The Free State Department of Human Settlements invites unemployed South African graduates residing in the Free State to apply for 38 Graduate Internship Programme opportunities for 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00
Internship Locations: Bloemfontein, Qwaqwa, Sasolburg and Welkom, Free State, South Africa
Free State Human Settlements Internship Programme 2026
The Free State Department of Human Settlements is offering 38 graduate internship opportunities across several professional and administrative fields.
The programme is aimed at unemployed South African citizens who originate from and reside in the Free State. Applicants must hold the qualification specified for the position and must never have participated in a Public Service internship programme before.
Successful candidates will be appointed on 24-month contracts and will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Internship Programme Overview
Department: Free State Department of Human Settlements
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026
Number of opportunities: 38
Contract duration: 24 months
Monthly stipend: R8 174.75
Target group: Unemployed Free State graduates
Closing date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00
Application methods: Email, post or hand delivery
Province: Free State
Available Internship Opportunities
| Internship field | Reference number | Posts | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology District Services | HS 001/2026 | 2 | Bloemfontein |
| Project Management Unit District Services | HS 002/2026 to HS 006/2026 | 15 | Qwaqwa, Sasolburg, Welkom and Bloemfontein |
| Office Administration District Services | HS 007/2026 to HS 011/2026 | 10 | Qwaqwa, Sasolburg, Welkom and Bloemfontein |
| Administrators: Affordable Housing | HS 012/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Rental Tribunal | HS 013/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Housing Development and Planning | HS 014/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Supply Chain Management | HS 015/2026 | 2 | Bloemfontein |
| Financial and Budget Management | HS 016/2026 | 2 | Bloemfontein |
| Internal Audit | HS 017/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Human Resources Management | HS 018/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Corporate Communication | HS 019/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
| Labour Relations | HS 020/2026 | 1 | Bloemfontein |
Information Technology Internships
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Information Technology District Services
Reference number: HS 001/2026
Number of posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Information Technology, Computer Systems or Networks.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms M. Rapulungoane
Telephone: 060 960 0020
Project Management Unit Internships
The department is offering 15 Project Management Unit internship opportunities across five districts.
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- An NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical field.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Available placements are:
- Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa: 3 posts, reference HS 002/2026.
- Fezile Dabi District, Sasolburg: 3 posts, reference HS 003/2026.
- Lejweleputswa District, Welkom: 3 posts, reference HS 004/2026.
- Mangaung District, Bloemfontein: 3 posts, reference HS 005/2026.
- Xhariep District, Bloemfontein: 3 posts, reference HS 006/2026.
Project Management Unit Enquiries
Thabo Mofutsanyana District: Mr M. Mohloki – 066 477 4675
Fezile Dabi District: Mr D. Maduna – 079 188 8446
Lejweleputswa District: Mr Mofutsanyana – 063 695 3165
Mangaung District: Mr Mokoena – 066 476 2730
Xhariep District: Ms Ngwenya – 072 779 9599
Office Administration Internships
The department is offering 10 Office Administration internship opportunities.
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration or Office Management.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Available placements are:
- Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa: 2 posts, reference HS 007/2026.
- Fezile Dabi District, Sasolburg: 2 posts, reference HS 008/2026.
- Lejweleputswa District, Welkom: 2 posts, reference HS 009/2026.
- Mangaung District, Bloemfontein: 2 posts, reference HS 010/2026.
- Xhariep District, Bloemfontein: 2 posts, reference HS 011/2026.
Office Administration Enquiries
Thabo Mofutsanyana District: Mr M. Mohloki – 066 477 4675
Fezile Dabi District: Mr D. Maduna – 079 188 8446
Lejweleputswa District: Mr Mofutsanyana – 063 695 3165
Mangaung District: Mr Mokoena – 066 476 2730
Xhariep District: Ms Ngwenya – 072 779 9599
Affordable Housing Administration Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Administrators – Affordable Housing
Reference number: HS 012/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Public Administration, Office Administration or an equivalent field.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms L. Sefuli
Telephone: 063 684 0482
Rental Tribunal Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Rental Tribunal
Reference number: HS 013/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Law, LLB or an equivalent qualification.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms O. Seate
Telephone: 060 991 9099
Housing Development and Planning Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Housing Development and Planning
Reference number: HS 014/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Urban Planning, Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Mr T.J. Kumalo
Telephone: 066 486 5393
Supply Chain Management Internships
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Supply Chain Management – Bid Administration and Logistics Management
Reference number: HS 015/2026
Number of posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management or Financial Management.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms K. Mthembu
Telephone: 062 024 3858
Financial and Budget Management Internships
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Financial and Budget Management – Salaries and Tax
Reference number: HS 016/2026
Number of posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Accounting or Financial Management.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Mr F. Labuschagne
Telephone: 066 486 5361
Internal Audit Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Internal Audit
Reference number: HS 017/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Internal Auditing or Financial Information Systems.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Mr M. Rathebe
Telephone: 082 815 6626
Human Resources Management Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Human Resources Management
Reference number: HS 018/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Resources Management, Public Administration or Management.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Mr P. Soke
Telephone: 066 477 4508
Corporate Communication Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Corporate Communication
Reference number: HS 019/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Corporate Communication or Media Studies.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms Z. Mbewu
Telephone: 060 976 8683
Labour Relations Internship
Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Labour Relations
Reference number: HS 020/2026
Number of posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12.
