BOCMA: Internship Programme 2026/2028

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The Breede-Olifants Catchment Management Agency invites interested and suitably qualified unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme within the Water Resources Management Division, available across offices in George, Worcester and Bellville. The programme, implemented in collaboration with the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority, aims to provide structured workplace experience to graduates in fields related to water resource management, environmental science, hydrology, geology and engineering.

The internship is offered for a fixed period of 24 months and provides a monthly stipend based on qualification level, with opportunities to gain practical exposure in water resource planning, environmental management and sector research activities. Suitable candidates must be unemployed South African graduates aged 35 years or younger, with relevant qualifications and a strong academic record, who have not previously participated in an internship programme.

Programme: Internship Programme
Reference Number: 2026/In/1/4/26
Locations: George, Worcester, Bellville
Duration: 24 Months (Fixed-term, Non-renewable)
Closing Date: 05 May 2026

Internship Overview

The Breede-Olifants Catchment Management Agency, established in terms of the National Water Act, 1998, offers an Internship Programme aimed at unemployed graduates seeking workplace experience within the water sector. The programme is implemented in collaboration with the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority to support skills development and capacity building in water resource management and planning disciplines.

The internship provides structured exposure within the Water Resources Management Division, enabling graduates to gain practical experience aligned with their academic qualifications while contributing to water resource governance, environmental sustainability and sector development initiatives across multiple operational centres.

Stipend and Duration
  • R7 500 per month for NQF Levels 07 – 08
  • R10 000 per month for NQF Level 09
  • Duration: 24 months fixed-term internship contract
Internship Opportunities
Component: Water Resources Management (WRM)
  • Number of Posts: 10
  • Reference Number: 2026/In/1/4/26
  • Office Locations: Worcester, George, Bellville
  • Qualification Required:
    • B Degree in Water Resources Management
    • Environmental Science or related fields
    • BSc Honours in Microbiology, Chemistry or Biochemistry

Component: Water Resource Planning (Masters Level)
  • Number of Posts: 2
  • Reference Number: 2026/In/1/4/26
  • Office Locations: Worcester, George
  • Qualification Required:
    • Masters in Hydrology, Hydrogeology or Geology

Component: Water Resource Planning (Engineering)
  • Number of Posts: 2
  • Reference Number: 2026/In/1/4/26
  • Office Locations: Worcester, George
  • Qualification Required:
    • B Degree in Civil Engineering
    • Agricultural Engineering
Minimum Requirements
  • Must be unemployed graduates
  • Must be 35 years or younger
  • Must have obtained a minimum average of 60% in final year academic results
  • Must not have previously participated in an internship programme in public or private sector
  • Must be a South African citizen
Selection and Compliance

The Breede-Olifants Catchment Management Agency is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Selection processes will include personnel suitability checks such as criminal record verification, citizenship verification, qualification verification and previous employment checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via email only. Interested candidates must submit:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application letter
  • At least three contactable references

Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, certificates and identity document (certified within the last 6 months).

Only one email per application will be accepted. Multiple submissions may lead to disqualification.

Important Notes
  • Only emailed applications will be accepted
  • Late applications will not be considered
  • If no feedback is received after the closing date, the application should be considered unsuccessful
  • Submission of application grants consent for processing of personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)