Are you a recent graduate looking to start your career in mining, petroleum, or related fields? The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) offers a great chance through its Graduate Internship Programme for 2026-2028. This program helps unemployed South African graduates gain real-world skills in government work.
About the DMPR Internship Programme
The DMPR Internship Programme runs over the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 financial years. It gives participants hands-on experience in areas like mining, petroleum, finance, law, and public administration. Note that interns must cover their own housing and travel costs.
Interns can work in various provinces, including Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Free State, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, North West, and KwaZulu-Natal. The application closed on 08 May 2026, but check the official site for updates.
Available Internship Fields
DMPR provides openings 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 tasks.
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 cover technical and eco-friendly aspects of mining.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you need a National Diploma or Degree in a related field. You must be a South African citizen, unemployed, and not have joined any prior government internship. Strong grades help, and you may need to move at your own expense.
Students needing training for their studies should include a letter from their school. People with disabilities and TVET graduates are welcome to apply. Full applications only will be reviewed.
Required Documents
Start with a completed Z83 Application Form and an updated CV. If shortlisted, provide certified copies of your ID, qualifications, and transcripts. Missing items mean no consideration.
How to Apply
Apply online at https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za. You can also send by post to: The Director-General, Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, Private Bag X59, Pretoria 0001. Or hand-deliver to Trevenna Campus, Corner Meintjies and Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.
This program builds skills for careers in mining, energy, finance, law, and environmental work.
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