Buffalo City Municipality Young Technical Graduates Internships 2026 Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Young Technical Graduates Training Programme 2026. Internship Application Closing Date: 08 May 2026 Internship Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa The Buffalo City Metro, in partnership with National Treasury, is offering a 3-year structured graduate training programme aimed at equipping young graduates with technical skills and workplace experience in municipal infrastructure, planning, and development environments. Programme Overview * Programme: Young Technical Graduates Training Programme * Duration: 3 Years * Location: East London * Host: Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality * Partner: National Treasury * Application Method: CV + supporting documents (No application form required) This programme provides long-term technical training, mentorship, and real municipal project exposure, making it more valuable than typical internships. Fields Available and Reference Numbers Ref No: 01/26 – Geomatics Division (X2 Posts) Qualification Required: * BSc / Degree in Land Surveying or Geomatics Ref No: 02/26 – GIS Unit (X2 Posts) Qualification Required: * Degree in GIS / Geography * Or Earth Science with GIS as a major Ref No: 03/26 – Electrical Engineering (X2 Posts) Qualification Required: * National Diploma in Electrical Engineering Ref No: 04/26 – Spatial Planning (Diploma) (X2 Posts) Qualification Required: * National Diploma in Town and Regional Planning Ref No: 05/26 – Property Valuation (X1 Post) Qualification Required: * National Diploma in Property Valuation Ref No: 06/26 – Spatial Planning (Degree) (X1 Post) Qualification Required: * Degree in Town and Regional Planning Minimum Requirements Applicants must: * Be South African citizens * Reside in Buffalo City Metro or Eastern Cape * Have Grade 12 * Be unemployed * Be computer literate What You Will Gain Successful candidates will receive: * Structured technical mentorship * Exposure to municipal planning systems * Hands-on experience in: + GIS and spatial data + Infrastructure projects + Surveying and mapping + Electrical systems + Property valuation * Experience in budgeting and development planning Career Opportunities After Programme This programme prepares graduates for careers such as: * GIS Analyst * Infrastructure Planner * Electrical Technician * Town Planner * Valuation Technician * Municipal Technical Specialist Who Should Apply This programme is ideal for graduates who: * Live in the Eastern Cape * Have qualifications in engineering, planning, GIS, or valuation * Are unemployed * Want long-term careers in the public sector Required Documents Applicants must submit: * Detailed CV * Certified copies of qualifications * Certified academic records * Certified copy of ID * Driver’s licence (if applicable) * Cover letter (include correct reference number) ⚠️ Incomplete applications may be disqualified. How to Apply Applications must be submitted by hand or post: Hand Delivery: Human Resources Performance & Development Department No. 58 Belgravia Crescent Southernwood East London Postal Address: Directorate of Corporate Services P.O. Box 134 East London 5200 📞 Enquiries: 043 705 3281 / 3284 Important Notes * No municipal application form is required * Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number * Programme duration is 3 years * Late applications will not be considered