Z83_form_new (1)The KZN Office of the Premier, located in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, offers exciting graduate internship opportunities for 2025, aimed at empowering young professionals and providing valuable hands-on experience. The graduate internship 2025 program is designed for students and recent graduates looking to gain meaningful exposure to government operations and public service. These South Africa internships 2025 provide a platform for aspiring professionals to build their skills, grow their networks, and contribute to the development of the KwaZulu-Natal region. With its dedication to nurturing future leaders, the KZN Office of the Premier is an excellent destination for students seeking impactful internship opportunities.
KZN Office of the Premier Internship Programme 2025
The KZN Office of the Premier invites unemployed graduates from KwaZulu-Natal to apply for its 24-month Internship Programme. This structured work-based programme is designed to provide experiential learning, helping interns obtain practical skills and competencies in their respective fields.
Internship Positions and Details
Below is the list of internship positions offered, including the requirements, qualifications, benefits, and stipend details:
1. Protection of Human Rights – Senior Citizens
- Ref No: SM/PHR-SC/12/24
- Qualifications Required: National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration or Office Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Location: Pietermaritzburg
- Benefits: Hands-on experience in rights protection and administration.
2. Office on the Rights for Persons with Disabilities
- Ref No: SM/ORPD/12/24
- Qualifications Required: National Diploma/Degree in Public Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Practical exposure to disability advocacy and public management.
3. Economic Transformation
- Ref No: SM/ET/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- BCom in Business Management and Economics
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Gain industry-aligned skills in economic reform processes.
4. Office on the Status of Women
- Ref No: SM/OSW/12/24
- Qualifications Required: National Diploma/Degree in Public Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Engage in gender-focused policy and administrative roles.
5. HIV & AIDS, TB, and STIs
- Ref No: SM/HA/12/24
- Qualifications Required: National Diploma/Degree in Public Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Experience in health programme management within the public sector.
6. Monitoring and Evaluation Programmes
- Ref No: PSP/MEO/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- National Diploma/Degree in Statistics, Economics, Demography, Data Analytics, or M&E
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Learn advanced monitoring and evaluation techniques.
7. Provincial Performance Reporting
- Ref No: PSP/RPR/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Social Science
- Public Administration
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
- Relevant qualification (Postgraduate will be an advantage)
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Develop skills in performance reporting and public service metrics.
8. Labour Relations
- Ref No: SHRM/LR/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Labour Relations Management
- Law qualification (advantageous)
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Practical insights into workforce relations and legal aspects.
9. Human Resource Development & Performance Management
- Ref No: SHRM/HRD&PMDS/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Human Resources Management
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Learn HR strategies and performance appraisal systems.
10. Employee Health and Wellness
- Ref No: SHRM/EHW/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Human Resource Management
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Practical experience in workplace health programs and employee wellness.
11. Training Support Services
- Ref No: SHRM/TSS/12/24
- Qualifications Required: Public Administration
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Hands-on exposure to administration of training initiatives.
12. ICT Infrastructure, Governance, Architecture
- Ref No: SHRM/ICTIGA/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Information Technology
- BSC Computer Science
- BCom IT Management specializing in Cybersecurity
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Real-world experience in IT systems and cybersecurity.
13. Financial Planning
- Ref No: MA/FP/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Accounting
- Cost & Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Learn financial budgeting, forecasts, and strategic planning.
14. Graphic Designer
- Ref No: SHRM/GD/12/24
- Qualifications Required:
- Graphic Design
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop/Corel Draw and other graphic packages.
- Monthly Stipend: Competitive
- Benefits: Work on creative visual projects for government communication.
Additional internship positions are available in Asset Management, Internal Control, Corporate Governance, Integrity Management, Security Services, and more.
General Requirements
- Must be an unemployed graduate from KwaZulu-Natal.
- Willing to relocate to Pietermaritzburg (interns at the Provincial Public Service Training Academy will be based in Durban).
- Must be computer literate.
- Possess a certified copy of a Diploma or Degree certificate.
- Must not have previously enrolled in a graduate internship programme.
Programme Benefits
- 24-month internship contract.
- Hands-on work experience in your field of study.
- Exposure to government operations and policies.
- Monthly stipend to cover living costs.
Closing Date for Applications
Applications close on 10 January 2025. Ensure your documents are submitted on time.
To apply or for more information, contact the KZN Office of the Premier. Take the first step towards building a successful career with this fantastic opportunity!
