Gauteng Department of Environment Internships 2026 The Gauteng Department of Environment invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026 – 2028. Internship Application Closing Date: 22 May 2026 Internship Location: Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa The Gauteng Department of Environment is offering a 24-month non-renewable internship programme for unemployed graduates who hold National Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, or Honour’s Degrees in various fields. Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme 2026 The internship programme aims to provide structured workplace experience and practical training to graduates in different disciplines. Successful candidates will participate in projects, workplace activities, and professional development initiatives under the supervision of experienced officials. Available Internship Opportunities Air Quality Internship 2026 Reference Number: AQ2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in: * Environmental Science * Environmental Management * Chemistry * Chemical Engineering * Earth Science * Natural Science Pollution & Waste Management Internship 2026 Reference Number: PWM2026 Number of Posts: 2 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must hold a Diploma or Degree in: * Environmental Science * Environmental Management * Natural Science * Geography Environmental & Impact Management Internship 2026 Reference Number: EIM2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements * Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management Environmental Policy, Planning & Coordination Internship 2026 Reference Number: EPPC2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Pretoria (Council for Scientific & Industrial Research) Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements * Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management Compliance & Enforcement Internship 2026 Reference Number: CE2026 Number of Posts: 4 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in: * Environmental Science * Environmental Management * Natural Science Office of the Head of Department Internship 2026 Reference Number: HOD2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in: * Public Management * Public Administration * Office & Technology Management Financial Management Internship 2026 Reference Number: FM2026 Number of Posts: 2 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements * N6, Diploma, or Degree in Financial Management or Accounting Science Organisational Development Internship 2026 Reference Number: OD2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in: * Work-study * Operations Management * Management Services * Production Management ICT Internship 2026 Reference Number: ICT2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must hold a Degree or Diploma in: * Computer Science * Information Technology * Business Informatics Communications Internship 2026 Reference Number: COM2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements * Diploma or Degree in Media Studies or related qualification Graphic Design Internship 2026 Reference Number: GD2026 Number of Posts: 1 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements * Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design or related qualification Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Internship 2026 Reference Number: ICT2026 Number of Posts: 2 Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 Requirements Applicants must have a Diploma or Degree in: * Social Science * Public Management & Governance * Monitoring & Evaluation Internship Duties Successful interns will: * Receive structured workplace exposure * Participate in projects and departmental programmes * Attend training and development activities * Gain practical work experience related to their qualifications * Work under the supervision of experienced professionals Important Requirements * Applicants must be unemployed South African graduates * Applicants must not have participated in a Public Service internship programme before * Qualifications must be obtained from accredited institutions * Only shortlisted candidates will submit certified copies of documents * Applications must include: + Fully completed new Z83 form + Detailed CV * Applications must be submitted as one PDF document * JPEG or picture applications will not be accepted How to Apply Applications should be emailed to: Email Address: GDEnvInternship@gauteng.gov.za Applicants must quote the relevant reference number in the email subject line. Enquiries Contact Person: Mr. Livhuwani Mutswana Telephone: (011) 240 2590 Important Dates | Details | Information | | --- | --- | | Closing Date | 22 May 2026 | | Internship Duration | 24 Months | | Monthly Stipend | R8 174.75 | Conclusion The Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme 2026 – 2028 offers graduates an excellent opportunity to gain practical government work experience in environmental management, ICT, finance, communications, and other fields. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date.