Western Cape Department of Health invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Pharmacist Internship 2025/2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 12 December 2025
Internship Duration: 12 Months
Internship Location: Medicine Management, Bloods & Labs – Mitchell’s Plain Community Health Centre, Western Cape
Salary: R440 226 per annum
Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is offering a 12-month Pharmacist Internship opportunity for suitably qualified graduates registered with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC). This internship provides comprehensive workplace exposure in pharmaceutical care, medicine supply management, public health promotion, and adherence to regulatory standards.
This placement is ideal for passionate, detail-oriented graduates eager to strengthen their practical experience under the supervision of experienced pharmacists in a high-performance healthcare environment.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A basic qualification accredited by the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) permitting registration as a Pharmacist Intern
- Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist Intern (or proof of application & payment if pending)
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of Pharmacy legislation & National/Provincial Health Policies
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- High level of professionalism and ethical conduct
Note:
Applicants awaiting registration may apply only if they can provide proof of application and payment to SAPC on or before the interview date.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, interns will:
- Provide Pharmaceutical Care, including prescription evaluation, dispensing medication, and patient counselling
- Ensure effective medicine supply management: procurement, storage, distribution, and quality control
- Maintain adherence to Pharmacy policies, procedures, and expenditure control
- Assist in training and education of pharmacy personnel and other healthcare workers
- Support public health promotion initiatives
- Demonstrate commitment to Quality Management, including compliance with Good Pharmacy Practice, OH&S standards, and Regulated Norms and Standards
- Display leadership by taking initiative and assisting in solving operational challenges
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following with their online application:
- Comprehensive CV
- Three (3) referee letters
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate
- Certified copy of Identity Document
- University academic record (3 years)
- SAPC student registration certificate
Note:
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams.
Accommodation will not be provided for interns.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Western Cape Department of Health Pharmacist Internship 2025/2026
👉 Apply Online
(Select “Online Applications”)
Enquiries
Mr L. Liddell
📞 Tel: (021) 815 8878
Internship Closing Date
12 December 2025
Late applications will not be accepted.