SANParks Internship Programme 2026 – Apply Now

SANParks Internship Programme 2026 – Apply Now

Internship Programme Opportunities – South African National Parks (SANParks) 2026.

South African National Parks (SANParks) is inviting applications from unemployed graduates who have completed a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) at a recognized South African Higher Education Institution. The 24-month Internship Programme offers valuable workplace experience across several departments nationwide.

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R6,335.69 for the duration of the programme. Participation in the internship does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

Position: Internship Programme
Duration: 24 Months
Stipend: R6,335.69 per month
Location: Various SANParks offices and national parks across South Africa
Closing Date: 22 April 2026

About SANParks

SANParks is the leading conservation authority responsible for managing 3,751,113 hectares of protected land across 20 national parks in South Africa. The organisation operates under the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (Act 57 of 2003) and plays a key role in biodiversity protection, tourism development and community upliftment.

The internship programme provides graduates with practical workplace experience in conservation support services, communications, administration, ICT, tourism, finance and related divisions.

Available Internship Fields

Applicants with a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the following fields may apply:

Tourism and Marketing Division

  • Economics
  • Mathematics
  • Statistics
  • Econometrics
  • Finance
  • Accounting

Wild Card / CRM and Loyalty

  • Tourism Management
  • Business Administration
  • Marketing
  • Communications

Socio Economic Transformation – Kruger National Park

  • Administration

Socio Economic Transformation – Knysna, George, Plettenberg Bay and Port Elizabeth

  • Business Management
  • Economics
  • Supply Chain Management or equivalent

Communications Division

  • Information Science
  • Graphic Design
  • Visual Communication
  • Marketing
  • Communications
  • Events Management
  • Hospitality
  • Public Relations

ICT – Groenkloof

  • Computer Science
  • Software Development
  • Web Development
  • Information Technology
  • IT Support or equivalent

Finance Division

  • Accounting

Socio Economic Transformation – Groenkloof

  • Environmental Education and Awareness
  • Natural Science
  • Social Science disciplines

Socio Economic Transformation – Port Elizabeth

  • Anthropology
  • Sociology
  • Community Development
  • Environmental Education
  • Environmental Management
  • Public Administration
  • Development Studies
  • Heritage Studies or related fields

Legal Services

  • LLB Degree
Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the SANParks Internship Programme, applicants must:

  • Be unemployed graduates aged 18–35
  • Be a South African citizen
  • Hold a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the listed fields
  • Not have previously participated in an internship or placement programme
  • Not have formal work experience in the relevant field
Important Application Informatio
Required Documents

Applicants must attach the following:

  • Updated CV
  • Certified copy of ID
  • Certified copy of Matric certificate
  • Certified academic qualifications
  • Academic transcript or record

Applications submitted without the required documents will not be considered.

Additional Important Notes
  • Applicants applying outside their area of residence must arrange their own accommodation and transport
  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
  • Internships are subject to verification and screening processes
  • Manual applications will not be accepted
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment

Applicants who do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

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