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. Applications close on 06 May 2026, so act fast if you qualify.
Program Details
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) runs this internship in Sunnyside, Pretoria, South Africa. It helps graduates gain practical workplace skills to boost their job prospects. You will learn about government systems and help create a strong, inclusive economy.
Monthly Stipend
Interns receive a monthly stipend of R7 860.50. This amount may change based on your highest qualification when you start. It provides support while you gain experience.
Eligible Fields of Study
You need a tertiary qualification at NQF Level 6 or higher in one of these areas:
- Public Management or Public Administration
- Business Management or Business Administration
- Human Resource Management or Development
- Communication or Public Relations
- Law
- Software Development
- Economics
- Statistics or Econometrics
- Agricultural Economics or Forestry Science
- Development Studies
- Accounting, Financial Management, or Cost and Management Accounting
- Risk Management
- Internal Auditing or Auditing
- Natural Sciences like Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering
- Mining Engineering or Metallurgy Commerce
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Supply Chain Management or Procurement
- International Politics
Who Can Apply
To qualify for the dtic Internships 2026, you must meet these points:
- Be an unemployed South African graduate.
- Hold a qualification at NQF Level 6 or above.
- Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Show professionalism and integrity.
- Be analytical with good attention to detail.
- Work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Willing to learn government systems and processes.
Steps to Apply
Submit your application in one of these ways:
- Email: Send to [email protected]. Use your field of study in the subject line, like “Intern2026 – Public Management”.
- Post: Mail to The Director: Human Resources Management, Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001.
- Hand Delivery: Drop off at dtic Campus, Corner of Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Key Application Rules
Include these with your application:
- A completed and signed new Z83 Form 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. Late or incomplete applications get rejected. If you have foreign qualifications, get them evaluated by SAQA. No feedback in 3 months means you were not selected.
Contact for Questions
Reach out to these people for more details:
- 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
Employment Equity Focus
The dtic supports employment equity. It gives preference to African males and persons with disabilities to meet its targets.
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