Theewaterskloof Municipality Internships 2026: HR and Finance Opportunities

Theewaterskloof Municipality

Location
Western Cape
Contract
Fixed-term contract
Salary (as advertised)
R8 333 per month
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** Theewaterskloof Municipality is offering internship opportunities for suitably qualified unemployed graduates in Human Resources and Municipal Finance Management for the year 2026. These programmes are designed to provide structured professional training and practical experience. The internships are located in Caledon, Western Cape, South Africa. A total of 4 positions are available, comprising 2 for Human Resources Interns and 2 for Municipal Finance Management Interns. The Human Resources internships have a duration of 12 months with a stipend of R8,333 per month (total cost to company), while the Municipal Finance Management internships are for 2 years with a remuneration of R10,173 per month (all inclusive). **What you will do** * **Human Resources Interns:** * Assist with Workplace Skills Plan activities. * Gather departmental training needs. * Support annual WSP reporting to LGSETA. * Coordinate staff training interventions and assist with workshops. * Support municipal bursary programmes. * Maintain training files and attendance registers. * Update HR and training databases. * Support audit compliance. * Distribute, track, and file employee performance agreements. * Assist with quarterly employee performance assessments and annual individual performance reviews. * Capture performance information. * Support monitoring of departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). * **Municipal Finance Management Interns:** * Gain workplace exposure in municipal financial management. * Work towards competencies aligned with the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels. * Participate in structured professional training and practical experience in municipal finance, aligned with the Municipal Finance Management Act and related reforms. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **For Human Resources Internships:** * **Minimum Eligibility Requirements:** * A relevant three-year tertiary qualification. * Preferably a National Diploma in Human Resources or Public Administration at NQF Level 6; or a Degree in Human Resources or Public Administration at NQF Level 7. * Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet navigation skills. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to communicate in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape. * Be between 21 and 35 years old. * Be unemployed. * Not have previously participated in a municipal internship programme. * Valid Code B driver’s licence. * **Documents Required for Application:** * Completed prescribed TWK application form. * Detailed CV. * Originally certified copy of qualification. * Originally certified copy of valid driver’s licence. * Originally certified copy of ID. * *Note: Certification must not be older than six months from the date of application. Failure to submit required documents will result in automatic disqualification.* * **For Municipal Finance Management Internships:** * **Minimum Eligibility Requirements:** * A three-year Bachelor’s Degree; or National Diploma. * Relevant majors include Accounting, Management Accounting, Economics, Finance, Risk Management, Auditing, or related fields. * Be between 21 and 35 years old. * Be computer literate. * Be able to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (English, isiXhosa, Afrikaans). * **Contract Requirements (for successful candidates):** * Required to sign an employment contract. * Required to sign an internship agreement. * Must commit to full participation in the educational and workplace components of the programme. * Must comply with municipal policies and procedures. * **Documents Required for Application:** * Completed prescribed TWK application form. * Originally certified copy of three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma. * Originally certified academic record or transcript. * Originally certified ID document. * *Note: Certification must not be older than six months from the date of application. Failure to submit required documents will result in automatic disqualification.* **Who should apply** Suitably qualified unemployed graduates, aged between 21 and 35, who have not previously participated in a municipal internship programme, are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates for Human Resources roles will hold a relevant National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree (NQF Level 7) in HR or Public Administration, along with a valid Code B driver’s licence. For Finance roles, a three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with relevant majors such as Accounting, Economics, Finance, Risk Management, Auditing, or related fields is required. All applicants must be computer literate and capable of communicating in at least two official languages of the Western Cape. Preference may be given to unemployed youth residing within the Theewaterskloof Municipal area, and the Municipality is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, potentially giving preference to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. **Deadline** * Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme: 18 November 2026 at 12:00 * Human Resources Internship Programme: 20 November 2026 at 12:00 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.studentroom.co.za/theewaterskloof-municipality-internships-2026-hr-and-finance-opportunities/ Source: studentroom

