66 x Department of Labour: UIF Internships 2026 / 2027
66 x Department of Labour: UIF Internships 2026 / 2027 Department of Labour and Employment invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF Internship Programme 2026. Internship Application Closing Date: 07 August 2026 Internship Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 per month The UIF is offering 66 internship opportunities across various disciplines for graduates who have never participated in an internship programme in either the public or private sector. Available UIF Internship Opportunities (X66 Posts) | Internship Programme | Posts | | --- | --- | | Training and Development | X2 | | Employee Performance Management | X1 | | Organisational Development, Business Process & Change Management | X3 | | Legal Services | X5 | | Board Services and Case Management | X2 | | Corporate Governance | X1 | | Communication and Marketing | X3 | | Demand and Acquisition | X6 | | Maintenance Management | X2 | | Records Management | X2 | | Asset and Fleet Management | X2 | | Revenue Management | X3 | | Budget | X1 | | Bank Reconciliation | X1 | | AP Claims Creditors | X1 | | AP Trade Creditors | X1 | | Labour Activation Programmes | X6 | | Compliance Services | X4 | | Business Operations Statistics | X2 | | Provincial Support | X4 | | Operation Systems Support Services | X2 | | Declarations and Call Centre Services | X9 | | Total Posts | X66 | Minimum Requirements Applicants must: * Be South African citizens. * Hold a relevant NQF Level 6 undergraduate qualification recognised by SAQA. * Have no previous internship experience in either the public or private sector. * Possess good communication and computer skills, depending on the advertised field. Fields of Study Graduates from the following fields are encouraged to apply:…
This summary is written to help you compare roles faster. Always confirm qualifications, documents, and deadlines on the original listing (studentroom).
Gauteng is an important market for internships and work-experience roles in South Africa. Gauteng concentrates head-office roles, banking, retail, logistics, and public-sector vacancies. Competition is high, so applying early and tailoring each CV matters more than sending one generic document everywhere. Finance, IT, call centres, retail management, and mining services dominate hiring. Students often find internships and learnerships through large employers with structured intake seasons. Many roles assume daily travel across Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Ekurhuleni. Before you apply, estimate taxi, bus, or fuel costs so a job that looks well paid on paper still makes sense after commuting.
Applying for internships in South Africa
- Lead with your qualification, year of study, and any projects that show you can learn quickly.
- Mention availability dates and whether you can work in-office, hybrid, or remotely.
- Attach a one-page CV and a short motivation that names the employer and role specifically.
- If the listing is on a company careers page, apply there rather than through forwarded WhatsApp links.
Need broader help? Read our job scam safety guide and editorial policy.
The full posting may include additional requirements. View the complete listing on the source page.