Municipal Engineering Internship Programme 2026 (X10 Posts) – Sol Plaatje Municipality

Sol Plaatje Municipality invites suitably qualified unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Municipal Engineering Internship Programme 2026. Successful candidates will gain practical municipal engineering and technical exposure in areas such as infrastructure planning, operations, maintenance, project implementation, laboratory services, water and sanitation services and other relevant technical functions.

Location: Sol Plaatje Municipality, Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa

Number of Posts: 10

Directorate: Infrastructure & Services

Reference Number: BFI01-MIP

Programme Duration: 24 months

Closing Date: 13/11/2026 at 12:00

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Available Internship Opportunities

Civil Engineering Internships – X2

• National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, BEng, or BSc Engineering in Civil Engineering, or relevant equivalent qualification

Analytical Chemistry Internships – X2

• National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, BSc in Analytical Chemistry, or BSc in Chemistry, or relevant equivalent qualification

Chemical Engineering Internships – X2

• National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, BEng, or BSc Engineering in Chemical Engineering, or relevant equivalent qualification

Mechatronics Engineering Internships – X2

• National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, BEng, or BSc Engineering in Mechatronics Engineering, or relevant equivalent qualification

Mechanical Engineering Internships – X2

• National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, BEng, or BSc Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, or relevant equivalent qualification

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have a relevant recognised qualification in one of the advertised disciplines
• Meet applicable workplace or work-integrated learning requirements where relevant
• Be unemployed
• Be available for the full 24-month programme
• Have an interest in municipal engineering and technical work
• Have good written and verbal communication skills
• Have basic computer literacy
• Be willing to learn
• Be able to work in a multidisciplinary technical environment
• Be willing to work at municipal facilities, plants, laboratories, project sites and other operational areas
• Be South African citizens

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Key Performance Areas

Depending on the selected discipline and operational requirements, interns may gain practical exposure in:

• Municipal infrastructure planning, design and project implementation
• Water and sanitation infrastructure and operations
• Roads, stormwater and civil infrastructure
• Water and wastewater treatment processes
• Laboratory sampling, testing, analysis and quality control
• Water and wastewater quality monitoring
• Mechanical plant and pumps
• Electro-mechanical and automated systems
• Preventative and corrective maintenance programmes
• Infrastructure asset management
• Technical inspections
• Preparation of technical reports
• Contract and project management
• Occupational health and safety
• Environmental compliance
• Municipal engineering standards and policies
• Technical administration
• Performance reporting

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Documents Required

Applicants must submit:

• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document
• Certified copies of relevant qualifications
• Academic record or transcript
• Valid driver’s licence
• Proof of residence
• Completed Sol Plaatje Municipality Application for Employment Form (must be completed in your own handwriting using a black pen)

Important: A separate application form is required when applying for more than one position. Canvassing for appointment will result in disqualification. Applications must be submitted by email as one single PDF document.

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How to Apply

Email Your Application

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Note:

• Preference will be given to applicants who permanently reside within the Sol Plaatje Municipality area. Applicants must include proof of residence.
• Shortlisted candidates may undergo qualification verification, reference checks, criminal record screening, and other verification processes.
• Participation in the programme does not guarantee permanent employment with Sol Plaatje Municipality after completion.
• For enquiries, email municipalinternships@bigengroup.com.