The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) has announced exciting Graduate Internship Programme opportunities for unemployed South African graduates. The programme offers a monthly stipend of R12 000 and provides valuable workplace experience in Information Technology and Call Centre Management.

Successful candidates will be based at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria Gauteng where they will receive structured workplace training while developing practical skills that improve future employment prospects.

Whether you recently completed your qualification in Computer Science Software Development Mobile Application Development Information Technology or Call Centre Management this could be your opportunity to launch your professional career.

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CIPC Graduate Internship Programme Overview

Employer	Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)
Programme	Graduate Internship Programme
Duration	12 Months and 24 Months depending on the programme
Stipend	R12 000 per month
Location	Sunnyside Pretoria Gauteng
Employment Type	Internship
Age Requirement	18 to 35 years
Closing Dates	7 July 2026 13 July 2026 and 16 July 2026

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Available Internship Opportunities

1. Innovation and Collaboration Graduate Internship (X2)

Reference Number: CIP260702-1

Business Unit
Commissioner’s Office

Department
Innovation and Collaboration

Number of Posts
2

Duration
12 Months

Closing Date
13 July 2026

Required Qualification

Applicants must possess:

• National Diploma or Degree in Computer Science
• Specialisation in Software Development or Mobile Application Development
• Minimum academic average of 75%
• Must have participated in at least one Hackathon

What You Will Gain

Successful interns will gain practical workplace experience while contributing to innovation projects digital transformation and collaborative technology initiatives within CIPC.

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2. Graduate Internship Programme in Application Management (X4)

Reference Number: CIP260629-1

Business Unit
Business Intelligence and Systems

Department
ICT Strategy Planning and Architecture

Number of Posts
4

Duration
24 Months

Closing Date
16 July 2026

Minimum Qualification

Applicants must possess one of the following:

• National Diploma in Information Technology (Software Development)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology (Software Development)
• National Diploma in Computer Science
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Interns will receive exposure to enterprise application support software systems ICT planning digital services and business applications.

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3. Call Centre Internship (X10)

Reference Number: CIP260624-1

Business Unit
Corporate Services

Department
E-Communication and Client Engagement

Number of Posts
10

Duration
24 Months

Closing Date
7 July 2026

Required Qualification

Applicants must have:

• Diploma in Call Centre Management
• Degree in Call Centre Management
• Diploma in Communication
• Degree in Communication

Interns will receive practical workplace experience within CIPC’s client engagement and communication environment while developing customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.

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Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens
• Be unemployed graduates
• Be between 18 and 35 years old
• Have completed the required qualification
• Have never participated in a Graduate Internship Programme
• Have little or no work experience related to their qualification
• Be available to work in Pretoria

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Monthly Stipend

Successful interns will receive:

R12 000 per month

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Required Supporting Documents

Applicants must combine the following documents into one PDF document before uploading:

• Updated CV
• Certified South African ID
• Certified qualification
• Academic transcript or academic record where required

Failure to upload all required documents may result in the application being disqualified.

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Important Information

• Successful candidates will undergo qualification verification and citizenship checks.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• CIPC reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.
• Faxed emailed posted and hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.

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Why You Should Apply

Graduate internships remain one of the fastest ways for unemployed graduates to gain practical experience after completing their studies.

The CIPC Graduate Internship Programme offers:

• Structured workplace learning
• Government work experience
• Professional mentorship
• Exposure to modern ICT systems
• Improved employability
• A competitive monthly stipend of R12 000

For graduates seeking careers in software development application management innovation digital technology or client engagement this programme provides an excellent opportunity to build valuable experience within a respected national institution.

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official CIPC e-Recruitment portal before the relevant closing date.

Applicants should carefully read the advert and ensure all required documents are combined into a single PDF before uploading.

Late incomplete emailed posted faxed or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.

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Closing Dates

Internship	Closing Date
Call Centre Internship (X10)	7 July 2026
Innovation and Collaboration (X2)	13 July 2026
Application Management (X4)	16 July 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the internship?

Unemployed South African graduates aged 18 to 35 who have completed the required qualification and have never participated in a graduate internship programme.

How much is the stipend?

Successful interns will receive R12 000 per month.

Where will interns be placed?

All successful applicants will be based at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria Gauteng.

Can applicants with foreign qualifications apply?

Yes. Foreign qualifications must first be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before appointment.

Can applications be emailed?

No. Applications must be submitted through the official CIPC online recruitment portal. Faxed emailed posted and hand-delivered applications will not be considered.

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Final Thoughts

The CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2026 presents an outstanding opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain valuable government workplace experience while earning a R12 000 monthly stipend. With opportunities available in Innovation and Collaboration Application Management and Call Centre Management graduates can build practical skills that strengthen their careers in the public and private sectors.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the relevant closing dates to avoid missing this opportunity.