eThekwini Municipality invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Community-Based Social Media Internship (Work Integrated Learning) Programme 2026/2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 8 May 2026
Internship Location: eThekwini Municipality (Durban), KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
About the eThekwini Municipality Social Media Internship
The eThekwini Municipality Community-Based Social Media Internship is a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme designed for students who need practical workplace experience to complete their qualifications.
This 18-month programme combines:
- Academic WIL requirements
- Real-world municipal communication experience
- Community engagement exposure
It is especially valuable for students in communication-related fields who need structured workplace training to graduate.
Quick Overview
- Programme: Community-Based Social Media Internship (WIL)
- Duration: 18 Months
- Location: Durban (eThekwini Municipality jurisdiction)
- Application Method: Manual submission only
- Target Group: NEET youth (Not in Employment, Education or Training)
Fields of Study Accepted
Applicants must be studying towards or have studied:
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Communication
- Journalism
- Digital Marketing
- Related communication qualifications
What You Will Learn
This internship focuses on community-based communication and digital engagement.
You will gain experience in:
Community Communication
- Supporting awareness campaigns
- Preparing community notices
- Assisting outreach programmes
Digital Media Skills
- Managing social media content
- Drafting communication material
- Supporting online engagement
Stakeholder Engagement
- Working with ward councillors
- Participating in community meetings
- Supporting public participation initiatives
Administrative Support
- Compiling reports
- Organising campaign activities
- Supporting communication teams
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Reside within eThekwini Municipality
- Provide a Councillor confirmation letter
- Be unemployed (NEET requirement)
- Not currently studying or in training
- Submit a manual application only
Important Requirement: Councillor Confirmation Letter
Applicants must submit a letter from a ward councillor confirming:
- Your residential address
- Your ward and municipality
- Your eligibility within the programme
Without this document, your application may be disqualified.
Required Documents
Prepare the following:
- Certified copy of ID
- Academic transcript
- WIL placement letter from your institution
- Councillor confirmation letter
- Updated CV
- Municipal application form
Who Should Apply
This programme is ideal for:
- Students needing WIL to graduate
- Final-year marketing or communication students
- TVET students requiring workplace exposure
- Journalism and digital media students
- Youth without internship opportunities
How to Apply
Submit your application manually to:
Human Resources Centre of Excellence
21 Archie Gumede Street
Durban
4001
Important:
- No email or online applications accepted
- Late applications will not be considered
Enquiries
For more information, contact:
Thanda Xulu
- 031 322 7534
- 031 311 3018
- 031 311 3192
Why You Should Apply
- Complete your WIL requirement for graduation
- Gain real municipal communication experience
- Build skills in social media and public engagement
- Work on community development projects
- Improve your chances of future employment