DBE: Internship Programme 2025/2027

ByRainbow Time

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is excited to call for applications from suitably qualified and passionate candidates for its 24-month Internship Programme. This programme provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your professional skills, and actively participate in shaping the future of education in South Africa.

  • Position: Internship Programme
  • Reference Number: DBE/01/2025
  • Contract Duration: Fixed 24-month contract
  • Stipend:
  • Graduate Internship: R7,860.39 per month
  • National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent: R5,639.64 per month
  • Centre: Department of Basic Education, Pretoria

Fields of Study:

The internship is open to candidates in various fields, including but not limited to:

  • Data Capture
  • Office Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Public Management and Administration
  • Financial Management
  • Cost Accounting
  • Accounting Science
  • Information Technology
  • Information Science Research
  • VB Programming
  • SQL Database/GIS Knowledge
  • Information and Records Management
  • Data Management and Analysis
  • Public Relations/Social Media
  • Communication
  • Journalism
  • Graphic Design
  • Videography
  • Events Management
  • Marketing
  • Arts and Culture
  • Librarian
  • Legal Qualification/Law
  • International Relations
  • Asset Management
  • Security Management (with PSIRA Grades)
  • Customer Service
  • Health and Safety Management
  • Public Private Partnership
  • Bachelor of Arts in Education
  • Bachelor of Education specializing in English
  • Curriculum
  • ICT in Education
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Internal Audit
  • Economics
  • Logistical Service
  • Transport Management
  • Sport Management
  • Content Development
  • Project Management
  • Food Services
  • Health Science/Promotion
  • Civil Engineering
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Business Analyst
  • IT/IS Architectural Design
  • Psychology/Social Work
  • Application Development/Programming.

Requirements:

  • Applicants must have a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent for certain roles, or relevant qualifications for graduate-level internships in the listed fields.

Documents:

  • A fully completed and signed Z83 form.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents are not required with the initial application but will be requested from shortlisted candidates before interviews.
  • Clear indication of the post and reference number (DBE/01/2025) on the Z83 form.

Closing Date: 29 August 2025

Note: Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates.

Additional Notes:

  • People with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply, reinforcing the affirmative action focus.
  • Applicants can visit the DBE website (www.education.gov.za) or the Department of Public Service and Administration (www.dpsa.gov.za) for further details.

Affirmative Action and Employment Equity:

  • The DBE emphasizes promoting equity in line with its Employment Equity Plan, prioritizing the filling of numeric targets.
  • Applicants are required to indicate their race, gender, and disability status to facilitate this process.
  • Preference is given to underrepresented groups as per the DBE Employment Equity Targets.
  • Women and people with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply, aligning with affirmative action goals to address historical imbalances in employment.
Response to Affirmative Action Employment

The DBE’s Internship Programme strongly aligns with South Africa’s Employment Equity Act and affirmative action policies, which aim to redress historical inequalities in employment by promoting fair representation of designated groups (e.g., Black individuals, women, and people with disabilities). By requiring applicants to indicate their race, gender, and disability status, the DBE ensures that hiring decisions can prioritize underrepresented groups to meet its Employment Equity Plan targets. This approach is consistent with South African labor legislation, which encourages proactive measures to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

The explicit encouragement for women and people with disabilities to apply reflects a targeted effort to address gaps in representation within the education sector. The programme’s broad range of fields also ensures opportunities for diverse skill sets, further supporting inclusivity across various professional domains.

Additional Guidance
  • How to Apply:
  • Download the latest Z83 form from www.education.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za.
  • Complete the form fully, sign page 2, and include the post reference number (DBE/01/2025).
  • Attach a detailed CV to your application.
  • Submit via the specified channels (post, hand-delivery, or email) by 29 August 2025.
  • Ensure you indicate your race, gender, and disability status on the Z83 form to comply with the affirmative action requirements.

Application Process:

  • Submission:
  • By post: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001
  • Hand-delivery: Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria
  • Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
  • Form: Applications must be submitted on the most recent Z83 Application for Employment Form, available from the DBE website (www.education.gov.za) or any Public Service Department. Use of the old Z83 form will lead to disqualification.

For People with Disabilities or Women:

  • The advertisement explicitly encourages your application, and your status as part of these groups may enhance your eligibility under the DBE’s Employment Equity Targets.
  • Enquiries:
  • Contact Ms M Matidza or Ms T Sekgapola for clarification on the application process or requirements.