KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development Internship Programme 2026/2027
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development is inviting unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal to apply for its 2026/2027 Internship Programme.
The programme offers 90 internship opportunities across the Department's Head Office in Pietermaritzburg and its district offices. Successful interns will be appointed for 24 months and receive a monthly stipend of R8,172.
Applications close on 9 October 2026.
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Quick Internship Overview
| Job Detail |
Information |
| Department |
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development |
| Programme |
Internship Programme 2026/2027 |
| Total Posts |
90 |
| Duration |
24 months |
| Stipend |
R8,172 per month |
| Province |
KwaZulu-Natal |
| Target Group |
Unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal |
| Minimum Qualification |
Relevant 3-year Bachelor's Degree or National/Advanced Diploma |
| Work Locations |
Head Office and 12 District Offices |
| Closing Date |
9 October 2026 |
The 90 positions are distributed across 10 internship fields.
Available Internship Opportunities
1. Financial Management – 13 Posts
Reference: FM/2026/27
Qualification: Finance / Accounting
Total: 13 posts
Placements include Head Office, Ugu, Umgungundlovu, Harry Gwala, eThekwini North, iLembe, Zululand, uThukela and Amajuba.
2. Supply Chain Management – 6 Posts
Reference: SCM/2026/27
Qualification: Major in Supply Chain Management
Total: 6 posts
Placements are available in Umgungundlovu, eThekwini North, eThekwini South, Zululand, King Cetshwayo and uThukela.
3. Public Management – 9 Posts
Reference: PM02/2026/27
Qualification: Public Management / Administration
Total: 9 posts
The positions are distributed between Head Office and several district offices.
4. Human Resource Management – 12 Posts
Reference: HRM/2026/27
Qualification: Human Resource Management / Development
Total: 12 posts
Opportunities are available across the advertised KZN district offices.
5. Personal Assistant – 2 Posts
Reference: MA/2026/27
Qualification: Management Assistant / Office Management and Technology / Administrative Management
Total: 2 posts
Both positions are allocated to Head Office in Pietermaritzburg.
6. Record Management – 2 Posts
Reference: RM/2026/27
Qualification: Archives and Records Management
Total: 2 posts
The placements are at Head Office and iLembe.
7. Information Communication Technology – 14 Posts
Reference: ICT/2026/27
Qualification: Information Technology / Information Communication / Computer Science / Information Systems in Information Technology
Total: 14 posts
The ICT internships are spread across Head Office and the advertised district offices.
8. Child and Youth Care – 14 Posts
Reference: CYC/2026/27
Qualification: Child and Youth Care
Total: 14 posts
The advertised placements include Umgungundlovu, eThekwini North, eThekwini South, King Cetshwayo, uMzinyathi and Amajuba.
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9. Community Development – 15 Posts
Reference: CDP/2026/27
Qualification: Community Development / Developmental Studies
Total: 15 posts
Placements are available across several KZN districts, including Ugu, Umgungundlovu, Harry Gwala, eThekwini North, eThekwini South, iLembe, Zululand, Umkhanyakude, King Cetshwayo, uThukela and Amajuba.
10. Communications – 3 Posts
Reference: COM/2026/27
Qualification: Videography / Communication Science or Marketing / Graphic Design
Total: 3 posts
The three Communications positions are allocated to Head Office in Pietermaritzburg.
Who Can Apply?
The internship programme is aimed at unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
According to the advertisement, candidates must:
- Be unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Have completed a relevant minimum three-year Bachelor's Degree or National/Advanced Diploma.
- Hold a qualification from a recognised university, university of technology or college.
- Have never previously participated in an Internship Programme from National, Provincial or Local Government.
- Be prepared to relocate to any of the listed offices at their own cost.
- Be computer literate.
- Be prepared to undergo the selection process, which may include a technical assessment and structured interview.
The programme is specifically intended to provide unemployed graduates with workplace experience and improve their exposure to employment opportunities.
Internship Locations
The advertised opportunities are distributed across the following areas:
- Head Office – Pietermaritzburg
- Ugu
- Umgungundlovu
- Harry Gwala
- eThekwini North
- eThekwini South
- iLembe
- Zululand
- Umkhanyakude
- King Cetshwayo
- uMzinyathi
- uThukela
- Amajuba
Applicants must indicate the relevant area of placement, business unit and reference number when applying.
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Stipend and Duration
Successful applicants will receive a stipend of R8,172 per month.
The internship programme runs for 24 months.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted using a fully completed Z83 form together with a detailed CV.
The application should include information such as:
- Contact telephone number
- Physical and postal address
- Copy of ID
- Academic records
- Relevant qualifications
- Proof of residence
- An affidavit indicating that the applicant has never benefited from the Internship Programme before
Applicants must clearly indicate the specific area of placement, the business unit and the relevant reference number.
Postal Application
Applications can be addressed to:
The Head of Department
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X9144
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Hand Delivery
Applications can alternatively be hand-delivered to:
174 Mayors Walk
Pietermaritzburg
Online Application
The advertisement also provides for applications through the Provincial e-Recruitment platform, S'thesha Waya Waya.
Applicants should use the official provincial e-recruitment platform rather than unofficial application services.
Enquiries
Mr CM Ndlovu
Human Resource Utilization and Development
Telephone: 033 264 2196 / 2055 / 2129
These contact numbers are for enquiries regarding the internship programme.
Important Information
- Applicants must be unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
- A relevant three-year Bachelor's Degree or National/Advanced Diploma is required.
- Previous participation in a National, Provincial or Local Government internship programme is not permitted.
- Applicants must be willing to relocate to an advertised office at their own cost.
- Computer literacy is required.
- Selection may include a technical assessment and structured interview.
- Applications must clearly state the business unit and relevant reference number.
- Late and faxed applications will not be considered.
- Applicants should ensure that all required information and supporting documents are provided.
Closing Date
The closing date for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development Internship Programme 2026/2027 is:
9 October 2026
Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many internship posts are available?
There are 90 internship positions available across 10 fields.
How much is the stipend?
The advertised monthly stipend is R8,172.
How long is the internship?
The programme runs for 24 months.
Who can apply?
Unemployed graduates who reside in KwaZulu-Natal and have a relevant minimum three-year Bachelor's Degree or National/Advanced Diploma can apply, subject to the other requirements.
Can I apply if I previously completed a government internship?
No. The advertisement states that applicants must never have participated in an internship programme from National, Provincial or Local Government.
Do I need to live in KwaZulu-Natal?
Yes. The advertisement specifies that candidates must be unemployed graduates residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
Can I apply for more than one internship field?
Applicants should carefully follow the advertisement's instructions regarding the specific business unit, placement area and reference number rather than submitting an unspecified general application.
Is computer literacy required?
Yes. Candidates must be computer literate.
Will I have to relocate?
Applicants must be prepared to relocate to any of the listed offices at their own cost.
What is the closing date?
Applications close on 9 October 2026.
iYouth Application Tips
- Match your qualification to the correct internship field.
- Use the correct reference number on your application.
- Complete the Z83 carefully.
- Make sure your CV contains your correct contact and address details.
- Include the required academic records and proof of residence.
- Check your application before submitting it.
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