- A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Labour Relations or Human Resources Management.
- Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.
Enquiries: Ms N. Leoela
Telephone: 079 332 7771
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Originate from and currently reside in the Free State.
- Be unemployed.
- Hold Grade 12.
- Hold the qualification required for the selected internship.
- Never have participated in a Public Service internship programme.
- Complete and sign the new Z83 application form.
- Quote the correct job title, office and reference number.
- Submit a recent comprehensive CV.
- Apply before 16:00 on 21 August 2026.
Candidates who applied for positions in the previous advertisement that was withdrawn are encouraged to apply again.
Internship Duration
Successful candidates will be appointed on:
24-month employment contracts
They will also be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment.
The programme provides temporary workplace experience and does not guarantee permanent appointment after completion.
Internship Stipend
Successful interns will receive:
R8 174.75 per month
The advertisement does not specify additional benefits such as accommodation, transport or relocation assistance.
Required Documents at the Application Stage
Applicants must initially submit:
- A fully completed new Z83 application form.
- A recent and comprehensive CV.
- Contactable referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses.
Certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents are not required with the initial application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified documents on or before the interview date after receiving communication from Human Resources Management.
Important Z83 Instructions
The new Z83 form must be:
- Fully completed.
- Signed by the applicant.
- Initialled where required.
- Completed with the correct job title.
- Completed with the correct office or district.
- Completed with the correct reference number.
Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Failure to fully complete, sign or initial the form may result in disqualification.
Foreign Qualifications
Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority.
The SAQA evaluation may be requested during the recruitment and verification process.
How to Apply for Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026
Applications may be submitted by email, post or hand delivery.
Click here to apply for Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026
Application email: recruit@fshs.gov.za
Applicants must include the post name and reference number in the email subject line.
A suitable subject format is:
Graduate Internship Programme – [Post Name] – [Reference Number]
The department does not accept faxed applications.
Postal Application Address
Applications may be posted to:
Head: Human Resource Management Directorate
Department of Human Settlements
P.O. Box 247
Bloemfontein
9300
Applicants using the postal method should allow enough time for their applications to arrive before the deadline.
Bloemfontein Hand-Delivery Address
Applications for Bloemfontein-based positions may be delivered to:
Foyer of OR Tambo House
St Andrews Street
Bloemfontein
Free State
Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.
Qwaqwa Hand-Delivery Address
Applications for Qwaqwa-based positions may be delivered to:
Department of Human Settlements Offices
Mampoi Street
Phuthaditjhaba
Qwaqwa
Free State
Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.
Sasolburg Hand-Delivery Address
Applications for Sasolburg-based positions may be delivered to:
Mora Investments House
Erf 15, Fichard Street
Sasolburg
Free State
Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.
Welkom Hand-Delivery Address
Applications for Welkom-based positions may be delivered to:
Department of Human Settlements Offices
Kopano Complex
312 Long Road
Welkom
Free State
Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.
Applications must not be handed directly to staff members inside the buildings.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
21 August 2026 at 16:00
Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants should submit well before the deadline to allow time to correct incomplete forms or application errors.
Selection and Background Checks
Suitable candidates may undergo:
- Criminal-record checks.
- Financial checks.
- Qualification verification.
- Reference checks.
- Employment-history verification.
- Security clearance.
Successful candidates will be expected to undergo security clearance within three months after appointment.
Employment Equity
The Free State Provincial Government is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer.
Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will improve representation in relation to:
- Race
- Gender
- Disability
Appointments will be made in accordance with the department’s employment-equity objectives.
Application Outcome
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
Applicants who are not contacted within four months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
The department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting the application, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You originate from and reside in the Free State.
- You are unemployed.
- You have never participated in a Public Service internship.
- Your qualification matches the selected position.
- You used the new Z83 form.
- The Z83 is fully completed, signed and initialled.
- The correct post title is included.
- The correct district or office is included.
- The correct reference number is included.
- Your recent CV is attached.
- Your referees’ telephone numbers and email addresses are included.
- You submitted by email, post or hand delivery.
- Your application reaches the department by 16:00 on 21 August 2026.