City of Johannesburg: Student Internship Opportunities

ByRainbow Time

The City of Johannesburg invites applications from qualifying Johannesburg residents for student internships in Community Development and Transport departments, offering hands-on exposure in governance, risk management, public relations, executive support, transport systems, integrated planning, and quality control for periods not exceeding 18 months at R10 109,86 pm for completed qualifications or R3 500,00 pm for enrolled students, requiring Grade 12 plus relevant NQF 6/7 diplomas or degrees (minimum 360 credits) or first-year completion in specified fields, with applications accepted online only via provided links using Google Chrome and certified ID, qualifications, and CV attachments by closing dates of 12, 18, or 20 November 2025 depending on the position, while unsuccessful applicants receive no notification after six weeks and consent to background checks is implied upon submission.

Available Internship Positions – Community Development Department (CoJ)
STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 029/2025

Department: Community Development
Branch: Integrated Planning, Policy and Research
Designation: Internship: Integrated Planning, Policy and Research
Location: Region C
Stipend: R10 109,86 pm
Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 November 2025

STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 031/2025

Department: Transport

Position 1: Internship: Transport Systems Management

  • Branch: Transport Systems Management
  • Location: 75 Helen Joseph Street, Old Mutual Building, Johannesburg
  • Stipend: R10 109,86 pm (Qualification completed) OR R3 500,00 pm (Enrolled as student)
  • Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 November 2025

Position 2: Internship: Quality Control

  • Branch: Scheduled Services Management Agency
  • Location: 75 Helen Joseph Street, Old Mutual Building, Johannesburg
  • Stipend: R10 109,86 pm (Qualification completed) OR R3 500,00 pm (Enrolled as student)
  • Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 November 2025

STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 032/2025

Department: Community Development

Position 1: Internship: Governance, Risk Management & Compliance

  • Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
  • Location: JD House, 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
  • Stipend: R10 109,86 pm
  • Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

Position 2: Internship: Liaison & Public Relations

  • Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
  • Location: JD House, 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
  • Stipend: R10 109,86 pm
  • Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

Position 3: Internship: Executive Director’s Office

  • Branch: Executive Director’s Office
  • Location: 124 Van Beek Street, Johannesburg Stadium
  • Stipend: R10 109,86 pm
  • Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) invites suitably qualified students residing in Johannesburg to apply for various internship opportunities within the Community Development Department. These internships are designed to provide practical work experience to students who require on-the-job exposure as part of their academic qualifications or after graduation to obtain experiential training.

    Internship: Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
    Department: Community Development
    Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
    Remuneration: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
    Location: Temporary: JD House 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
    Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Grade 12 (NQF 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in Public Management, Business Administration, or related field with a focus on Risk Management and/or Compliance (Qualification completed with minimum 360 credits).
    • Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: To provide administrative and analytical support to the Business Management Support Directorate in the areas of governance, risk management, compliance monitoring, and performance reporting. The internship aims to expose the incumbent to municipal governance processes, strengthen analytical and coordination abilities, and contribute to maintaining transparent and ethical service delivery in line with Batho Pele Principles.

    Key Learning Areas:

    • Assist the Directorate with coordination of governance, risk and compliance documentation;
    • Assist with collation and verification of performance evidence,
    • Provide general office and meeting support,
    • Contribute to communication and awareness activities,
    • Support audit preparation and information management,

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
    • Competence in Excel-based data tracking or dashboard reporting.
    • Verbal and written communication skills.
    • Organisational and time management abilities.
    • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Accuracy and attention to detail.
    • Confidentiality and professionalism.
    • Teamwork and adaptability.

    Core Competencies:

    • Basic understanding of municipal governance and risk management.
    • Ability to interpret governance frameworks, risk policy, and compliance standards.
    • Awareness of Batho Pele Principles and ethical conduct.
    • Familiarity with records management and performance monitoring.

