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DCS Internship Programme 2026 Now Open: Earn R8,174 Monthly for 24 Months Across South Africa

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Internship Programme 2026 is now accepting applications from unemployed South African graduates. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 for 24 months. Applications close on 09 July 2026.

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DCS Internship Programme 2026 Now Open: Earn R8,174 Monthly for 24 Months Across South Africa

DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2026

Introduction

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially opened applications for its Public Service Graduate Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 financial years. This exciting opportunity is aimed at unemployed South African graduates who are looking to gain valuable workplace experience while earning a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.

The programme will run for 24 months and offers opportunities at National Head Office, Training Colleges and regional offices across South Africa. Graduates from a wide range of disciplines are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

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Company Background

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is responsible for the administration of correctional centres, offender rehabilitation programmes, community corrections and offender reintegration services throughout South Africa.

As part of its commitment to youth development and skills transfer, DCS provides internship opportunities that allow graduates to gain practical workplace experience while contributing to public service delivery.

About the Programme

The Public Service Graduate Internship Programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical work experience.

Internship Duration

24 Months

Monthly Stipend

R8,174.75 per month

Available Fields of Study

Architectural Technology
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Law (LLB)
Financial Accounting
Financial Management
Psychology
Social Work
Information Technology
Supply Chain Management
Theology
Correctional Services Management
Correctional Sciences
Penology
Criminology
Security Management
Occupational Health and Safety
Environmental Management
Agriculture
Animal Production
Plant Production
Horticulture
Food and Consumer Science
Food Technology
Plumbing
Electrical
Bricklaying
Welding
Motor Mechanics
Upholstery
Carpentry
Fitting and Turning
Pattern Making
Clothing Design

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Available Opportunities by Region

National Head Office (Pretoria)

HO 2026/06/01 – Built Environment

Qualifications:

Architectural Technology
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering

HO 2026/06/02 – Legal

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

HO 2026/06/03 – Finance

Qualifications:

Financial Accounting
Financial Management

HO 2026/06/04 – Psychology

Qualifications:

Psychology

HO 2026/06/05 – Social Work

Qualifications:

Social Work

HO 2026/06/06 – Information Technology

Qualifications:

Information Technology

HO 2026/06/07 – Supply Chain Management

Qualifications:

Supply Chain Management

HO 2026/06/08 – Theology

Qualifications:

Theological Studies

HO 2026/06/09 – Correctional Service Management

Qualifications:

Correctional Services Management
Correctional Sciences
Penology
Criminology
Security Management

Kroonstad Training College

KSC 2026/06/10 – Information Technology

KSC 2026/06/11 – Supply Chain Management

KSC 2026/06/12 – Theology

Zonderwater Training College

ZWC 2026/06/13 – Information Technology

ZWC 2026/06/14 – Supply Chain Management

ZWC 2026/06/15 – Theology

Gauteng Region

GP 2026/06/16 – Correctional Service Management

GP 2026/06/17 – Occupational Health and Safety

GP 2026/06/18 – Information Technology

GP 2026/06/19 – Supply Chain Management

GP 2026/06/20 – Agriculture

Animal Production
Plant Production
Horticulture

GP 2026/06/21 – Kitchen/Bakery

Food and Consumer Science
Food Technology

GP 2026/06/22 – Artisans

Plumbing
Electrical
Bricklaying
Welding
Motor Mechanics
Upholstery
Carpentry
Fitting and Turning

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Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region

LMN 2026/06/23 – Correctional Service Management

LMN 2026/06/24 – Occupational Health and Safety

LMN 2026/06/25 – Information Technology

LMN 2026/06/26 – Supply Chain Management

LMN 2026/06/27 – Agriculture

LMN 2026/06/28 – Kitchen/Bakery

LMN 2026/06/29 – Artisans

LMN 2026/06/30 – Clothing and Textile

Pattern Making
Clothing Design

Western Cape Region

WC 2026/06/31 – Correctional Service Management

WC 2026/06/32 – Occupational Health and Safety

WC 2026/06/33 – Information Technology

WC 2026/06/34 – Supply Chain Management

WC 2026/06/35 – Agriculture

WC 2026/06/36 – Kitchen/Bakery

WC 2026/06/37 – Artisans

Eastern Cape Region

EC 2026/06/38 – Correctional Service Management

EC 2026/06/39 – Occupational Health and Safety

EC 2026/06/40 – Information Technology

EC 2026/06/41 – Supply Chain Management

EC 2026/06/42 – Kitchen/Bakery

EC 2026/06/43 – Artisans

KwaZulu-Natal Region

KZN 2026/06/44 – Correctional Service Management

KZN 2026/06/45 – Occupational Health and Safety

KZN 2026/06/46 – Information Technology

KZN 2026/06/47 – Supply Chain Management

KZN 2026/06/48 – Kitchen/Bakery

KZN 2026/06/49 – Artisans

Free State and Northern Cape Region

FS/NC 2026/06/50 – Correctional Service Management

FS/NC 2026/06/51 – Occupational Health and Safety

FS/NC 2026/06/52 – Information Technology

FS/NC 2026/06/53 – Supply Chain Management

FS/NC 2026/06/54 – Kitchen/Bakery

FS/NC 2026/06/55 – Artisans

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful interns will be expected to:

Participate in workplace learning programmes.
Assist with administrative and operational functions.
Support departmental projects and service delivery initiatives.
Attend mentorship and training sessions.
Perform duties related to their field of study.
Complete tasks assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a qualification relevant to the internship field they are applying for.

Required application documents:

Completed and signed Z83 Application Form.
Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit separate applications for each internship opportunity and clearly indicate the correct reference number.

Regional Email Addresses

National Head Office: HQHRD@dcs.gov.za

Gauteng Region: GPHRD@dcs.gov.za

KwaZulu-Natal Region: KZNHRD@dcs.gov.za

Eastern Cape Region: ECHRD@dcs.gov.za

Western Cape Region: WCHRD@dcs.gov.za

Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region: LMNHRD@dcs.gov.za

Free State and Northern Cape Region: FSNCHRD@dcs.gov.za

Closing Date

09 July 2026 at 15:45

Late applications will not be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is the DCS internship stipend?

Successful candidates will receive R8,174.75 per month.

How long is the internship programme?

The programme runs for 24 months.

Can I apply for more than one position?

Yes. A separate application must be submitted for each opportunity.

Do I need certified documents when applying?

No. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies.

Who can apply?

Unemployed South African graduates with qualifications relevant to the advertised positions.

iYouth Application Advice

Government internship programmes attract thousands of applications every year. To improve your chances of being shortlisted:

Ensure your CV is updated and professionally formatted.
Use the correct reference number.
Double-check all information before submitting.
Apply before the deadline.
Submit a separate application for every position you wish to apply for.
Keep copies of all submitted documents.

iYouth Disclaimer

iYouth is not involved in the recruitment process and does not accept applications on behalf of employers. We only publish verified opportunities to assist job seekers and graduates. Applicants must submit applications directly to the Department of Correctional Services using the official channels provided in the advertisement. Never pay any fee for a job, internship, learnership or bursary application.

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