The Independent Police Investigative Directorate invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the 24-month Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Internship Location: IPID National Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
IPID Graduate Internship Programme 2026
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate, commonly known as IPID, is recruiting two graduates for its 24-month Graduate Internship Programme.
The internships are available within the Chief Directorate: Legal Compliance, Information and Stakeholder Management at the IPID National Office in Pretoria.
This opportunity is suitable for graduates who have completed an NQF Level 7 qualification in Criminology or a Bachelor of Laws degree and want to gain practical public-sector experience.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Independent Police Investigative Directorate
Abbreviation: IPID
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
Chief Directorate: Legal Compliance, Information and Stakeholder Management
Reference number: Q9/2026/45
Number of posts: Two
Duration: 24 months
Monthly stipend: R8 174.75
Location: National Office, Pretoria
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Application methods: Email, hand delivery or walk-in submission
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have completed one of the following NQF Level 7 qualifications:
- A degree in Criminology.
- A Bachelor of Laws degree.
Applicants should ensure that the completed qualification is clearly stated on their CV and supported by the required academic documents.
Internship Duration
Successful applicants will participate in the programme for:
24 months
The two-year programme will provide workplace exposure within IPID’s legal compliance, information and stakeholder-management environment.
The internship is temporary and does not automatically guarantee permanent employment after completion.
Monthly Stipend
Successful interns will receive a stipend of:
R8 174.75 per month
The stipend will be paid for the duration of the internship, subject to the terms of the internship agreement.
Internship Placement
The two successful candidates will be placed within:
Chief Directorate: Legal Compliance, Information and Stakeholder Management
The directorate operates from the IPID National Office in Pretoria.
Depending on the programme’s work plan, interns may gain exposure to areas such as:
- Legal and compliance administration.
- Research and information management.
- Stakeholder communication.
- Case-related administration.
- Document and records management.
- Public-sector governance.
- Report preparation.
- Regulatory processes.
Skills Applicants Should Demonstrate
Suitable applicants should demonstrate:
- Good written and verbal communication.
- Legal or criminological research ability.
- Attention to detail.
- Report-writing skills.
- Professional conduct.
- Organisational ability.
- Computer literacy.
- Ability to handle sensitive information.
- Teamwork.
- Time management.
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- A completed and signed new Z83 application form.
- A detailed and updated CV.
- A copy of their South African identity document.
- Copies of relevant qualifications.
- A complete academic record, where requested.
- Any additional documents required by IPID.
Applicants should check the official vacancy advertisement carefully to confirm whether supporting documents must be attached at the initial application stage or provided later by shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply for IPID Graduate Internships 2026
Applications may be submitted by email or delivered to the IPID National Office.
Click here to apply for IPID Graduate Internships 2026
Email: Recruitment13@ipid.gov.za
Applicants applying by email must include the following in the subject line:
Graduate Internship Programme – Ref No: Q9/2026/45
The post name and reference number must be clearly indicated.
Hand-Delivery and Walk-In Applications
Applications may also be hand-delivered to:
Independent Police Investigative Directorate
Benstra Building
473 Stanza Bopape and Steve Biko Street
Arcadia
Pretoria
0001
Applicants should ensure that their application reaches the correct office before the closing date.
Application Enquiries
For general application enquiries, contact:
Mr D.S. Baloyi
Telephone: 012 399 0202
For enquiries about the internship programme, contact:
Ms O. Maboa
Telephone: 012 399 0219
These contact details are for enquiries. Applications should still be submitted through the specified email or physical address.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants should:
- Use the correct internship reference number.
- Include the post name in the email subject line.
- Complete the Z83 form accurately.
- Ensure that the CV includes current contact details.
- Attach all documents requested in the advertisement.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Keep proof of email or hand delivery.
Incomplete or incorrectly addressed applications may not be considered.
Employment Equity
IPID is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer.
The department aims to improve representation in terms of:
- Race.
- Gender.
- Disability.
Appointments may therefore be made in line with IPID’s Employment Equity objectives.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on 31 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early and avoid waiting until the final day.
About the Independent Police Investigative Directorate
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is responsible for investigating serious complaints and alleged misconduct involving members of the South African Police Service and municipal police services.
Its work supports accountability, transparency and lawful policing in South Africa.