The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Dates: 16, 20, 21 and 22 July 2026
Internship Location: CIPC Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2026
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission, a member of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, is offering 15 graduate internship opportunities across registry services, information technology, safety, security and strategic communication.
The structured programme will run for 24 months, with successful candidates receiving a monthly stipend of R12 000. Interns will be based at the CIPC offices in Sunnyside, Pretoria.
The official CIPC recruitment platform lists internship opportunities and allows applicants to submit their applications online.
CIPC Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Companies and Intellectual Property Commission
Abbreviation: CIPC
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026
Number of positions: 15
Duration: 24 months
Monthly stipend: R12 000
Job grade: P12
Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria, Gauteng
Age requirement: 18 to 35 years
Application method: Online application
Closing dates: 16, 20, 21 and 22 July 2026
Available CIPC Graduate Internships
The following graduate internship opportunities are available:
1. Application Management Graduate Internships
Reference number: CIP260629-1
Number of positions: Four
Business unit: Business Intelligence and Systems
Division: ICT Strategy, Planning and Architecture
Closing date: 16 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have completed one of the following:
- National Diploma in Information Technology, specialising in Software Development
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
- Another relevant Software Development qualification
This opportunity is suitable for unemployed IT and Computer Science graduates interested in gaining practical experience within CIPC’s technology environment.
2. Strategic Communication Graduate Internships
Reference number: CIP260703-1
Number of positions: Two
Division: Client Engagement and Channel
Closing date: 16 July 2026
The official CIPC recruitment platform lists the Strategic Communication internship under its Marketing and Communication opportunities.
Required qualification
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:
- Media Studies
- Communication
- Journalism
- Public Relations
3. Facilities and Security Graduate Internship
Reference number: CIP260703-2
Number of positions: One
Department: Security and Facilities
Closing date: 20 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have a diploma or bachelor’s degree in one of the following:
- Security Management
- Policing
- Correctional Services
- Forensic Investigation
4. Registry Internship: Office Administration
Reference number: CIP260706-3
Number of positions: One
Business unit: Corporate Services
Division: Corporate Registers
Department: Security and Facilities
Closing date: 21 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have completed a:
- National Diploma in Office Administration
5. Registry Internships: Records Management and Archival Studies
Reference number: CIP260706-2
Number of positions: Two
Business unit: Corporate Services
Division: Corporate Registers
Closing date: 21 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have a National Diploma or degree in:
- Records Management
- Archival Studies
6. Registry Internships: Law
Reference number: CIP260706-1
Number of positions: Two
Business unit: Corporate Services
Division: Corporate Registers
Closing date: 21 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have completed an:
- Advanced Diploma in Law
Applicants should check the complete listing on the recruitment platform to confirm whether equivalent or higher law qualifications will be considered.
7. Safety Graduate Internship
Reference number: CIP260708-2
Number of positions: One
Department: Security and Facilities
Closing date: 22 July 2026
Required qualification
Applicants must have a diploma or bachelor’s degree in:
- Safety Management
- Environmental Health
Summary of Available Positions
| Internship programme | Positions | Closing date |
|---|---|---|
| Application Management | 4 | 16 July 2026 |
| Strategic Communication | 2 | 16 July 2026 |
| Facilities and Security | 1 | 20 July 2026 |
| Registry: Office Administration | 1 | 21 July 2026 |
| Registry: Records Management or Archival Studies | 2 | 21 July 2026 |
| Registry: Law | 2 | 21 July 2026 |
| Safety Management or Environmental Health | 1 | 22 July 2026 |
| Total | 13 | — |
Based on the vacancies supplied, these seven listings provide 13 positions. Applicants should review the live CIPC portal for any additional opportunities or changes before applying.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is intended for applicants who meet the following conditions:
- They are South African citizens.
- They are unemployed.
- They are between 18 and 35 years old.
- They have completed the qualification required for their selected internship.
- They have not gained relevant work experience in their field of study.
- They have never previously participated in an internship programme.
- They are available to complete the full 24-month programme.
Applicants should apply only for positions that match their completed qualifications.
Monthly Stipend and Programme Duration
Successful applicants will receive a stipend of R12 000 per month.
The internship will run for 24 months, and successful candidates will be required to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement before commencing the programme.
The internship provides unemployed graduates with an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge, develop workplace skills and gain practical public-sector experience.
Documents Required
Applicants must upload the following documents:
- An updated CV
- A copy of their South African identity document
- A copy of the relevant completed qualification
- Proof of SAQA evaluation where the qualification was obtained outside South Africa
- Any additional supporting documents requested in the vacancy listing
For some opportunities, applicants are instructed to combine or compress their CV, identity document and qualification into one document.
Failure to upload the required documents may result in automatic disqualification.
How to Apply for CIPC Graduate Internships 2026
Applications must be submitted through the official CIPC online recruitment platform.
Click here to apply for CIPC Graduate Internships 2026
Applicants must:
- Visit the CIPC recruitment portal.
- Register a new candidate profile or sign in.
- Search for the relevant internship title or reference number.
- Open the vacancy and confirm the qualification requirements.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required CV, identity document and qualification.
- Submit the application before the applicable closing date.
The official CIPC vacancies page directs applicants to its online recruitment platform to browse available jobs and apply.
Applications Not Accepted
CIPC will not consider applications submitted through the following methods:
- Fax
- Post
- Hand delivery
All applications must be completed through the online recruitment system.
Important Closing Dates
Applicants should pay close attention to the separate closing dates:
- Application Management: 16 July 2026
- Strategic Communication: 16 July 2026
- Facilities and Security: 20 July 2026
- Registry internships: 21 July 2026
- Safety internship: 22 July 2026
The Application Management and Strategic Communication opportunities close on Thursday, 16 July 2026, so applicants interested in these programmes should submit their applications immediately.
Selection and Verification
CIPC may conduct the following checks during the recruitment process:
- South African citizenship verification
- Qualification verification
- Criminal-record checks
- Background verification
- SAQA verification of foreign qualifications
Shortlisted applicants must be available for interviews on the date, at the time and at the location determined by CIPC.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive feedback.
Employment Equity
CIPC is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer.
Preference may be given to candidates whose appointments will improve representation in line with the organisation’s approved Employment Equity Plan.
CIPC also reserves the right not to fill an advertised position.
Recruitment Enquiries
Applicants experiencing difficulties with the online application process may contact the CIPC Recruitment Office:
Telephone: 087 743 7074
Telephone: 087 743 7075
Telephone: 087 743 7081
Telephone: 087 743 7197
Telephone: 087 260 1554
About CIPC
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission is a national public entity responsible for company registrations, intellectual-property registrations, corporate compliance and the maintenance of business-related registers in South Africa.
Through its internship programme, CIPC provides unemployed graduates with structured workplace experience that complements their completed academic studies.