The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026/2028 (24 months).
Internship Application Closing Date: 06 February 2026 at 12h00
Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Duration: 24 Months
Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
This programme is aimed at providing practical workplace experience to young graduates who wish to build careers in the public sector, particularly in arts, culture, heritage, sport, administration, finance, ICT, and related fields.
Available Internship Opportunities
Intern: National Archives and Film Archives (Ref No: 01/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Archival Studies, Museum, Heritage, History, Library & Information Science, Media Studies, IT, Sound, Film & Television, Book & Paper Conservation, or related fields.
Intern: Heritage Promotion and Preservation (Ref No: 02/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Museums & Heritage Studies, History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or related fields.
Intern: National Language Services (Ref No: 03/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Language Planning, Terminology Development, Translation & Editing, Human Language Technology, South African Sign Language Interpreting, or related fields.
Intern: Cultural Development (Ref No: 04/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Dramatic Arts, Fine Arts, Motion Picture & Media Studies, or related fields.
Intern: Entity Oversight and Interface (Ref No: 05/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration, Corporate Governance, Monitoring & Evaluation, Financial Management, Public Finance, Audit, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, or related fields.
Intern: International Cooperation and Donor Coordination (Ref No: 06/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in International Relations, Politics, or related fields.
Intern: Human Resource Management (Ref No: 07/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management, Public Administration/Management, or related fields.
Intern: Social Cohesion & Nation Building (Ref No: 08/2026) – x2 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Social Sciences with majors in Sociology, History, Anthropology, Economics, Education, Gender Studies, Religious Studies, or related fields.
Intern: Risk Management (Ref No: 09/2026) – x2 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Risk Management, Accounting, Commerce, Auditing, Data Science (Data Analytics), Project Management, or related fields.
Intern: Financial Administration / Management (Ref No: 10/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
Intern: Supply Chain Management (Ref No: 11/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management, Logistics Management, or related fields.
Intern: Communications and Marketing (Ref No: 12/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Communication & Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, or related fields.
Intern: Information and Communication Technology (Ref No: 13/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Technology, Software Development, Web & Application Development, or related fields.
Intern: Legal Services (Ref No: 14/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: BProc or LLB degree as recognised by SAQA.
Intern: Internal Audit (Ref No: 15/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Information Systems, Computer Science, Auditing, or related fields.
Intern: Strategic Management and Planning (Ref No: 16/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration/Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, Strategic Management, Knowledge Management, Auditing, Commerce, or related fields.
Intern: Infrastructure (Ref No: 17/2026) – x3 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in the Built Environment or related fields.
Intern: Active and Winning Nations (Ref No: 18/2026) – x6 Posts
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Sports Management, Recreation Management, Sports Science, BSc Biokinetics, or related fields.
Intern: Security and Work Environment (Ref No: 19/2026) – x1 Post
Requirements: Degree or National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration, Accounting, or related fields.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Internships 2026/2028:
👉 https://erecruit.dsac.gov.za/public/login_test.php
Applicants must:
- Create a user profile on the DSAC e-Recruitment system
- Complete all required personal information
- Fully complete the electronic Z83 form on the system
- Apply online before the closing date
Important Notes:
- Supporting documents are required only from shortlisted candidates
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
- All internships are based in Pretoria
- The Department does not provide accommodation or transport
- The e-Recruitment system is accessible via computers and smartphones
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only
Applicants without access to internet facilities may contact the Department to make an appointment to apply at the Department’s offices.
Enquiries
Contact Persons:
- Ms Emelda Baloyi – Tel: (012) 441 3602
- Mr Mbudzeni Mashapha – Tel: (012) 441 3524
- Mr Mamoshane Mashabela – Tel: (012) 304 3031