City of Johannesburg: Paralegal Internships 2026

Apply before Jun 08, 2026
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Group Legal and Contracts Department is offering Internship opportunities to suitably qualified and unemployed graduates. The Interships will run for a a period NOT exceeding eighteen (18) months.

Position Title: Paralegal Internship

Department: Group Legal and Contracts

Reference No / Circular: CIRCULAR 010/2026

Duration: 18 Months contract

Stipend: R10 104,26 pm (total cost to company)

Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein

Primary Function: Render comprehensive legal assistance to the Group Legal and Contracts Department of the City related to the preparation and filing of documents, report writing and undertaking research/ A Paralegal is also required to evaluate and assess all legal matters, which are instituted against the City to ensure that any legal claims against the Council, Municipal Entities, third parties and other stakeholders are minimized and that the interests of the council are legally protected.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance and administrative support to the Group Legal and Contracts Department as well as Municipal Entities (MEs);
• Perform tasks associated with the provision of general office support and a telephonic service;
• Manage the litigation management unit by executing specific instructions and applying laid down procedures with regard to managing and coordinating the Litigation office by interacting with directors, deputy directors and legal advisors and externally with the legal practitioners and other service providers with regard to processing documents;
• Arrange and attend meetings for the litigation management unit and department, such as BSCs and BECs; • Manage the litigation management administrative activities.

Requirements

• A Matric/Grade 12 Certificate;
• National Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6 or Higher) in:

1. Law / LLB
2. Legal Assistance
3. Paralegal
4. or related field

• No experience required

Skills and Competencies

• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite;
• Good communication (verbal and written);
• Good people skills;
• Coordination skills.
• Litigation Management;
• Court proceedings, processes and procedures.

How to Apply
Apply Online for the City of Johannesburg: Paralegal Internships 2026