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/13M1qCe6eTVOQpd1iMdgmGAew554
    Enquiries: Asonele Ngalonkulu | (011) 407 6553

    Internship: Liaison & Public Relations
    Department: Community Development
    Branch: Business Management & Support Unit
    Remuneration: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
    Location: Temporary: JD House 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein
    Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations (Qualification completed with minimum 360 credits).
    • Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: To provide administrative and creative support to the Business Management Support Directorate in implementing communication, branding, and public liaison activities that enhance departmental visibility, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge-sharing. The internship aims to expose the incumbent to municipal communication processes, equip them with experience in designing and publishing internal media products such as the departmental newsletter, and contribute to consistent and professional communication in line with City of Johannesburg branding and communication protocols.

    Key Learning Areas:

    • Assist with drafting and preparation of internal and external communication materials;
    • Support the layout, design, and content compilation of the departmental quarterly newsletter
    • Assist with public liaison, event communication, and programme documentation;
    • Contribute to the preparation, publication, and analysis of content for departmental and directorate social-media pages;
    • Provide administrative, coordination, and record-keeping support for communication, liaison, and stakeholder management.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
    • Competence in Excel-based data tracking or dashboard reporting.
    • Verbal and written communication skills.
    • Organisational and time management abilities.
    • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Accuracy and attention to detail.
    • Confidentiality and professionalism.
    • Teamwork and adaptability.
    • Creativity and visual communication awareness (e.g. basic design layout or content presentation).

    Core Competencies:

    • Basic understanding of private or public-sector communication and branding guidelines.
    • Awareness of Batho Pele Principles and municipal service-delivery values.
    • Familiarity with internal communication channels, social-media platforms, and digital content management.
    • Basic understanding of stakeholder management and event communication.

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1Us-cg1ZfSnWbITzY0vC0tAew554
    Enquiries: Viwe Nkohla | (011) 407 6553

    Internship: Executive Directors Office
    Department: Community Development
    Branch: Executive Directors Office
    Remuneration: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
    Location: 124 Van Beek Street, Johannesburg Stadium
    Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF level 6/7) in Public Administration, Office Management, or Secretarial Studies (Qualification completed with minimum 360 credits):
    • Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: To provide administrative, secretarial, and executive support to the Office of the Executive Director: Community Development. The intern will assist in maintaining efficient communication, record-keeping, meeting coordination, and diary management functions, thereby gaining practical exposure to executive level operations, governance protocols, and professional office management within a municipal environment.

    Key Learning Areas:

    • Assist with general office administration and frontline support.
    • Assist with scheduling and logistics for the Executive Directors meetings.
    • Assist with filing, retrieval and tracking of records.
    • Support preparation and dissemination of routine communication.
    • Assist with preparation for governance and management forums.
    • Provide routine HR/office logistics support.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
    • Good written and verbal communication.
    • Professional presentation and interpersonal skills.
    • Attention to detail, and confidentiality and accuracy in handling information.
    • Time management, organisation, and multitasking.

    Core Competencies:

    • Basic administrative and clerical procedures.
    • Understanding of office and telephone etiquette.
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
    • Awareness of municipal governance and Batho Pele Principles.

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/10ZXglKpoR46VYt30I7sdhQew554
    Enquiries: Ntokozo Mandlazi | (011) 407 6553

    Internship: Transport Systems Management
    Department: Transport
    Branch: Transport Systems Management
    Remuneration: (Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) OR : R3 500,00 pm (Basic salary, no benefits)
    Location: 75 Helen Joseph Street, Old Mutual Building, Johannesburg
    Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Grade 12 at NQF level 4 with at least 1st year completed (2 semesters complete) of the Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or Town and Regional Planning or Transport Management.
    • Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: The internships affords the interns an opportunity to gain skills in transport planning and development planning, and the implementation of transport policy/ regulations.

    Key Performance Areas:

    • Develop and manage strategies to improve the overall performance of the transportation system, which includes amongst others evaluation of traffic impact studies that will generate more than 1500 vehicle trips;
    • Assist in the development of nodal transport plans in the CoJ;
    • Implementation of the Security Access Restrictions Policy;
    • Assist with the Stakeholder Consultation processes of projects / programs run by the unit

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (MS Office applications) and email.
    • Organising skills and attention to detail;
    • Excellent communication skills- verbal, listening and written;
    • Time management; and Work under pressure.

