City of Johannesburg Student Internship 2026

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) has officially published Student Internship Circular 006/2026, inviting qualifying students from Johannesburg communities to apply for an internship opportunity within the Human Settlements Department.

Closing Date: Monday, 02 March 2026
Duration: Not exceeding 18 months
Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein

This programme forms part of the City’s commitment to providing work-based training and experiential learning for students who require practical exposure to complete or complement their academic qualifications.

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Internship Position

Designation: Internship – Policy, Planning & Research

Remuneration:

R10 109,86 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits)
Applicable to candidates who have completed a qualification with a minimum of 360 credits.

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Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is open to:

• Youth residing in Johannesburg communities
• Students who have never participated in an internship programme before
  (Except where a previous internship was not relevant to the field of study)
• City of Johannesburg residents only

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Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
• NQF Level 7 qualification in one of the following fields:
  • Housing
  • Human Settlements
  • Public Administration
  • Public Policy
  • Development Studies
  • Law
  • Related Social Sciences disciplines

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Primary Function of the Role

The intern will:

• Contribute to research activities within the Directorate
• Assist in policy development and baseline research
• Coordinate stakeholder engagements and public participation processes
• Provide administrative support within the Directorate

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Key Learning Areas

Interns will gain experience in:

• Producing quality research reports
• Policy development processes
• Stakeholder coordination and public forums
• Administrative support and project coordination

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Required Competencies

Leading Competencies:

• Confidentiality and organisational skills
• Analytical and research skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work under pressure and independently
• Time management and prioritisation

Core Competencies:

• ICT literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• English language proficiency
• Knowledge of public service sector
• Understanding of Human Settlements challenges
• Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles and professionalism

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Important Notes

• This internship will not exceed 18 months.
• The City reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Only online applications will be accepted.
• If no response is received within six weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Shortlisted candidates may undergo:

• Credit checks
• Criminal record checks
• Employment verification
• Identity validation

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only.

Apply via:

👉 https://share.hsforms.com/1VULhPD4MRBi1E-rXJ82sAA469tl
or
👉 Visit: www.joburg.org.za

Applicants must:

• Complete the online job application form
• Attach certified copies of:
  • Qualification(s)
  • ID document
  • Updated CV

Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying.

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Enquiries

Contact Person: Nonjabulo Sibiya
Telephone: (011) 061 3141

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Closing Date

Monday, 02 March 2026

Late applications will not be considered.