African citizenship.
- No current job and no past government internship.
- Readiness to move if needed, paying your own way.
- Good grades and matching qualifications.
Students needing training for their studies should include a letter from their school. People with disabilities and TVET graduates are welcome to apply. Strong records help your chances.
Required Documents
Start with these basics:
- A filled Z83 Application Form.
- An up-to-date CV.
If shortlisted, you will need certified copies of your ID, qualifications, and transcripts. Send only complete applications.
How to Apply
Apply online at https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za.
Other options include:
- Post: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria 0001.
- Hand delivery: Trevenna Campus, Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.
Only shortlisted people get contacted for more documents. This program helps launch careers in mining, energy, finance, law, and environment work.
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