Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Young Technical Graduates Training Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 08 May 2026
Internship Location: East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa
The Buffalo City Metro, in partnership with National Treasury, is offering a 3-year structured graduate training programme aimed at equipping young graduates with technical skills and workplace experience in municipal infrastructure, planning, and development environments.
Programme Overview
- Programme: Young Technical Graduates Training Programme
- Duration: 3 Years
- Location: East London
- Host: Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
- Partner: National Treasury
- Application Method: CV + supporting documents (No application form required)
This programme provides long-term technical training, mentorship, and real municipal project exposure, making it more valuable than typical internships.
Fields Available and Reference Numbers
Ref No: 01/26 – Geomatics Division (X2 Posts)
Qualification Required:
- BSc / Degree in Land Surveying or Geomatics
Ref No: 02/26 – GIS Unit (X2 Posts)
Qualification Required:
- Degree in GIS / Geography
- Or Earth Science with GIS as a major
Ref No: 03/26 – Electrical Engineering (X2 Posts)
Qualification Required:
- National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Ref No: 04/26 – Spatial Planning (Diploma) (X2 Posts)
Qualification Required:
- National Diploma in Town and Regional Planning
Ref No: 05/26 – Property Valuation (X1 Post)
Qualification Required:
- National Diploma in Property Valuation
Ref No: 06/26 – Spatial Planning (Degree) (X1 Post)
Qualification Required:
- Degree in Town and Regional Planning
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Reside in Buffalo City Metro or Eastern Cape
- Have Grade 12
- Be unemployed
- Be computer literate
What You Will Gain
Successful candidates will receive:
- Structured technical mentorship
- Exposure to municipal planning systems
- Hands-on experience in:
- GIS and spatial data
- Infrastructure projects
- Surveying and mapping
- Electrical systems
- Property valuation
- Experience in budgeting and development planning
Career Opportunities After Programme
This programme prepares graduates for careers such as:
- GIS Analyst
- Infrastructure Planner
- Electrical Technician
- Town Planner
- Valuation Technician
- Municipal Technical Specialist
Who Should Apply
This programme is ideal for graduates who:
- Live in the Eastern Cape
- Have qualifications in engineering, planning, GIS, or valuation
- Are unemployed
- Want long-term careers in the public sector
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified academic records
- Certified copy of ID
- Driver’s licence (if applicable)
- Cover letter (include correct reference number)
⚠️ Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by hand or post:
Hand Delivery:
Human Resources Performance & Development Department
No. 58 Belgravia Crescent
Southernwood
East London
Postal Address:
Directorate of Corporate Services
P.O. Box 134
East London
5200
📞 Enquiries: 043 705 3281 / 3284
Important Notes
- No municipal application form is required
- Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number
- Programme duration is 3 years
- Late applications will not be considered