2 x CIPC IP Copyright Internships 2026 Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026. Internship Application Closing Date: 16 April 2026 Internship Location: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Overview of the CIPC Internship Programme 2026 The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), part of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), is offering a Graduate Internship Programme in IP Copyright. This programme is designed to provide unemployed graduates with practical legal experience in intellectual property and copyright within a public sector environment. The internship will run for 24 months, giving candidates valuable exposure to real-world legal processes and regulatory frameworks. Internship Programme Details * Position: IP Copyright Intern (x2) * Reference Number: IPCopyrightintern * Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria * Duration: 24 months * Stipend: R12,000 per month * Closing Date: 16 April 2026 Minimum Requirements Applicants must have: * LLB Degree Eligibility Criteria To qualify, applicants must: * Be South African citizens * Be unemployed graduates * Be between 18 and 35 years old * Not have participated in an internship programme before * Have no prior work experience What You Will Gain Interns will benefit from: * Practical legal experience in intellectual property * Exposure to copyright regulations and compliance * Workplace training in a government environment * Professional development and mentorship * Strong foundation for legal careers Important Notes * Interns will sign a Graduate Internship Agreement * Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted * CIPC reserves the right not to fill the position * Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA * Applicants must upload documents correctly to avoid disqualification Required Documents Applicants must upload: * Updated CV * Certified copy of ID * LLB qualification Ensure documents are uploaded in the correct sections of the online application system. How to Apply Click here to apply for CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2026 (IP Copyright): Note: Applications must be submitted online. Faxed, emailed, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. Enquiries For assistance with applications, contact: * CIPC Recruitment Office: 087 743 7075 / 7180 / 7074 / 087 260 1554 This internship is an excellent opportunity for law graduates to gain specialised experience in intellectual property and build a strong legal career in South Africa.