The Limpopo Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA) is offering 65 graduate internship opportunities for unemployed graduates in Limpopo. If you have completed a Diploma or Degree and are between 18 and 35 years old, this programme could provide you with valuable work experience for up to 24 months. Applications close on 24 April 2026.

What is the Limpopo CoGHSTA Graduate Internship Programme?

This government-funded programme aims to equip unemployed graduates with practical skills and experience in various fields within the public sector. You will gain up to 24 months of work experience, helping to prepare you for future career opportunities.

The internship is open to South African citizens who are permanent residents of Limpopo and have not previously participated in a government graduate internship.

Internship Fields and Fields of Study

The programme offers placements in a range of government functions. You can apply if you have completed a Diploma (NQF Level 6) or a Degree (NQF Level 7 or higher) in one of the following fields:

  • ICT and Technology
  • Records and Facilities Management
  • Governance and Administration
  • Policy Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Human Settlements Support
  • Finance and Supply Chain
  • Legal and Compliance
  • Infrastructure and Planning
  • Community Development

Who Qualifies?

To be eligible for this internship, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a South African citizen aged between 18 and 35 years old.
  • Be unemployed and reside in the Limpopo Province.
  • Have successfully completed a relevant Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree (NQF Level 7 or higher).
  • Have not previously been part of a government graduate internship programme.

What You Will Receive

Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend. The amount ranges from approximately R6,659.36 to R11,825.55 per month, depending on your NQF qualification level. This is a provincial government-funded programme.

Required Documents

When you apply, you must submit the following documents:

  • A completed Z83 form.
  • A detailed and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Certified copy of your South African Identity Document (ID) (certified within the last 6 months).
  • Certified copies of all your qualifications, including academic transcripts (certified within the last 6 months).
  • Proof of residence in Limpopo Province.

Ensure all copies are certified and not older than six months from the date of certification.

Important Dates

The advertisement for this internship was uploaded on 02 April 2026. Make sure to submit your application before the closing date.

Applications close on 24 April 2026.

This internship offers a great opportunity for unemployed graduates in Limpopo to gain essential public sector experience. Ensure you meet all the requirements and have all your documents ready.

Don't miss out – submit your application by the closing date of 24 April 2026 to start your journey in public service.

Ready to apply? Visit the official application portal before the closing date.