CIPC: Graduate Internship Programme 2025

ByRainbow Time

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) invites applications for the 2025 Graduate Internship Programme based at the Sunnyside Office in Pretoria. The initiative aims to provide unemployed South African graduates with valuable workplace exposure and practical experience aligned with their academic qualifications. The programme runs for a period of 24 months, offering a monthly stipend of R12 000, and is designed to develop young professionals in various fields to enhance their employability in the public and private sectors.

This internship opportunity targets graduates who have completed their studies but have not yet gained formal work experience. Applicants must be South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 years and hold qualifications relevant to the specific internship position. Successful candidates will sign an Internship Agreement and participate in structured workplace learning under professional supervision. Preference will be given to applicants in line with the Employment Equity Plan, and placement will be based on academic performance and suitability for each role.

Position: CIPC Graduate Internship Programme 2025
Location: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria
Duration: 24 Months (Contract)
Stipend: R12 000.00 per month
Closing Dates: 31 October – 5 November 2025

CIPC (a member of the dtic) is committed to youth skills development by providing graduates with opportunities to gain valuable work experience to complement their studies. Applicants are invited to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2025 at the Sunnyside Office in Pretoria.

What is an Internship?

An internship is a public service graduate work experience programme targeting unemployed graduates. It provides workplace exposure and practical experience to prepare graduates for employment in their chosen fields.

Beneficiaries of the Programme
  • Unemployed South African graduates who have completed a degree or diploma.
  • Graduates who have not been exposed to work experience.
  • Applicants aged between 18 and 35 years.
Remuneration

Interns receive a stipend of R12 000 per month.

Successful applicants will sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement with CIPC.

Available Internship Positions
1. Internship Programme for Innovation and Collaboration x1 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: Inno&CollIntern
Closing Date: 5 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Degree or National Diploma in Computer Science (Software Development & Programming).
  • Minimum average of 75% or above.
  • Must have participated in at least one hackathon.

2. Graduate Internship Programme for Finance x4 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: FinanceIntern
Closing Date: 5 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

3. Call Centre Quality Assurer Intern x1 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: QAIntern1
Closing Date: 5 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Advanced Diploma or Degree in Call Centre Management, Business Administration, or Public Administration.
  • Proficiency in Excel will be an added advantage.

4. Call Centre Agent Interns x2 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: CallCInterns2
Closing Date: 5 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Degree in Call Centre Management.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
  • Strong customer service skills.

5. Graduate Internship Programme for e-Communication x5 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: CI-183
Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Requirements:

  • National N Diploma in Management Assistant, Business Management, or Contact Centre Management.

6. Graduate Internship Programme for Strategic Communication x2 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: StratComIntern
Closing Date: 4 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or Media Studies.

7. Health and Safety Environment Intern x1 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: SafetyHEIntern
Closing Date: 4 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Completed Diploma in Safety Management (NQF 6).
  • BTech/Advanced Diploma in Safety Management (NQF 7) will be advantageous.

8. Graduate Internship Programme for Supply Chain Management x1 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: SCHIntern
Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.

9. Graduate Internship Programme Contract Unit x1 (Pretoria)

Reference Number: ContraIntern
Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law.
General Information
  • SA citizenship is required.
  • SAQA evaluation is mandatory for foreign qualifications.
  • Interviews will be scheduled by CIPC.
  • Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • CIPC reserves the right not to fill any position.

Closing Dates: 31 October – 5 November 2025

How to Apply

Application Instructions

Applicants must upload the following under the correct sections when applying online:
Updated CV
ID copy
Relevant qualification and/or academic transcript

Candidates are required to select the relevant internship position, complete all online application fields, and upload the necessary supporting documents in the correct sections. The following documents must be included: a comprehensive CV, a certified copy of the South African ID, and certified copies of relevant qualifications or academic transcripts.

Applications submitted by fax, email, post, or hand delivery will not be accepted. Incomplete applications or those missing any of the required documents will result in automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

Apply Here: Graduate Internship Programme 2025

Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.

Failure to upload required documents correctly will result in automatic disqualification.