Free State Department of Human Settlements invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026 at 16:00
Internship Location: Free State, South Africa
Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026
The Free State Department of Human Settlements is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
A total of 37 internship posts are available across various directorates in Bloemfontein, Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Fezile Dabi District and Qwaqwa.
Successful candidates will be appointed on a 24-month contract and will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Internship Details
Department: Free State Department of Human Settlements
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026
Contract Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Number of Posts: 37
Closing Date: 31 July 2026 at 16:00
Application Method: Post, hand delivery or email
General Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens.
Applicants must originate from and reside in the Free State.
Applicants must be unemployed.
Applicants must have never participated in a Public Service Internship Programme before.
Applicants must meet the qualification requirements for the post they apply for.
Applicants must submit a completed and signed new Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents.
Available Internship Opportunities
Administrators: Affordable Housing
Reference Number: HS 01/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration, Office Administration or equivalent.
Enquiries: Ms L. Sefuli – 063 684 0482
Rental Tribunal
Reference Number: HS 02/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Law, LLB or equivalent.
Enquiries: Ms O. Seate – 060 991 9099
Administrator: Rental Tribunal
Reference Number: HS 03/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration or equivalent.
Enquiries: Ms O. Seate – 060 991 9099
Informal Settlements and Land Tenure
Reference Number: HS 04/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Law or LLB.
Enquiries: Ms M. Hleli – 084 403 9360
Informal Settlements and Land Tenure
Reference Number: HS 05/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Urban and Regional Planning, Spatial Planning, Human Settlements, Development Studies or Geography.
Enquiries: Ms M. Hleli – 084 403 9360
Housing Development and Planning
Reference Number: HS 06/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Urban, Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies.
Enquiries: Mr TJ Kumalo – 066 486 5393
Supply Chain Management: Asset Management
Reference Number: HS 07/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Ms N. Hokoane – 066 486 5402
Supply Chain Management: Bid Administration and Logistics Management
Reference Number: HS 08/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Ms K. Mthembu – 062 024 3858
Supply Chain Management: Demand and Performance Management
Reference Number: HS 09/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Ms B. Helepi – 073 315 3109
Information Technology
Reference Number: HS 10/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Information Technology or Computer Systems and Networks.
Enquiries: Ms M. Rapulungoane – 071 674 0372
Organisational Development
Reference Number: HS 11/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Human Resources Management, Operations Management or Public Management.
Enquiries: Mr Z. Koekoe – 060 971 5192
Financial and Budget Management: Salaries and Tax
Reference Number: HS 12/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Accounting or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Mr F. Labuschagne – 066 486 5361
Financial and Budget Management: Financial Control
Reference Number: HS 13/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Accounting or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Mr K. Mahamotse – 065 300 2031
Financial and Budget Management: Payment Authorisation
Reference Number: HS 14/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Accounting or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Mr A. Sishuba – 082 628 4848
Financial and Budget Management: Office of the Director
Reference Number: HS 15/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Accounting or Financial Management.
Enquiries: Mr T. Kotjomela – 079 122 2554
Internal Audit
Reference Number: HS 16/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Internal Auditing or Financial Information Systems.
Enquiries: Mr O. Themba – 066 486 8592
Skills Development
Reference Number: HS 17/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Human Resources Management or Human Resources Development.
Enquiries: Ms K. Thoabala – 079 211 2525
Human Resources Management
Reference Number: HS 18/2026
Number of Posts: 3
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Human Resources Management, Public Administration or Management.
Enquiries: Mr P. Soke – 066 477 4508
Corporate Communication
Reference Number: HS 19/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Corporate Communication or Media Studies.
Enquiries: Ms Z. Mbewu – 060 976 8683
Labour Relations
Reference Number: HS 20/2026
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Labour Relations or Human Resources Management.
Enquiries: Ms N. Leoela – 076 521 1421
Project Management Unit: District Services
Centres and References:
Thabo Mofutsanyana District – HS 21/2026
Fezile Dabi District – HS 22/2026
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Technical-related field.
Enquiries:
Mr M. Mohloki – 073 793 2790
Mr D. Maduna – 079 188 8446
Office Administration
Reference Number: HS 23/2026
Centre: Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Office Administration or Management.
Enquiries: Mr M. Mohloki – 073 793 2790
Security Management and Anti-Corruption
Reference Number: HS 24/2026
Centre: Bloemfontein
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Requirements: Grade 12 and a minimum qualification at NQF Level 6 in Policing or Forensic Analysis.
Enquiries: Mr K.I. Motitsoe – 062 298 0900
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
New Z83 application form.
Recent comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
Contactable referees with telephone numbers and email addresses.
Applicants must ensure that the Z83 form is fully completed, signed and initialled.
The application must clearly indicate the correct job title, centre and reference number.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026 by emailing your application to:
Email: recruit@fshs.gov.za
Applicants must specify the post name and reference number in the email subject line.
Applications may also be posted to:
Head: Human Resource Management Directorate
Human Settlements
P.O. Box 247
Bloemfontein
9300
Hand-delivered applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at:
OR Tambo House
St. Andrews Street
Bloemfontein
Ground Floor Security Foyer
No applications will be accepted by staff in offices.
The department does not accept applications via fax.
Important Notes
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form.
Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate.
Late applications will not be considered.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks.
These checks may include criminal record, financial checks, qualification verification, reference checks and employment verification.
Successful candidates will enter into a 24-month employment contract.
Successful candidates must sign a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment.
Successful candidates may be required to undergo security clearance within 3 months after appointment.
Closing Date
The closing date for Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026 is 31 July 2026 at 16:00.
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
Final Thoughts
The Free State Department of Human Settlements Graduate Internship Programme 2026 offers unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience in the public sector.
Graduates from the Free State with qualifications in administration, law, planning, finance, supply chain, IT, HR, communication, engineering and related fields should apply before 31 July 2026 at 16:00.