Overview
This role is a Student Internship position within the City of Johannesburg Metro's Development Planning Department, specifically in the Building Development Management Branch. The internship program is an initiative by the City of Johannesburg to provide on-the-job exposure for students, which is a prerequisite for acquiring an academic qualification or for obtaining experiential training after qualification. The City is committed to offering work-based training. This particular internship, designated as "Internship: Building Development Management," is for a period not exceeding 18 months and is located at 100 Carr Street, Newtown Junction Mall, Nedbank Building. Remuneration is R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits) for those with a completed qualification (min 360 credits), or R4,951.88 per month (basic salary, no benefits) for enrolled students.
What you will do
The primary function of this internship is to assist the records and archives section within Building Development Management. This involves organizing the records and Archives section to ensure the easy filing and retrieval of building plan applications. Key learning areas include:
* Filing, maintaining, and accessing records of building plans applications and associated correspondence.
* Performing various ad-hoc duties delegated by the Operations Manager, providing relevant and timeous support to the manager/Assistant Director to ensure professional support for the achievement of the Unit’s delivery objectives.
Requirements (from the original advert)
* Grade 12 (NQF level 4) plus a relevant NQF level 6 qualification; specifically a Diploma/National Diploma: Archives & Records Management.
* No prior experience required.
* Must be a City of Joburg resident.
* Must be youth from the Johannesburg communities.
* Must not have participated in an internship programme before.
Who should apply
This internship is suitable for youth in Johannesburg communities who are qualifying students, have never before participated in an internship program, and are City of Joburg residents. Ideal candidates will have a Grade 12 (NQF level 4) and a relevant NQF level 6 qualification, specifically a Diploma/National Diploma in Archives & Records Management, and no prior experience. Applicants should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (applicable to all levels and personalities), be computer literate in the MSOffice package (Word, MS Computer Skills), and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Core competencies expected include collaboration/teamwork, values and integrity, attention to detail and quality focus, and adherence to Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics and Professionalism. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Deadline
FRIDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2026
Reference
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-student-internship-positions-vacancy-circular-0272026-development-planning
Source: govpage
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Job description
CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METRO
STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS:
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT
An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a pre-requisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students.
· This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities, who qualifies for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before.
· This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTSin the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months
· Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular.
· Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV).
· The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
· Appointments will be made in accordance with the COJ Employment Equity policy and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
· The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer.
· Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application.
· Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.
WHERE TO APPLY
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: Credit Record, CV validation and Employment record verification, Criminal check, and Identity validation.
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Development Planning Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months
Department:Development Planning
Branch: Building Development Management
Designation: Internship: Building Development Management
Remuneration:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) OR
(Enrolled as a student) : R 4 951,88 pm (Basic salary, no benefits)
LOCATION:100 Carr Street, Newtown Junction Mall, Nedbank Building
Minimum Requirements:
· Grade 12 (NQF level 4) plus a relevant NQF level 6 qualification; a Diploma/ National Diploma: Archives & Records Management;
· No experience;
· Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function:
To assist the records and archives session within Building Development Management in organizing the records and Archives section to ensure the easy filling and retrieval of building plan applications.
Key Learning Areas:
· File, maintain and access records of building plans applications and associated correspondence;
· Perform various ad-hoc duties delegated by the Operations Manager from time to time by providing relevant and timeous support to the manager/Assistant Director to ensure that he/she receives professional support for the achievement of the Unit’s delivery objectives.
Leading Competencies:
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills (to all levels & Personalities);
· Computer literacy in MSOffice package: Word, MS Computer Skills;
· Communication and interpersonal skills.
Core Competencies:
· Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail and quality focused.
· Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism.
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below:
TIPS FOR CANDIDATES -https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2026-Vacancies/Tips-For- Job-Applicants.aspx
https://share.hsforms.com/1tpxh6GlCSTmoZDea4Steug469tl
APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE:www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person:Thabang Mushwana
Email Address:ThabangM@joburg.org.za(The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVS, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement.
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 16 OCTOBER 2026
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies and fulfil experiential learning requirements. The programme aims to develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives.
This opportunity is open to YOUTH in the Johannesburg community The City of Johannesburg Municipality is committed to provide skills development and educational opportunities, not only for its employees, but also for the Johannesburg community members.
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a pre-requisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential…
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
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