Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2029 – 62 Posts, R8,174.75 Monthly Stipend

Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2029

The Department of Transport (DoT) has opened applications for its Internship Programme 2027/2029, offering 62 internship positions across administration, information technology, human resources, finance, transport planning, road transport, maritime transport, aviation, rail and public transport.

The internships are based at the Department of Transport Head Office in Pretoria and run for 24 months.

The advertised stipend is R8,174.75 per month, according to the qualifications of each intern. The advert states that the higher the qualification, the higher the stipend.

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Quick Internship Overview

Internship Opportunities Available

Administration and Corporate Services

Administration Intern – X2 Posts
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/01

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs or Management.

Internal Control and Compliance Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/02

Qualification: National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Financial Accounting, Accounting or Internal Auditing.

Strategic Planning & Monitoring and Cluster Coordinators Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/03

Qualification: Degree/National Diploma in Public Management, Administration, Strategic Planning, Management, Monitoring and Evaluation.

Corporate Legal Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/04

Qualification: Grade 12, LLB, BA Law or postgraduate degree in Law.

Business Intelligence – Database Administration Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/06

Qualification: Grade 12 plus National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Informatics, or a postgraduate qualification in Computer Science/IT.

IT Infrastructure Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/07

Qualification: Grade 12 plus National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science or Informatics, or a relevant postgraduate qualification.

Business Systems – Web Development Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/08

Qualification: Grade 12 plus National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science or Informatics, or relevant postgraduate qualification.

Human Resources and Management

Labour Relations Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/09

Human Resource Recruitment and Selection Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/10

Human Resource Administration Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/11

Employee Health and Wellness Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/12

Organisational Development Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/13

Change Management Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/14

Geographic Information Systems Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/15

Travel Services Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/16

Facilities Management Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/17

Environmental Coordination Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/18

Human Resource Development and PMDS Intern – X4
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/19

The qualifications vary from HR Management, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations and Psychology to GIS, Geography, Cartography, Geomatics, Public Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management and Environmental Management.

Finance and Supply Chain

Financial Administration Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/20

Qualification: National Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Public Finance, Cost and Management Accounting.

Supply Chain Management Intern – X2
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/21

Qualification: National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement Management or related fields.

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Road Transport

Road Transport Research, Policy, Standards and Guidelines Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/22

Qualification: National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Road Safety Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/23

Qualification: National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Road Traffic Safety Management, Traffic Policing, Civil Engineering, Transport Management, Transport Planning, Data Analytics or relevant postgraduate qualifications.

Road Accident and Incident Investigation Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/24

Qualification: National Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Road Crash Investigation.

Maritime and Aviation

Maritime Security Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/25

Maritime Industry Development Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/26

Aviation Multilateral Affairs Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/27

Air Transport Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/28

Aviation Industry Development and Airfreight Intern – X1
Ref: DOT/GRAD/2026/29

Relevant qualifications include Maritime Security Management, Maritime Studies, Shipping and Logistics, Transport Management, Air Transport Management, Transport Logistics, Transport Economics, Aeronautical Studies, Flight Dispatch and Aviation Management.

Public Transport and Rail

The programme also includes:

• Public Transport Network Development Intern – X1
• Public Transport Network Development Intern – X1
• Rail Infrastructure and Industry Development Intern – X1
• Rail Service Delivery Intern: Rail Operations – X1
• Rail Safety Regulation Intern – X1
• Rail Policy and Strategic Development Intern – X1

Relevant fields include Transport Management, Transport Economics, Transport and Logistics, Engineering, Law/LLB and Town and Regional Planning.

Economics, Logistics and Finance

The Department is also recruiting:

• Modelling and Macroeconomic Analysis Intern – X1
• Freight Logistics Intern – X1
• Black Economic Empowerment Intern – X1
• Public Entity Finance Intern – X1
• Governance Intern – X1

Qualifications include Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Transport Economics, Logistics, Data Analysis, Business Administration, Law, Financial Management, Public Finance, Accounting and Investment Management.

Public Transport Town Planning – 18 Posts

There are also 18 town-planning internship positions, with two posts allocated to each of the following:

• Limpopo – X2
• Eastern Cape – X2
• Gauteng – X2
• Western Cape – X2
• Northern Cape – X2
• Mpumalanga – X2
• North West – X2
• Free State – X2
• KwaZulu-Natal – X2

The required qualifications include Transport Economics, Transport Planning, Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering and Town and Regional Planning.

What You Need to Apply

The Department's circular states that applicants must submit:

• A new Z83 application form
• A comprehensive CV
• The post and reference number being applied for

Applicants applying for more than one field of study must submit a separate Z83 form and required documentation for each application.

The Department states that applicants who previously participated in its internship programme will be disqualified. It also states that applicants found to have participated in an internship programme in another government department or state entity will be terminated.

How to Apply

Applications may be submitted to the Department of Transport through the channels specified in the circular:

Department of Transport
Private Bag X193
Pretoria
0001

Hand delivery:
159 Forum Building, Cnr Struben and Bosman Street, Pretoria

For the main Graduate Internship Programme:

Email: graduateinternship@dot.gov.za

Applicants must clearly state the post and reference number they are applying for.

Closing Date

9 October 2026

Late applications should not be submitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many internship positions are available?

The Department of Transport advert contains 62 graduate internship positions across the listed fields.

Where are the internships based?

The internship centre stated in the circular is Pretoria (Head Office).

How long is the programme?

The graduate internship positions are for 24 months.

How much is the stipend?

The advertised stipend is R8,174.75, according to the qualification of each intern. The advert states that the higher the qualification, the higher the stipend.

What documents are required?

The circular specifically requires a new Z83 form and comprehensive CV at application stage. Further documentation may be requested during the selection process.

Can I apply for more than one internship?

Yes, but the Department states that applicants applying for more than one field must submit a separate Z83 form and required documentation to the relevant application address.

What is the closing date?

Applications close on 9 October 2026.

iYouth Application Tips

• Use the correct reference number for the internship you want.
• Match your qualification carefully to the advertised field.
• Complete the new Z83 accurately.
• Keep your CV clear and relevant to the internship.
• If applying for multiple fields, prepare a separate Z83 for each application.

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