Water Research Commission (WRC) invites unemployed South African graduates and TVET learners to apply for the Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 / 2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 13 July 2026
Internship Location: South Africa
About the WRC Internship and WIL Programme 2026 / 2027
The Water Research Commission (WRC) is inviting unemployed South African graduates and TVET learners to apply for its 2026 / 2027 Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programme.
The programme will run for 24 months and is aimed at graduates who need workplace experience, as well as TVET learners who require Work Integrated Learning to complete their National Diploma.
Successful candidates will gain valuable practical exposure in a professional working environment while developing skills that can improve future employment opportunities.
About the Water Research Commission
The Water Research Commission is one of South Africa’s leading public institutions responsible for supporting water research, innovation, knowledge development and sustainable water management.
Through research partnerships and skills development initiatives, the WRC contributes to South Africa’s water sector while creating career development opportunities for young professionals.
Available Internship and WIL Opportunities
The WRC is recruiting graduates and TVET learners in various fields.
Human Resource Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-01
Who Can Apply: Graduates
Relevant qualifications include:
- Human Resource Management
- Labour Relations
- Employee Relations
- Industrial Psychology
- Related qualifications
Legal and Auxiliary Services
Graduate Reference Number: WRC/26-02
TVET Reference Number: WRC/27-02
Who Can Apply: Graduates and TVET learners
Relevant qualifications include:
- Law
- Records Management
- Information Studies and Archives
- Safety Management
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Management Assistant
- Related qualifications
Office Administration / Executive Support
Reference Number: WRC/26-03
Who Can Apply: TVET applicants
Relevant qualifications include:
- Management Assistant
- Office Administration
- Office Management
- Related qualifications
Monitoring and Evaluation
Reference Number: WRC/26-04
Who Can Apply: TVET applicants
Relevant qualifications include:
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Management Assistant
- Related qualifications
Information Technology
Reference Number: WRC/26-05
Who Can Apply: Graduates
Relevant qualifications include:
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Related qualifications
Risk Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-06
Who Can Apply: Graduates
Relevant qualifications include:
- Risk Management
- Auditing
- Fraud
- Compliance
- Related qualifications
Finance
Reference Number: WRC/26-07
Who Can Apply: Graduates
Relevant qualifications include:
- Finance
- Public Finance
- Financial Accounting
- Related qualifications
Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-08
Who Can Apply: Graduates
Relevant qualifications include:
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- Logistics
- Related qualifications
Stakeholder Relations and Communications
Graduate Reference Number: WRC/27-09
TVET Reference Number: WRC/26-10
Who Can Apply: Graduates and TVET applicants
Relevant qualifications include:
- International Relations
- Communication
- Public Relations
- Related qualifications
Graduate Applicant Requirements
Graduate applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
- National Diploma
- Degree
- Higher qualification
- Qualification at NQF Level 6 or above
TVET Applicant Requirements
TVET applicants must have:
- N6 Certificate or equivalent qualification
- Official letter from their TVET College confirming that Work Integrated Learning is required to obtain their National Diploma
General Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be an unemployed South African citizen
- Preferably be between the ages of 18 and 35 years
- Must not have previously participated in an internship programme
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Documents Required
Applications must include the following documents:
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of South African ID, not older than six months
- Certified copies of qualifications and academic transcripts, not older than six months
- Proof of residential address
- Signed affidavit confirming that you have never participated in an internship programme
TVET applicants must also include:
- Certified copy of N6 Certificate
- Official letter from TVET College confirming Work Integrated Learning requirement
Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number of the position they are applying for.
How to Apply
Applications must be emailed to:
For detailed job descriptions, applicants can visit:
Important Notes
Applicants should note the following:
- No hand-delivered applications will be accepted
- Late applications will not be considered
- Applications must include all required supporting documents
- Applicants must use the correct reference number
- If you have not been contacted by 30 September 2026, consider your application unsuccessful
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 13 July 2026.
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.