The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport invites suitably qualified and unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management Internship Programme for the 2025–2027 period.
Internship Application Closing Date: 20 February 2026
Internship Location: Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport, Head Office, Johannesburg, South Africa
This 24-month internship programme is aimed at graduates who have not previously participated in any internship programme and are seeking structured workplace exposure within the public service.
Internship Programme Overview
The internship will be hosted at the Department’s Head Office in Johannesburg and offers a monthly stipend to support successful candidates while they gain practical experience.
Internship Details:
- Programme: Internship / In-Service Training Programme
- Period: 2025–2027 (24 months)
- Reference No: REFS/035213
- Directorate: Policy, Legislation, Research and Knowledge Management
- Centre: Head Office, Johannesburg
- Stipend: R7 860.50 per month
- Note: Re-advertisement – previously unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to reapply
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in:
- Library and Knowledge Management
- Public Management / Governance
- Information Science
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be unemployed
- Must not have participated in any internship programme before
Duties
Successful candidates will be required:
- To complete all tasks assigned in relation to the post
- To support the Directorate in policy, legislation, research, and knowledge management activities
Employment Equity
In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan:
- Female candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will promote representativity in the Public Service
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online before the closing date.
Apply online here:
👉 Click here to apply for the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport Internship Programme 2025–2027
🔗 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
Required Documents:
- Most recent Z83 Application Form (fully completed, initialled and signed)
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Failure to submit both the completed Z83 form and CV will result in disqualification.
Important Notes
- The new Z83 form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website
- Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of:
- Qualifications
- Identity Document
- Valid driver’s licence (where applicable)
- Certified documents must not be older than six (06) months
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo two pre-entry assessments:
- A practical/technical assessment
- An integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
- If no response is received within three (3) months after the closing date, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful
- The Department reserves the right not to appoint
Enquiries
Internship Enquiries:
Ms Petunia Mabasa
Tel: (011) 355 7175
Human Resources (General Enquiries):
Tel: (011) 355 7082 / (011) 355 7043
Closing Date
20 February 2026