Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo, in partnership with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), invites eligible youth to apply for the Municipal Youth Graduate Programme (x60 positions).
Internship Application Closing Date: 18 February 2026
Internship Location: Johannesburg City Parks & Zoo, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
This six-month programme aims to provide practical workplace experience to unemployed graduates residing within the City of Johannesburg.
Programme Overview
- Programme: Municipal Youth Graduate Programme
- Reference: EDMS 256981
- Duration: 6 Months
- Number of Positions: 60
- Daily Stipend: R271,04
- Location: City of Johannesburg
⚠️ Please note: There is no expectation for permanent absorption or placement after completion of the programme.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Matric plus 3 years of tertiary study (M + 3)
- Qualification with 360 credits or Degree/Diploma at NQF Level 6
- Youth between 18–35 years of age
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Must reside within the City of Johannesburg
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of qualifications
- Proof of residence in the City of Johannesburg
Only youth residing in the City of Johannesburg will be considered.
Available Departments and Positions
Johannesburg Zoo (15 Positions)
Qualification: Environmental Management and/or Conservation Management
Key Areas:
- Cleaning animal enclosures
- Feeding animals
- Monitoring and observing animal behaviour
- Environmental education and awareness
- Administrative paperwork
Environmental Education (8 Positions)
Qualification: Environmental Management / Sciences
Key Areas:
- Environmental awareness campaigns
- Educational programmes at centres and reserves
- Planning environmental theme day events
- School outreach initiatives
Project Management (2 Positions)
Qualification: Project Management / Public or Office Administration
Key Areas:
- Project coordination
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Reporting and communication
- Reception and office administration services
Protected Areas and Conservation (18 Positions)
Qualification: Environmental Management and/or Conservation Management
Key Areas:
- Alien plant control
- Trail and fence maintenance
- Bird sanctuary and riverbank management
- Use of fire as a management tool
- Law enforcement monitoring and compliance
Integrated Catchment Management (5 Positions)
Qualification: Environmental Management / Conservation / Water Resource Management / Hydrology
Key Areas:
- Ecological management services
- Wildlife management
- Aquatic and terrestrial alien plant management
- Arboriculture and horticulture services
Nursery Management (10 Positions)
Qualification: Occupational Health and Safety / Environmental Management / Forestry Management
Key Areas:
- Nursery management and plant propagation
- Tree census
- Tree planting services
- Safety and health compliance in nursery operations
Capital Infrastructure (2 Positions)
Qualification: Environmental Management / Science
Key Areas:
- Scoping and assessing development projects
- Environmental management support
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit their applications via email.
👉 Click here to apply for the Johannesburg City Parks Municipal Youth Graduate Programme 2026
📧 Email applications to: graduatep@jhbcityparks.com
Enquiries
Closing Date
18 February 2026