Several internship, Work Integrated Learning and youth employment opportunities are closing between 20 and 22 July 2026.
The available programmes include municipal finance internships, TVET College workplace training, City of Johannesburg student internships, CIPC graduate internships and selected Eskom Youth Employment Service opportunities.
Applicants are encouraged to check the requirements carefully and submit complete applications before the relevant closing time.
1. Xhariep District Municipality Finance Internships 2026
Xhariep District Municipality invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Finance Internship Programme 2026.
Internship application closing date: 20 July 2026 at 16:00
Internship location: Trompsburg, Free State, South Africa
This programme is suitable for graduates interested in gaining practical municipal finance and public-sector experience.
Click here to apply for Xhariep District Municipality Finance Internships 2026
2. Gert Sibande TVET College Internships and WIL 2026
Gert Sibande TVET College, in partnership with the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority, invites qualifying unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programmes 2026.
A total of 175 opportunities are available.
Graduate internships: 100 opportunities
Work Integrated Learning opportunities: 75 opportunities
Internship application closing date: 20 July 2026 at 10:00
Internship location: Various wholesale and retail organisations across the Gert Sibande Region, Mpumalanga
The programmes are reserved for qualifying graduates of Gert Sibande TVET College.
Click here to apply for 175 Gert Sibande TVET College Internships 2026
3. AFGRI Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026
AFGRI Farmer Development invites suitably qualified South African students to apply for five Work Integrated Learning opportunities.
Number of opportunities: Five
Application closing date: 21 July 2026
Programme location: Vastfontein Farm, Pretoria North, Gauteng, South Africa
The programme provides students with workplace exposure aligned with their academic studies.
Click here to apply for AFGRI Work Integrated Learnerships 2026
4. City of Johannesburg Student Internships 2026
The City of Johannesburg invites qualifying students from Johannesburg communities to apply for the Student Internship Programme 2026.
Internship application closing date: 21 July 2026
Internship location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Applicants must meet the qualification and residency requirements listed in the official advertisement.
Click here to apply for City of Johannesburg Student Internships 2026
5. Eskom YES Learnerships and Internships 2026
Eskom invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service Programme 2026 at various power stations and offices.
More than 128 opportunities are available for young people with Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification.
Age requirement: 18 to 34 years
Programme duration: 12 months
Application closing dates: 21 to 29 July 2026
Programme locations: Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Free State
Applicants looking for opportunities closing by 22 July should prioritise the following:
- Medupi Power Station: 21 July 2026
- Matla Power Station: 22 July 2026
Other Eskom YES opportunities remain open until between 23 and 29 July 2026.
Click here to apply for Eskom YES Learnerships and Internships 2026
6. CIPC Graduate Internships 2026
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its 24-month Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Successful interns will receive a stipend of R12 000 per month.
Monthly stipend: R12 000
Programme duration: 24 months
Internship application closing dates: 16, 20, 21 and 22 July 2026
Internship location: CIPC Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, Gauteng
The remaining opportunities include registry, facilities, security and safety-related internships, depending on the applicable closing date.
Click here to apply for CIPC Graduate Internships 2026
Summary of Closing Dates
| Opportunity | Closing date |
|---|---|
| Gert Sibande TVET College Internships | 20 July 2026 at 10:00 |
| Xhariep District Municipality Finance Internship | 20 July 2026 at 16:00 |
| AFGRI Work Integrated Learning Programme | 21 July 2026 |
| City of Johannesburg Student Internships | 21 July 2026 |
| Eskom Medupi YES Programme | 21 July 2026 |
| Eskom Matla YES Programme | 22 July 2026 |
| CIPC Graduate Internships | Up to 22 July 2026 |
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Depending on the programme, applicants may need:
- An updated CV
- A certified South African identity document
- Certified copies of qualifications
- A complete academic record
- Proof of residence
- Proof of registration or a workplace-training letter
- Additional documents requested in the official advertisement
Applicants should ensure that all uploaded or submitted documents are clear and complete.
Important Application Advice
Apply only for opportunities that match your qualification and personal circumstances.
Check the closing time carefully, as some programmes close during the morning or at 16:00. Online applications should be submitted early to avoid last-minute technical problems.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.