NHLS Internships 2026 – HR and Law (Pretoria, 2-Year Programme)
The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) is taking on graduate interns in Legal Services and Human Resources at its corporate office in Pretoria. It’s a two-year paid internship starting on 1 December 2026, with a monthly stipend based on your qualification level. If you have an LLB or an HR or Industrial Psychology qualification and you’re unemployed, this is a strong two years of public-sector experience.
Verified by Lloyd Media Lab on 11 November 2026 against the official NHLS advert.
Quick facts
- Employer: National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS)
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
- Fields: Legal Services and Human Resources
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng (corporate region)
- Duration: 2 years, fixed-term and not renewable
- Start date: 1 December 2026
- Stipend: Monthly, based on your qualification level
- Age: 18 to 35
- How to apply: By email
- Closing date: 13 November 2026
Available internships
| Internship | Business unit | Qualification needed | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Services Intern | Commercials and Contracts | LLB, and admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa | CORP-CAC01-001-11/26 |
| Legal Services Intern | Compliance | LLB | CORP-C01-001-11/26 |
| Human Resources Intern | Human Resources | Diploma, Degree, Advanced Diploma or BTech in Human Resource Management/Development or Industrial Psychology | CORP-HR-001-11/26 |
Who can apply
- Unemployed South African citizens aged 18 to 35
- A completed Diploma, Advanced Diploma (NQF 6, 360 credits), Degree, Honours or Master’s in the field listed for the post
- Never been part of an internship programme in the Public Service before
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Computer literate, with good tech skills
- A driver’s licence is an advantage
Skills they’re looking for
- Teamwork and collaboration
- A positive attitude, reliability and self-discipline
- Responsibility, commitment and a focus on results
- Emotional intelligence and resilience
- Strong people and organisational skills
- Solid knowledge of your field
Documents you must attach
- A recent, detailed CV listing all your qualifications and experience with dates
- Certified copies of your qualifications
- A certified copy of your ID
- A certified copy of your driver’s licence, if you have one
Your certification must still be valid on the day you apply, so get your copies certified recently. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to apply
Applications must be sent by email to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za. Put the position title and reference number in the subject line.
- Update your CV first. Use our free CV builder if you need one.
- Certify your ID and qualifications at a police station, then scan them as PDFs.
- Tap the button for the internship you’re applying for. The correct subject line is filled in for you.
- Attach your CV and certified documents, then send before 13 November 2026.
Tips to stand out
- Apply for the right post. The Contracts post needs you to be an admitted attorney. If you only have an LLB, apply for the Compliance post.
- Use the exact subject line. NHLS says wrongly submitted applications won’t be considered. The buttons fill this in for you.
- Put dates on everything. Your CV must show when you studied and any work, volunteering or vac work, with dates.
- Send one tidy email. Attach PDFs, not photos, and keep the total size small.
- Apply today. It closes on 13 November, and there are only a few posts.
What happens after you apply
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The internship starts on 1 December 2026, so shortlisting and interviews will move quickly. Keep your phone on and check your email, including spam.
Scam warning: The NHLS never asks for money to apply or to secure an internship. If anyone asks you to pay, it’s a scam. See how we verify every opportunity.
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