The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture invites unemployed South African graduates living with disabilities to apply for the Graduate Development Programme 2026/2028.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Internship Location: Durban and Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
KZNDSAC Graduate Development Programme 2026/2028
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is recruiting unemployed graduates for its 24-month Graduate Development Programme.
The programme will provide successful applicants with practical workplace exposure related to their academic qualifications.
Applications for the advertised opportunities are limited to graduates living with disabilities.
Internship Programme Overview
Department: KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
Programme: Graduate Development Programme 2026/2028
Contract duration: 24 months
Monthly stipend: R8 174.75
Target group: Unemployed graduates living with disabilities
Age requirement: 18 to 35 years
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Closing date: 28 August 2026
Application methods: Hand delivery or post
Available Internship Opportunities
| Internship area | Reference number | Qualification | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office of the Head of Department | DSAC INT 01/2026 | Degree in Development Studies | Durban and Pietermaritzburg |
| Financial Management Services | DSAC INT 02/2026 | Degree or National Diploma in Accounting or Budget Services | Pietermaritzburg |
Applicants must use the correct reference number for the internship they are applying for.
Office of the Head of Department Internship
Reference number: DSAC INT 01/2026
Required qualification: Degree in Development Studies
Placement locations: Durban and Pietermaritzburg
Contract duration: 24 months
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
This opportunity is suitable for graduates with a completed Development Studies degree who meet all the general programme requirements.
Financial Management Services Internship
Reference number: DSAC INT 02/2026
Required qualification: Degree or three-year National Diploma in Accounting or Budget Services
Placement location: Pietermaritzburg
Contract duration: 24 months
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must hold a completed qualification relevant to Accounting or Budget Services.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African graduates.
- Reside within KwaZulu-Natal.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be unemployed.
- Be persons living with disabilities.
- Hold a relevant degree or three-year National Diploma.
- Have no previous work experience in the relevant field of study.
- Not have previously participated in a government internship programme.
- Be available for the full 24-month programme.
Applications from candidates who do not meet the disability requirement may not be considered because the opportunities are limited to applicants living with disabilities.
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must hold the qualification specified for the selected internship.
For DSAC INT 01/2026, applicants need:
- A Degree in Development Studies.
For DSAC INT 02/2026, applicants need a Degree or National Diploma in:
- Accounting; or
- Budget Services.
Applicants should not apply using an unrelated qualification.
Internship Duration
Successful applicants will be appointed for:
24 months
The programme is offered as a fixed-term graduate internship.
The advertisement does not state that successful completion will lead to permanent employment.
Internship Stipend
Successful interns will receive:
R8 174.75 per month
The source does not specify additional benefits, accommodation, transport or relocation assistance.
Workplace Experience
The official information does not provide a detailed list of duties for each internship.
Depending on the placement, successful interns may receive exposure to departmental administration and work related to their qualifications.
Exact duties will be communicated by the department or the relevant placement unit.
Required Application Documents
Applications must include:
- A completed new Z83 Application Form, 2021 version.
- A recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
- Proof of residential address.
- Clear details of the qualification relevant to the application.
- The correct internship reference number.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of supporting documents before or on the interview date.
Applicants should therefore not submit unnecessary certified documents unless the official advertisement specifically instructs them to do so.
Foreign Qualifications
Applicants with qualifications obtained outside South Africa must provide a South African Qualifications Authority evaluation certificate.
The certificate must indicate the qualification’s recognised National Qualifications Framework level.
How to Apply for KZNDSAC Graduate Internships 2026/2028
Applications must be completed on the new Z83 form and accompanied by a comprehensive CV and proof of residential address.
Applicants must clearly indicate the relevant reference number:
- DSAC INT 01/2026: Office of the Head of Department
- DSAC INT 02/2026: Financial Management Services
Applications may be submitted by hand or post.
Faxed and emailed applications will not be accepted.
Application Address
Applications may be submitted to the relevant district offices, including:
- Amajuba
- uThukela
- uMzinyathi
- eThekwini Metro
- iLembe
- Harry Gwala
- Ugu
- uMgungundlovu
- King Cetshwayo
- uMkhanyakude
Applicants may also use the following departmental address:
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
171 Boshoff Street
Pietermaritzburg
3200
The supplied information does not include the individual postal or physical addresses for every district office.
Applications Not Accepted
The department will not accept applications submitted by:
- Fax
Late applications will also not be considered.
Applicants should ensure that hand-delivered or posted applications reach the department before the closing date.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
28 August 2026
Applicants should submit their applications early and ensure that the correct reference number appears clearly on the Z83 form and CV.
Enquiries
Internship enquiries may be directed to:
Mrs T.N. Shongwe
Telephone: 033 341 3600
This contact is for enquiries about the programme and should not be used to email applications.
Important Application Conditions
Applicants should note that:
- The programme is restricted to persons living with disabilities.
- Applicants must live in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Previous government internship participants are not eligible.
- Applicants must not have previous work experience in their field of study.
- A completed relevant qualification is required.
- The new Z83 form must be used.
- Proof of residential address must be included.
- Certified documents will be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
- Faxed, emailed and late applications will not be considered.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You are unemployed.
- You are a person living with a disability.
- You have not previously participated in a government internship.
- You have no work experience in your field of study.
- Your qualification matches the selected internship.
- You completed the 2021 version of the Z83 form.
- Your CV is updated.
- Proof of residential address is attached.
- The correct reference number is clearly indicated.
- You submit your application by 28 August 2026.