    Core Competencies:

    • Knowledge of basic Traffic Engineering Theory; Development Planning;
    • Knowledge of Technical Report writing;

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1Ewwxe4iBSDCtAAHwYtuBIAew554
    Enquiries: Karabo Khumalo | (011) 022 8656

    Internship: Integrated Planning, Policy and Research
    Department: Community Development
    Branch: Integrated Planning, Policy and Research
    Remuneration: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
    Location: Region C
    Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Matric/Grade 12 (NQF level 4) plus a Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Public Management, Development Studies, Political Studies or related field;
    • Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: Provide analytical, research, and coordination support to the integrated Planning, Policy and Research (IPPR) Directorate within the department of Community Development. Develop practical skills in policy strategic planning performance monitoring, and data analysis to enhance evidence- based decision- making. Contribute to the formulation and implementation of departmental policies and performance framework that support effective governance and service delivery across the department.

    Key Learning Areas:

    • Conduct research, reviews and analysis of policy, legislative and strategic documents;
    • Assist in business planning and verification and performance for departmental and City scorecards;
    • Support facilitation, documentation and analysis of stakeholder inputs for policy and planning processes;
    • Support collection, analysis and presentation of policy and performance data for reporting and decision-making;
    • Provide administrative, logistical and record keeping support for IPPR operation and governance compliance.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Competence in MS Excel and Power BI (or equivalent tools for data visualization);
    • Research, data analysis and report- writing skills;
    • Communication and presentation skills (oral and written);
    • Organizational, administrative and coordination skills;
    • Attention to detail and analytical reasoning;
    • Application to Batho Pele Principles and professional ethics.

    Core Competencies:

    • Understanding of policy development cycles, research design, and evidence-based decision making;
    • Familiarity with municipal governance framework, the Municipal Systems Act (MSA) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA);
    • Basic understanding of performance management, SDBIP, and IDP alignment;
    • Knowledge of stakeholder consultation, data analysis and presentation techniques.

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1AyCQogktQzmfKV2sEeWxywew554
    Enquiries: Karabo Nhlapo | (011) 407 6553

    Internship: Quality Control
    Department: Transport
    Branch: Scheduled Services Management Agency
    Remuneration: (Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109.86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) OR : R3 500,00 pm (Basic salary, no benefits)
    Location: 75 Helen Joseph Street, Old Mutual Building, Johannesburg
    Closing Date: Tuesday, 18 November 2025

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Grade 12 at NQF level 4 (with at least mathematics);
    • Studying towards and/or completed NQF level 6 (Diploma in Transportation Management/Logistics Management)
    • Transportation Management NQF level 6, Logistics management NQF level 6 or any other related Quality Compliance NQF level 6 qualifications.
    • Substantial knowledge on how to record and balance figures;
    • Candidate must be able to work schedule shifts according to department operating hours.
    • Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.

    Primary Function: Manually record bus kilometers for Rea Vaya Phase 1A, Rea Vaya Phase 1B and Rea Vaya Phase 1C since BMCM is not yet in place.

    Key Performance Areas:

    • Monitoring and recording of daily operated bus kilometers;
    • Identifying and capturing of miss trips.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (MS Office applications) and email.
    • Language proficiency (reading and writing) in English and excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills;
    • Problem analysis and problem-solving;
    • Ability to work with numbers.

    Core Competencies:

    • Knowledge of public transport operations;
    • Ability to complete operations reports;
    • Ability to project daily bus operations statistics and plan for future.

    Apply Online: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1gLlFl0iNRpGnbcolI3UDJgew554
    Enquiries: Karabo Khumalo | (011) 022 8656

    General Application Guidelines
    An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a pre-requisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students.

    • This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities, who qualify for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before, except in circumstances where the internship programme was not relevant to the candidate’s course of study (Community Development) / who qualifies for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before (Transport).
    • This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months
    • Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular.
    • Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV).
    • Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.
    • The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
    • The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer.
    • Appointments will be made in accordance with the COJ Employment Equity policy and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply (Transport positions).

    Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: Credit Record, CV validation and Employment record verification, Criminal check, and Identity validation.

    Please take note that only online applications will be considered.

    Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.