The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the 2025–2027 Internship Programme.
Internship Application Closing Date: 25 July 2025 at 16h00
Internship Duration: 24 Months
Internship Stipend: R94 326 per annum
Internship Location: Mpumalanga (Head Office and Districts)
Available Internship Opportunities and Reference Numbers
The following internship positions are available across various disciplines:
Structured Agricultural Training (x3 posts)
- Animal Production – Nkangala (Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/01)
- Crop Production – Gert Sibande (Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/02)
- Crop Production – Ehlanzeni (Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/03)
Requirements: BSc in Crop & Animal Production or equivalent
Agri-Business (x2 posts)
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/04
Requirements: BSc in Agricultural Economics or equivalent
Environmental Impact Assessment (x1 post)
- Centre: Gert Sibande – Ermelo
Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/05
Requirements: Degree in Environmental Management/Natural Sciences
Environmental Education (x2 posts)
- Ehlanzeni – CYCAD (Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/06)
- Nkangala – Kwamhlanga (Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/07)
Pollution and Waste Management (x3 posts)
- Posts available in Gert Sibande, Ehlanzeni, and Nkangala
Risk Management (x1 post)
- Centre: Head Office, Mbombela
Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/11
Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Public Finance, or Public Admin
Information Technology (x7 posts)
- Available across Head Office, Nkangala, Gert Sibande, Ehlanzeni, and Bohlabela
Requirements: Degree in Computer Science or IT diploma (with A+, N+, MCSA)
Human Resources Management & Development (x5 posts)
Financial Accounting (x6 posts)
Management Accounting (x6 posts)
Asset and Facility Management (x6 posts)
Supply Chain Management (x6 posts)
Corporate Services (x14 posts)
Communication Services (x6 posts)
Monitoring & Evaluation (x1 post)
Policy, Planning & Coordination (x1 post)
Internal Audit (x1 post)
Labour Relations (x1 post)
Transversal Services (x3 posts)
Requirements vary per post, typically requiring relevant Diploma or Degree in fields such as:
- HRM
- Finance
- Supply Chain
- Communications
- Public Management
- Environmental Sciences
- Agriculture
- IT
- Labour Relations
How to Apply
Submit your applications to the relevant district office or Head Office:
Head Office – Mbombela:
Email: dardlearecruitment-ho@mpg.gov.za
Ehlanzeni District:
Email: dardlearecruitment-ehls@mpg.gov.za
Bohlabela District:
Email: dardlearecruitment-ehln@mpg.gov.za
Gert Sibande District:
Email: dardlearecruitment-gs@mpg.gov.za
Nkangala District:
Email: dardlearecruitment-nka@mpg.gov.za
Required Documents:
- Completed and signed new Z83 form
- Comprehensive CV
- No need to attach certified documents at the application stage
- Shortlisted candidates will submit certified documents at interview
Download Z83 form here: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Applicants must not have participated in a government internship before.
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- A separate application must be submitted for each post you’re applying for.