The Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury, in partnership with the Finance and Accounting Services Sector Education and Training Authority (FASSET), invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27.
Internship Application Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 23:59
Internship Location: Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury Head Office, Mpumalanga, South Africa
South African graduates searching for meaningful workplace experience now have a powerful opportunity to launch their careers in the public sector. This 12-month internship programme is designed to equip unemployed graduates residing in Mpumalanga with practical skills, professional exposure, and real government work experience aligned with finance, auditing, and technology careers.
If you recently completed your diploma or degree and are struggling to secure your first job, this internship could be the stepping stone that transforms your career path.
Internship Overview
- Programme: Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27
- Duration: 12 Months
- Stipend: R6 500 per month
- Location: Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury Head Office
- Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 23:59
- Age Requirement: 18 – 35 years
- Application Method: Online via Provincial E-Recruitment Portal
- Target Group: Unemployed graduates residing in Mpumalanga Province
Fields of Study Available
The internship programme targets graduates from specific academic disciplines linked to Treasury operations.
Internal Audit
Reference Number: MPT21/INT/2026
Qualification Required: Internal Auditing
Interns will gain exposure to:
- Risk management processes
- Compliance auditing
- Internal control systems
- Government auditing frameworks
This stream is ideal for graduates aiming to become Internal Auditors, Risk Officers, or Compliance Specialists.
Financial Management / Accounting
Reference Number: MPT20/INT/2026
Qualifications Accepted:
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Cost & Management Accounting
- Public Finance
Interns will gain experience in:
- Budget monitoring
- Financial reporting
- Expenditure analysis
- Public finance systems
Career paths include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Government Finance Officer, and Supply Chain Practitioner.
Information Technology
Reference Number: MPT22/INT/2026
Qualifications Accepted:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
IT interns may assist with:
- Systems support
- Data management
- Digital governance systems
- Technical troubleshooting
This stream prepares graduates for careers in public-sector digital transformation and IT administration.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria:
- Be unemployed
- Be aged between 18 and 35 years
- Be a South African citizen
- Reside within Mpumalanga Province
- Have NOT previously participated in:
- Work Integrated Learning
- Learnership programmes
- Government internship programmes
- Hold a qualification obtained from a public higher education institution:
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6)
- Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7)
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 8)
- Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9)
Monthly Stipend
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R6 500.
While the internship does not guarantee permanent employment, it significantly improves employability prospects by providing hands-on experience in a government environment.
Required Documents
Applicants will typically need to upload:
- South African ID copy
- Updated CV
- Certified qualification certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of residence (if requested)
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Mpumalanga Treasury & FASSET Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27:
👉 https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za/
Applicants must:
- Register or create a user profile on the portal.
- Upload all required documents.
- Select the correct internship reference number.
- Submit the application before 13 March 2026 at 23:59.
Applications submitted after the deadline are automatically disqualified, so early application is strongly recommended.
Why You Should Apply
- Gain 12 months of real government work experience
- Earn a monthly stipend
- Build professional networks
- Strengthen your CV
- Improve your chances of permanent employment
If you are a graduate living in Mpumalanga and looking to break into finance, auditing, or IT within the public sector, this is an opportunity you should not miss.