The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation (DCSR) invites suitably qualified South African unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme for 2026–2028.
This 24-month internship programme is aimed at providing structured work experience and exposure to graduates who have never participated in an internship within a government or state institution.
Graduate Internship Programme Overview
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
- Department: Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation
- Duration: 24 months (2026–2028)
- Total Opportunities: 131 posts
- Stipend: R94 326 per annum
- Closing Date: 30 January 2026
- Target Group: Unemployed South African graduates
- Equity: Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Important Application Notes (Read Carefully)
- Applications must be submitted on the NEW prescribed Z83 application form
- Only the Z83 form and CV must be submitted at application stage
- Certified supporting documents will be required only from shortlisted candidates
- One post per application form
- Applications must be submitted in PDF format (maximum size 5MB)
- Email subject line must clearly state Post Name and Reference Number
- Applications sent to the wrong email address will not be considered
- Late or non-compliant applications will be automatically disqualified
Shortlisted candidates will:
- Undergo two pre-entry assessments (technical/practical and integrity assessment)
- Be subjected to criminal record, qualification, citizenship and reference checks
Internship Posts Available
Human Resource Management and Development
- Post 01/189 – Ref: DCSR/01/2026 (x2)
Centre: Head Office - Post 01/190 – Ref: DCSR/02/2026 (x1)
Centre: Gert Sibande Regional Office - Post 01/191 – Ref: DCSR/03/2026 (x1)
Centre: Nkangala Regional Office
Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management/Development
Planning and Programme Management
- Post 01/192 – Ref: DCSR/04/2026 (x2)
Centre: Head Office
Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Strategic Management or related field
Legal Services
- Post 01/193 – Ref: DCSR/05/2026 (x1)
Centre: Head Office
Qualification: LLB Degree or BCom Law
Employee Health and Wellness
- Post 01/194 – Ref: DCSR/06/2026 (x1)
Centre: Head Office
Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Social Work
Communications
- Publication & Production
Post 01/195 – Ref: DCSR/07/2026 (x1)
Qualification: Graphic Design - Media Liaison
Post 01/196 – Ref: DCSR/08/2026 (x1)
Qualification: Communication / Journalism / Public Relations
Language Services
- Post 01/197 – Ref: DCSR/09/2026 (x1)
Qualification: Language Practice (Major in IsiNdebele)
Archives and Oral History
- Archives
Post 01/198 – Ref: DCSR/10/2026 (x3)
Qualification: Bachelor of Information Science (Archives & Records Management) - Oral History
Post 01/199 – Ref: DCSR/11/2026 (x3)
Qualification: Indigenous Knowledge Systems / Anthropology / History
Supply Chain Management and Finance
- SCM (Head Office)
Post 01/200 – Ref: DCSR/12/2026 (x2) - SCM (Nkangala)
Post 01/204 – Ref: DCSR/16/2026 (x1) - Budget
Post 01/201 – Ref: DCSR/13/2026 (x1) - Salaries
Post 01/202 – Ref: DCSR/14/2026 (x1) - Expenditure
Post 01/203 – Ref: DCSR/15/2026 (x1)
Qualifications: Supply Chain Management / Asset Management / Logistics / Accounting / Financial Management
Heritage, Museums, Sport and Arts
- Heritage & Museum Services (Head Office)
Post 01/205 – Ref: DCSR/17/2026 (x1) - Heritage & Museum Services (Pilgrims Rest)
Post 01/206 – Ref: DCSR/18/2026 (x1)
Qualification: Heritage Resource Management / Archaeology / Anthropology / Paleontology
Sport and Recreation
- Ehlanzeni – Post 01/207 (x1)
- Nkangala – Post 01/208 (x2)
- Gert Sibande – Post 01/209 (x1)
Qualification: Sport Management or Sport Science
Arts and Culture
- Gert Sibande – Post 01/210 (x1)
- Nkangala – Post 01/211 (x1)
Qualification: Visual Arts & Crafts / Performing Arts / Fine Arts
How to Apply
Applications must be hand delivered or emailed to the correct centre-specific email address as indicated for each post.
For full details of posts, application addresses and requirements:
👉 Click here to view full details and apply:
https://dcsr.mpg.gov.za
Closing Date
30 January 2026
If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Final Note
The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation is an equal opportunity employer committed to Employment Equity. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
This programme offers graduates a valuable opportunity to gain practical government work experience, professional mentorship, and a strong foundation for future employment.