Free State Office of the Premier Graduate Internship Programme 2026

The Office of the Premier, Free State Province is inviting applications from 1,000 unemployed graduates residing in the Free State to participate in a 24-month Graduate Internship Programme.

The programme is funded by Services SETA and aims to provide graduates with valuable workplace experience and improve their employability through structured experiential learning.

Job Details

• Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
• Number of Opportunities: 1,000
• Province: Free State
• Duration: 24 months
• Funding: Services SETA
• Target Group: Unemployed graduates residing in the Free State
• Closing Date: 25 September 2026

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Job Description

The programme is designed to give unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience through structured experiential learning.

Placements are allocated across the Free State, including Mangaung Metro, Lejweleputswa, Xhariep, Thabo Mofutsanyana and Fezile Dabi Districts.

What You Will Do

Successful interns will participate in structured workplace-based experiential learning related to their qualifications.

The advert does not provide specific duties for individual internship fields, as placements will depend on the qualification and allocated department or district.

What You Need to Succeed

Applicants must fall within one of the qualification categories listed in the advert:

• NQF 4: Completed Learnership (NQF 4), NQF 4 Occupational Certificates, QCTO/trade-tested artisan qualifications or National Certificates (Matric).
• NQF 5: Public/Private Higher Education Certificate, Public TVET NATED/Report 191 National Certificate (awarded), Private accredited Skills Development Provider qualification or NQF 5 Occupational Certificates.
• NQF 6: Advanced Certificate, TVET N6 Diploma awarded, completed Learnership (NQF6) or trade-tested artisan qualification.
• NQF 7+: Advanced Diploma/Degree, Bachelor's Degree/Postgraduate Certificate or candidacy-track professional qualifications.

The opportunity is specifically for unemployed graduates residing in the Free State Province.

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Documents You Need

Applicants must upload documents in PDF format only, with each document under 8MB.

The advert requires:

1. CV
2. Certified copy of Matric Certificate – certification must be less than 6 months old; certificate, not statement of results.
3. Certified copy of highest qualification certificate – certification must be less than 6 months old.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the application link provided in the advert(attached below athe the end of the article):

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Applicants should provide their personal details, qualification information, preferences and required declarations when applying.

Personal Details

Applicants should provide:

• Full name and surname as per ID
• SA ID number
• Contact details
• Municipality
• Home language
• Updated CV

Qualification Details

Provide:

• Qualification name
• Institution
• Completion status/year

Applicants must also indicate their preference to relocate and one preferred province.

District Allocations

The 1,000 internship opportunities are allocated as follows:

• Mangaung Metro: 100
• Lejweleputswa District: 200
• Xhariep District: 150
• Thabo Mofutsanyana District: 300
• Fezile Dabi District: 250

The advert provides contact persons for enquiries relating to the application process in each allocation area.

Important Information

Applicants who fail to upload all requested documents will not be considered.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The department reserves the right not to make an appointment.

If you do not hear from the department within three weeks after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date

25 September 2026

Make sure your application and all required documents are submitted before the closing date.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many internship opportunities are available?

The programme offers 1,000 opportunities to unemployed graduates residing in the Free State.

How long is the internship?

The Graduate Internship Programme runs for 24 months.

Who can apply?

The opportunity is for unemployed graduates residing in the Free State Province who meet the stated qualification requirements.

Which qualifications are accepted?

The advert lists qualifications from NQF 4 through NQF 7+, including certificates, TVET qualifications, occupational certificates, diplomas, degrees and postgraduate qualifications.

What documents must I upload?

You need a CV, certified Matric certificate and certified highest qualification certificate. The certification must be less than six months old.

Where do I apply?

Applications should be made through www.tothepowerofx.co.za, as stated in the official advert.

When is the closing date?

The closing date is 25 September 2026.

iYouth Application Tips

• Prepare your CV and certified documents early.
• Check that certifications are less than 6 months old.
• Upload documents in PDF format and under 8MB.
• Choose your preferred province carefully.
• Apply before the closing date.
• Never pay anyone to apply for an internship.

iYouth Disclaimer

Disclaimer: iYouth shares opportunities for informational purposes and is not the employer or recruiter. Always verify the opportunity and requirements from the official source before applying. Never pay anyone to secure an internship or job.

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