Kwazulu-Natal Department of Transport invites South African unemployed graduates Internship Programme 2024.
Internship Application Closing Date: 27 September 2024.
Internship Location: KwaZulu Natal
The internship program is tailored for unemployed graduates who are eager to gain hands-on experience in various fields related to transport, infrastructure development, and administration. This effort is part of the department’s overall commitment to promoting youth employment and skill development throughout the province. Successful interns will be placed in different directorates within the department, depending on their qualifications and field of study.
The internship normally lasts 12 months, giving participants plenty of opportunity to hone their talents, learn business dynamics, and contribute to significant initiatives. Interns will also be paid a monthly stipend to help with their living expenses during the program.
Internship Opportunities are offered for applications in the following placement areas:
1. Assets / Stores
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Asset Management
Inventory Management
Public Administration
Public Management
2. Auxiliary Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Management Assistant
Office Management & Technology
Public Management
Public Administration
3. Communications
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Public Relations
Journalism
Photography
Graphic Design
4. Corporate Support Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Property Management
Built Environment
Real Estate
Fleet Management
5. Empowerment Programmes
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Community Development
Social Science and (valid driver’s license)
6. Finance
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Financial Accounting
Financial Management
Management Accounting
7. Fleet Services Interns
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Logistics
Fleet Management
8. General Administration Interns
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Management Assistant
Office Management & Technology
Public Management
Public Administration
9. Human Resource Management
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Human Resource Management
Public Administration
Public Management
10. Information Technology
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Auditing
Business Analysis
Business Solution
Information Technology
Digital Marketing
Project Management
Public Administration
Public Management
Public Relations
Software Development
Systems Development
11. Maintenance
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Civil Engineering
12. Monitoring & Evaluation
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Auditing
Monitoring & Evaluation
13. Motor Transport Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Accounting
Financial Management
Human Resource Management
Information Technology
Public Administration
Public Management
14. Organizational Development Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Management Services
Operations Management
Production Management
15. Office Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Public Administration
Public Management
16. Provincial Regulatory Entity
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Public Management
Administration
Transport Management
17. Registry / Records
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Information Management
Archival Science
18. Risk Management
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Internal Auditing
Risk Management
19. Road Safety
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Project Management
Road Safety & Traffic Management
Developmental Studies
Communication Studies
20. Supply Chain Management
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Supply Chain Management
Financial Accounting
Financial Management
21. Technical
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Construction Management
Civil Engineering
22. Transport Infrastructure & District Services
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Civil Engineering
Public Administration
23. Traffic Camera Office
National Diploma/ Degree in:
Office Administration
Public Administration
Requirements:
- The applicant must be from a historically disadvantaged background.
- Applicants must be unemployed.
- Applicants must be computer competent with Microsoft products.
- Candidates must show a willingness to work and thrive in their specialized professions.
How to apply
All applications must be submitted on a Z83 Application Form accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) with traceable contact details. Clearly state on the application form the Placement Area and Accupation you are applying for, e.g. Cost Centre Metro: Finance
NB. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of an ID documents, qualifications, and recent academic transcripts / records.
Applicants must attach a signed affidavit from a Commissioner of Oaths indicating they are unemployed and have never participated in an internship programme. Applicants who have already participated in an internship programme within a Government department will not be considered. NB: Failure to submit the required documentation will result in the application not being considered.
Applications are to be forwarded to the Directorate:
Human Resource Development,
Private Bag X9043,
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Or
Hand delivered to: 172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201,
For the Attention: Mrs Dale Lewis.
Applications can also be delivered to the Departments Regional Offices (HRD Section).
Please note:
- Successful candidates will be responsible for their own transport and accommodation during the period of internship.
- Applicants must note that their qualifications (Matric Certificate & Tertiary Certificate) will be submitted to SAQA for verification, therefore applicants must ensure that any outstanding fees to the institutions are paid as the system may block the verification of the qualification and result in the applicant not being considered.
- Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders must attach a copy of their Permanent Residence Permits to their applications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualification/s evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority
- The Department will pay a monthly stipend to all Graduate Interns.
- The successful applicants will be required to enter into an agreement with the Department.
- If invited for an interview, the costs incurred with attending the interview e.g. transport, accommodation etc. will be the responsibility of the applicant.
- No e-mailed or faxed applications will be accepted.
- Only certificates from Tertiary Institutions will be accepted and not letters of completion.
Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date, kindly regard your application as unsuccessful.
