DEE: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2028 – Apply Now

ByRainbow Time

The Department of Electricity and Energy invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme for the financial years 2026/2027 – 2027/2028. This opportunity is aimed at providing practical workplace experience to qualifying applicants who hold relevant degrees or diplomas in fields such as engineering, finance, law, administration, supply chain management, social sciences, and related disciplines. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R7 860.38 and will be based in Pretoria. Applicants must submit a completed 2021 Z83 application form and a comprehensive CV as one PDF document before the closing date of 06 February 2026. Applications must be submitted by hand delivery, post, or email to the dedicated addresses provided, ensuring the correct reference number is quoted.

Position: Internship Training Programme
Reference No: DEE INTERN 01
Stipend: R7 860.38 per month
Centre: Pretoria, Gauteng
Closing Date: 06 February 2026

Requirements

Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:

  • Degree/BSc in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical or Nuclear Engineering
  • National Diploma in Public Administration / Management
  • National Diploma/Degree/BCom in Business Management
  • Degree in Law / Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
  • National Diploma/Degree in Internal Audit
  • National Diploma in Administration
  • National Diploma/Degree in Finance and Management Accounting
  • National Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design / Integrated Communication Design
  • National Diploma/BCom/BTech in Accounting / Financial Management
  • Degree in Social Services, Psychology or Social Work
  • Degree in Supply Chain Management
  • Degree in Office Administration

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Enquiries

Ms. Thabitha Maloka: (012) 406 7563
Ms. Tinyiko Malatji: (012) 406 7835

Applications

Interested candidates must forward applications quoting the relevant reference number, addressed to:

The Director-General
Department of Electricity and Energy
Private Bag X96, Pretoria, 0001

Applications may also be:

  • Hand delivered at Matimba House Building, 192 Visagie Street (Corner Paul Kruger & Visagie Street), Pretoria
  • Emailed directly to the dedicated email address for the post:
Closing Date: 06 February 2026
  • 16h00 (Walk-in applications)
  • 23h59 (Online applications)

It remains the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application reaches the Department on or before the closing date.

Note

The Department of Electricity and Energy invites qualifying applicants to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme for the financial years 2026/2027 – 2027/2028. Graduates with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be responsible for arranging their own accommodation and transport to and from the workplace for the duration of the internship.

Applicants must submit:

  • A completed 2021 version of the Z83 form quoting the relevant reference number
  • A comprehensive CV only

The CV must indicate qualifications, experience (if any), and the duration thereof. The Z83 form is obtainable from www.dpsa.gov.za or www.gov.za/documents.

All fields in Sections A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Applicants may indicate “refer to CV” in Sections E, F and G where space is limited; however, the question under Part F relating to re-appointment conditions must be answered. The form must be initialled and signed.

Email applications must be submitted as one PDF document (Z83 and CV combined). JPEG or picture applications will not be accepted. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents at the interview stage. Applications submitted late, via fax, or using an old Z83 form will not be considered.

Applicants who previously participated in a Government Internship Programme will not be considered. Students requiring experiential training must attach a formal letter from their tertiary institution.

Successful candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, financial/asset checks, qualification verification, and security clearance.

If applicants are not contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, they should accept that their application was unsuccessful. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to improving representivity in the Public Sector.