The City of Johannesburg invites qualifying students in the Johannesburg community to apply for the Student Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 July 2026
Internship Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
About the City of Johannesburg Student Internship Programme 2026
The City of Johannesburg is offering a Student Internship opportunity through the Human Settlements Department.
This internship forms part of the City’s intervention to provide work-based training for students who need on-the-job exposure as a requirement for completing an academic qualification or obtaining experiential training after completing their studies.
The internship will run for a period not exceeding 18 months.
Internship Details
- Organisation: City of Johannesburg
- Circular: 019/2026
- Department: Human Settlements
- Directorate: Public Housing Programme Support
- Designation: Internship: Public Housing Programme Support
- Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein
- Duration: Not exceeding 18 months
- Remuneration: R10 109.86 per month, basic salary with no benefits
- Publication Date: 08 July 2026
- Closing Date: 21 July 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12, NQF Level 4
- National Diploma in Built Environment, NQF Level 6; and/or
- Bachelor’s Degree in Built Environment, NQF Level 7
- Confirmation letter from institution
- Must be a City of Johannesburg resident
- Must have never participated in an internship programme before
Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function
The successful intern will assist in the delivery of Human Settlements within the Cores of the City and the Corridors of Freedom.
The intern will also assist specialists in determining how plots of land and buildings should best be used within a community, and assist in project packaging and audits where required.
Key Learning Areas
The successful intern will gain exposure in:
- Coordination of procedural requirements related to the delivery of human settlements
- Project facilitation and management
- Administrative support within the unit
- Project management support
- Data analysis and input for policy and guideline changes
- Interpretation and implementation of Human Settlements policies, legislation and acts
Leading Competencies
Applicants should have the following competencies:
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- English language proficiency, reading and writing
- Good communication skills
- Coordination skills
- Presentation skills, verbal and written
- Conflict management skills
Core Competencies
Applicants should have basic knowledge of:
- Procurement processes
- Human Settlements policies and legislation
- Project management
Documents Required
Applicants must attach the following documents when applying online:
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified qualifications
- CV
- Confirmation letter from institution
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Employment Equity
The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer.
Appointments will be made in accordance with the City of Johannesburg Employment Equity Policy, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only.
Click here to apply for City of Johannesburg Student Internship Programme 2026
Applicants may also apply through the City of Johannesburg website:
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Enquiries
For enquiries only, contact:
Contact Person: Nomahlubi Masango
Tel: 011 061 3164
Important Notes
Applicants should note the following:
- Only online applications will be considered
- The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
- If no response is received within six weeks after the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful
- By applying, applicants consent to recruitment-related verification checks
- Shortlisted applicants may be subjected to credit record checks, CV validation, employment record verification, criminal checks and identity validation
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 21 July 2026.
Late applications may not be considered.