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    Job description

    Theewaterskloof Municipality invites suitably qualified unemployed graduates to apply for the Human Resources Internship Programme and the Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme (MFMIP) 2026 in Caledon. Internship Application Closing Dates: 18 and 20 November 2026 Internship Location: Caledon, Western Cape, South Africa Available Posts: 4 Available Internship Opportunities The following opportunities are available: * Human Resources Internships X2 * Municipal Finance Management Internships X2 Human Resources Internships X2 Theewaterskloof Municipality invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for two Human Resources Internship opportunities. Number of Positions: 2 Duration: 12 months Stipend: R8 333 per month, total cost to company Closing Date: 20 November 2026 at 12:00 Minimum Requirements for Human Resources Internships Applicants must have: * A relevant three-year tertiary qualification. * Preferably a National Diploma in Human Resources or Public Administration at NQF Level 6; or * A Degree in Human Resources or Public Administration at NQF Level 7. * Computer literacy. * Microsoft Word skills. * Microsoft Excel skills. * Microsoft PowerPoint skills. * Internet navigation skills. * Good written communication skills. * Good verbal communication skills. * Ability to communicate in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape. * Be between 21 and 35 years old. * Be unemployed. * Not have previously participated in a municipal internship programme. * Valid Code B driver’s licence. Preference will be given to unemployed youth residing within the Theewaterskloof Municipal area. Human Resources Internship Responsibilities Successful interns will gain practical experience across Human Resources functions, including: * Assisting with Workplace Skills Plan activities. * Gathering departmental training needs. * Supporting annual WSP reporting to LGSETA. * Coordinating staff training interventions. * Assisting with workshops. * Supporting municipal bursary programmes. * Maintaining training files. * Maintaining attendance registers. * Updating HR and training databases. * Supporting audit compliance. * Distributing employee performance agreements. * Tracking performance agreements. * Filing performance agreements. * Assisting with quarterly employee performance assessments. * Assisting with annual individual performance reviews. * Capturing performance information. * Supporting monitoring of departmental KPIs. Documents Required for Human Resources Internship Applicants must submit: * Completed prescribed TWK application form. * Detailed CV. * Originally certified copy of qualification. * Originally certified copy of valid driver’s licence. * Originally certified copy of ID. Certification must not be older than six months from the date of application. Failure to submit the required documents will result in automatic disqualification. Human Resources Internship Enquiries Mr L. Sheane Human Resource Officer Telephone: 028 214 3300 Municipal Finance Management Internships X2 Theewaterskloof Municipality is also recruiting for its Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme (MFMIP). Number of Positions: 2 Office: Caledon Contract Duration: 2 years Remuneration: R10 173 per month, all inclusive Closing Date: 18 November 2026 at 12:00 This advertisement replaces the earlier advertisement that had a closing date of 13 November 2026. Applicants who previously applied must submit a new application under the revised advertisement. About the MFMIP Programme The Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme provides structured professional training and practical experience in municipal finance. The programme is aligned with the Municipal Finance Management Act and related reforms. Successful candidates will gain workplace exposure in municipal financial management and will work towards competencies aligned with the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels. Minimum Requirements for Finance Internships Applicants must have: * A three-year Bachelor’s Degree; or * National Diploma. Relevant majors include: * Accounting * Management Accounting * Economics * Finance * Risk Management * Auditing * Related fields Applicants must also: * Be between 21 and 35 years old. * Be computer literate. * Be able to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape: + English + isiXhosa + Afrikaans Finance Internship Contract Requirements Successful candidates will be required to sign: * An employment contract. * An internship agreement. They must also commit to full participation in the educational and workplace components of the programme and comply with municipal policies and procedures. Documents Required for Finance Internship Applicants must submit: * Completed prescribed TWK application form. * Originally certified copy of three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma. * Originally certified academic record or transcript. * Originally certified ID document. Certification must not be older than six months from the date of application. Applicants who fail to submit all required documents will be automatically disqualified. Finance Internship Enquiries Mr NP Mabhena Director: Finance Telephone: 028 214 3300 How to Apply Applicants for either programme must complete the official Theewaterskloof Municipality TWK Application Form. Applications must be forwarded to: Manager: Human Resources Theewaterskloof Municipality PO Box 24 Caledon 7230 Applicants must ensure that all required certified documents are attached. Important Application Information Applicants should note that: * No emailed applications will be accepted. * No scanned applications will be accepted. * No faxed applications will be accepted. * Only original application forms will be accepted. * Applicants who fail to complete the prescribed application form will be automatically disqualified. * Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to qualification verification. * Reference checks may be conducted. * Screening and vetting may be conducted where necessary. * Canvassing will result in disqualification. * The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment. * Theewaterskloof Municipality is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. * Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Applicants who do not receive feedback within two months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. Closing Dates Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme: 18 November 2026 at 12:00 Human Resources Internship Programme: 20 November 2026 at 12:00 Meta Description Apply for Theewaterskloof Municipality Internships 2026 in Caledon. Four opportunities are available in Human Resources and Municipal Finance Management, with stipends of R8 333 and R10 173 per month. Closing dates: 18 and 20 November 2026.

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