North West Department of Community Safety and Transport Management invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27.
Internship Application Closing Date: 17 July 2026 at 16:00
Internship Location: Mahikeng, North West, South Africa
North West Community Safety and Transport Management Graduate Internships 2026/27
The North West Department of Community Safety and Transport Management has opened applications for its 2026/27 Graduate Internship Programme.
This internship programme gives unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience within the public sector.
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75 for a period of 24 months.
A total of 50 internship opportunities are available across various directorates.
Internship Details
Department: North West Department of Community Safety and Transport Management
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27
Position: Graduate Interns
Duration: 24 months
Monthly Stipend: R8 174.75
Number of Posts: 50
Location: Head Office, Mahikeng, North West
Application Method: Email or hand delivery
Email Address: cstmtraining@nwpg.gov.za
Closing Date: 17 July 2026 at 16:00
Who Should Apply?
This internship programme is aimed at young South African graduates between the ages of 18 and 35.
Graduates from fields such as Law, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Internal Auditing, Transport Management, Human Resources, Communications, Social Sciences and related fields are encouraged to apply.
The programme is suitable for graduates who have completed their studies and need workplace exposure related to their qualifications.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens.
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
Applicants must have completed their studies.
Applicants must possess the relevant qualification for the internship they are applying for.
Applicants must be unemployed.
Applicants must not have participated in a government internship programme previously.
Applicants who have previously participated in any government internship programme will not be considered.
Important Note for Applicants Without Certificates
Applicants who have not yet received their qualification certificates may submit:
Academic transcripts.
Official confirmation letter from the institution confirming completion of studies.
Available Internship Opportunities
Ref No. 01/2026: Legal Services
Number of Posts: 3
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor Degree in Law.
National Diploma in Paralegal Studies.
LLB.
Ref No. 02/2026: Strategic Support Services ICT
Number of Posts: 3
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor Degree in Information Technology.
National Diploma in Information Technology.
Information Communication Technology.
Ref No. 03/2026: Supply Chain Management
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management.
National Diploma in Supply Chain Management.
Purchasing.
Logistics.
Financial Management.
Ref No. 04/2026: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Public Administration.
Management.
Monitoring and Evaluation.
Policy Studies.
Social Sciences.
Ref No. 05/2026: Risk and Integrity
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Accounting.
Internal Auditing.
BTech Internal Auditing.
BCom Auditing.
BCom Law.
Auditing.
Ref No. 06/2026: Transport Planning and Policy Development
Number of Posts: 2
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Transport Economics.
Transport Management.
Ref No. 07/2026: Public Transport Service
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Transport Economics.
Transport Planning.
Transport Management.
Ref No. 08/2026: Crime Prevention
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include:
Bachelor’s Degree.
National Diploma in Social Science.
Developmental Studies.
Ref No. 09/2026: Monitoring and Oversight
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in:
Law.
Paralegal Studies.
Policing.
Criminology.
Social Science.
Ref No. 10/2026: Internal Control
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
BCom Accounting.
BCom Auditing.
Internal Auditing.
BTech Internal Auditing.
Ref No. 11/2026: Transport Management
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Transport Management.
Transport Economics.
Ref No. 12/2026: Human Resource Management
Number of Posts: 3
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Human Resource Management.
Public Administration.
Bachelor of Business Administration.
Industrial Psychology.
Ref No. 13/2026: Communications
Number of Posts: 4
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Public Relations.
Marketing and Communications.
Journalism.
Corporate Communications.
Ref No. 14/2026: Transport Terminals
Number of Posts: 2
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Transport Management.
Transport Economics.
Ref No. 15/2026: Finance Management
Number of Posts: 3
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Financial Management.
Financial Accounting.
Budget Management.
Public Finance Management.
Personnel Expenditure.
Ref No. 15/2026: Gender Focal Point
Number of Posts: 1
Required qualifications include a National Diploma or Degree in:
Public Administration.
Management.
Social Science.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
Fully completed and signed Z83 Application Form.
Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Three contactable references.
Relevant qualification details reflected in the CV.
Applicants should not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or identity documents when applying.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified supporting documents.
How to apply
Submit your application via email or hand delivery.
Email Applications: cstmtraining@nwpg.gov.za
Applications may also be posted to:
Director: Human Resource Management
Department of Community Safety and Transport Management
Private Bag X19
Mmabatho
2735
Hand delivery applications must be submitted to:
Department of Community Safety and Transport Management
1st Floor
Tirelo Building
Albert Luthuli Drive
Mahikeng
Office Numbers:
Enquiries
For enquiries, applicants may contact the department on:
018 200 8279.
018 200 8252.
018 200 8247.
018 200 8277.
018 200 8264.
018 200 8263.
Important Notes
Applications must be submitted on the official Z83 Application Form.
Applicants must ensure that the Z83 form is fully completed and signed.
Applicants must submit a detailed CV with three contactable references.
Applicants who previously participated in a government internship programme will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date and time.
Closing Date
The closing date for the North West Community Safety and Transport Management Graduate Internship Programme 2026/27 is 17 July 2026 at 16:00.
Late applications may not be considered.
Final Thoughts
The North West Community Safety and Transport Management Graduate Internships 2026/27 offer valuable workplace experience for unemployed graduates across various fields.
Graduates in Law, ICT, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Transport Management, Human Resources, Communications and related fields should apply before 17 July 2026 at 16:00.