Bergrivier Municipality Human Resources Internship (X2) 2026 Bergrivier Municipality invites South African candidates to apply for the Human Resources Internship Programme 2026. Closing Date: 10 April 2026 at 15:00 Location: Piketberg, Western Cape Duration: 12 months Stipend: R78 000 per annum About the Internship Programme This internship is implemented in partnership with the Local Government SETA, aimed at building capacity within municipalities. Interns will gain: * Practical workplace experience in Human Resources * Exposure to municipal HR processes * Training aligned with local government regulations Purpose of the Role The programme is designed to: * Develop HR skills in a municipal environment * Support service delivery through HR functions * Prepare graduates for careers in Human Resource Management Minimum Requirements Applicants must have: * Basic knowledge of Human Resource Services * Good communication and interpersonal skills * Attention to detail * Report writing skills * High level of responsibility Preferred Qualification: * Diploma in Human Resource Management Additional Requirements * Competence in at least two official Western Cape languages: + Afrikaans + English + Xhosa Key Responsibilities Interns will assist with: * Implementation of Municipal Staff Regulations * Labour Relations processes * Personnel Administration * Occupational Health and Safety * Training and Development programmes Important Conditions * Preference will be given to candidates from the Bergrivier municipal area (WC013) * Applicants must comply with the Employment Equity Act * Successful candidates will undergo: + Police clearance + Interview and evaluation process Required Documents Submit the following: * Completed application form (available from municipality) * Cover letter with two contactable references * CV (maximum 3 pages) * Certified copies of: + ID document + Qualifications + Certificates Note: Documents must not be older than 3 months How to Apply Submit your application to: Address: 13 Church Street Piketberg Postal Address: P.O. Box 60 Piketberg 7320 For Attention: Mr D Boumeester (HR Officer: Training and Development) Enquiries: 022 913 6000 Important Notes * No fax or email applications will be accepted * Late or incomplete applications will not be considered * Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted * If you do not receive feedback within 6 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful Why You Should Apply * Gain valuable municipal HR experience * Build skills in labour relations and HR administration * Improve employability in government and public sector * Work within a structured training programme