The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) invites qualifying students residing in Johannesburg communities to apply for the Student Internship Circular 004/2026 within the Group Finance Department: Asset Management.
Internship Application Closing Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026
Internship Location: City of Johannesburg, 66 Jorissen Place, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
This internship programme is aimed at providing work-based training to students who require experiential learning as part of their academic qualification or post-qualification practical exposure. The City of Johannesburg remains committed to empowering youth through structured workplace training opportunities.
Internship Overview
- Department: Group Finance
- Branch: Core Financial Accounting
- Designation: Internship – Asset Management
- Duration: Not exceeding 18 months
- Stipend: R10 109,86 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits)
- Location: 66 Jorissen Place, Johannesburg
- Reference: Student Internship Circular 004/2026
This opportunity is strictly open to youth residing within Johannesburg communities who have never participated in an internship programme before, except where a previous internship was not related to their course of study.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- Degree or National Diploma in Accounting or related qualification (NQF Level 7/6)
- No prior work experience required
- Must be a City of Johannesburg resident
Primary Function
The intern will support the monitoring and review of accounting procedures relating to fixed assets within core departments. This includes capitalisation, transfers, disposal of assets, and ensuring compliance with asset management policies.
The role further involves:
- Ensuring accurate asset reporting and reconciliation
- Supporting asset note preparation
- Rendering advisory services to core departments on asset control and accounting procedures
Key Learning Areas
Interns will gain exposure to:
- Monitoring accounting procedures related to fixed assets
- Implementing control procedures and GRAP requirements
- Ensuring compliance with asset management policies
- Reviewing and processing transactions linked to financial statement preparation
- Supporting coordinated asset monitoring and accounting operations
Competencies Required
Leading Competencies
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel)
- Good communication skills
- Coordinating skills
Core Learning Competencies
- Basic knowledge of accounting concepts
- Understanding of Asset Management functions and processes
Important Information
- Only online applications will be considered
- Applicants must complete the online job application form and attach:
- Certified qualifications
- Certified ID copy
- Comprehensive CV
- Use Google Chrome when applying
- The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer
- The City reserves the right not to make an appointment
Applicants who do not receive feedback within six (6) weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to risk checks including:
- Credit record checks
- Criminal checks
- CV and employment verification
- Identity validation
How to Apply
👉 Click here to apply for the City of Johannesburg Student Internship Programme 2026 (Asset Management)
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Enquiries
Contact Person: Bonokwakhe Ngcobo
Tel: (011) 020 9968
Closing Date
Thursday, 19 February 2026