Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026–2028.
Internship Application Closing Date: 29 May 2026
Internship Location: Johannesburg, Pretoria and Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa
About the Internship Programme
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) is offering a 24-month Internship Programme for unemployed graduates who are seeking practical workplace experience in the public sector.
The programme aims to equip graduates with structured workplace exposure, professional development, and hands-on training relevant to their qualifications and placement areas.
Internship Duration and Stipend
- Duration: 24 Months
- Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Available Internship Opportunities
Financial Management Internship (X2 Posts)
Reference Number: FM2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Financial Management
- Accounting Science
Rural Development Internship (X1 Post)
Reference Number: RD2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Developmental Studies
- Related qualification
Record Management Internship (X1 Post)
Reference Number: RM2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Archives and Records Management
- Library and Information Science
- Related qualification
Agro-Processing Internship (X1 Post)
Reference Number: AP2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Food Technology
- Food Science
- Related qualification
Agricultural Engineering Internship (X1 Post)
Reference Number: RTDS 2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Degree in:
- Agricultural Engineering
- Related qualification
Animal Health Internship (X2 Posts)
Reference Number: AH2026/01
Location: Pretoria
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Animal Health
- Related qualification
Animal Health Internship (X2 Posts)
Reference Number: AH2026/02
Location: Germiston
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Animal Health
- Related qualification
Land Care Internship (X1 Post)
Reference Number: EES2026
Location: Head Office, Johannesburg
Required Qualification:
- Diploma/Degree in:
- Project Management
- Public Management
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful interns will:
- Receive structured workplace exposure and training
- Participate in workplace projects and activities
- Assist experienced professionals within their departments
- Participate in capacity-building initiatives
- Gain practical experience aligned to their field of study
General Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African graduates
- Hold a completed National Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree or Honour’s Degree
- Not have previously participated in a Public Service internship programme
- Have qualifications from accredited higher learning institutions
Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment promotes representativity in terms of:
- Race
- Gender
- Disability
Important Application Instructions
Applications must:
- Be submitted using the new Z83 application form
- Include:
- Fully completed Z83 form
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Be submitted as one PDF attachment
- Quote the relevant reference number in the email subject line
Please note:
- JPEG or picture applications will not be accepted
- Certified copies of qualifications are not required during application
- Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified documents
How to Apply
Applications should be emailed to:
GDARDInternship@gauteng.gov.za
Enquiries
Contact Person: Ms. Thandiwe Tsutsu
Telephone: (011) 240 2586
Important Notes
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo suitability and integrity assessments.
- Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
- The internship programme is non-renewable.