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.