Gauteng Department of Environment Internships 2026

The Gauteng Department of Environment invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026 – 2028.

Internship Application Closing Date: 22 May 2026

Internship Location: Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

The Gauteng Department of Environment is offering a 24-month non-renewable internship programme for unemployed graduates who hold National Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, or Honour’s Degrees in various fields.

Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme 2026

The internship programme aims to provide structured workplace experience and practical training to graduates in different disciplines. Successful candidates will participate in projects, workplace activities, and professional development initiatives under the supervision of experienced officials.

Available Internship Opportunities

Air Quality Internship 2026

Reference Number: AQ2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Management
• Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Earth Science
• Natural Science

Pollution & Waste Management Internship 2026

Reference Number: PWM2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Diploma or Degree in:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Management
• Natural Science
• Geography

Environmental & Impact Management Internship 2026

Reference Number: EIM2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management

Environmental Policy, Planning & Coordination Internship 2026

Reference Number: EPPC2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria (Council for Scientific & Industrial Research)
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management

Compliance & Enforcement Internship 2026

Reference Number: CE2026
Number of Posts: 4
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Management
• Natural Science

Office of the Head of Department Internship 2026

Reference Number: HOD2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in:

• Public Management
• Public Administration
• Office & Technology Management

Financial Management Internship 2026

Reference Number: FM2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

• N6, Diploma, or Degree in Financial Management or Accounting Science

Organisational Development Internship 2026

Reference Number: OD2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in:

• Work-study
• Operations Management
• Management Services
• Production Management

ICT Internship 2026

Reference Number: ICT2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must hold a Degree or Diploma in:

• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Business Informatics

Communications Internship 2026

Reference Number: COM2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Media Studies or related qualification

Graphic Design Internship 2026

Reference Number: GD2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design or related qualification

Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Internship 2026

Reference Number: ICT2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75

Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in:

• Social Science
• Public Management & Governance
• Monitoring & Evaluation

Internship Duties

Successful interns will:

• Receive structured workplace exposure
• Participate in projects and departmental programmes
• Attend training and development activities
• Gain practical work experience related to their qualifications
• Work under the supervision of experienced professionals

Important Requirements

• Applicants must be unemployed South African graduates
• Applicants must not have participated in a Public Service internship programme before
• Qualifications must be obtained from accredited institutions
• Only shortlisted candidates will submit certified copies of documents
• Applications must include:
  • Fully completed new Z83 form
  • Detailed CV
• Applications must be submitted as one PDF document
• JPEG or picture applications will not be accepted

How to Apply

Applications should be emailed to:

Email Address: GDEnvInternship@gauteng.gov.za

Applicants must quote the relevant reference number in the email subject line.

Enquiries

Contact Person: Mr. Livhuwani Mutswana
Telephone: (011) 240 2590

Important Dates

Conclusion

The Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme 2026 – 2028 offers graduates an excellent opportunity to gain practical government work experience in environmental management, ICT, finance, communications, and other fields. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date.