Department of Agriculture: Internship Programme 2025/2027
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture encourages unemployed graduates to submit their applications for a 24-month Internship Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to gain valuable experience in the agricultural sector. Don’t miss your chance to enhance your skills and kickstart your career!
Position: Internship Programme
Stipend: R7,860 per month
Duration: 24 months contract
Closing date for applications: 31 August 2025 (no late or incomplete applications accepted).
This initiative targets:
Eleven (11) unemployed graduates in the following fields of study:
| Advertised Post | Reference Number | No. of available internship opportunities |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Support (Elsenburg) | AGR-AS-25/26 | 4 |
| Administrative Support (George Municipality) | AGR-GR-25/26 | 1 |
| Sport Science (Elsenburg) | AGR-SS-25/26 | 1 |
| Communication/Journalism (Elsenburg) | AGR-Com-25/26 | 1 |
| Community Development (Elsenburg) | AGR-ComDev-25/26 | 1 |
| Finance (Elsenburg) | AGR-Fin-25/26 | 3 |
Requirements
- Applicants must be South African citizens residing in the Western Cape.
- Applicants must have completed grade 12 in the Western Cape.
- Females and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.
- Only youth (18–35) may apply.
- Suitable qualifications in line with the above-mentioned fields of study.
- Applicants must be entering an internship/developmental programme in government for the first time.
Nature and Period of Appointment
Successful applicants will be appointed on a fixed-term contract for 24 months.
The appointed interns will receive a monthly stipend of R7,860.
Please clearly indicate the reference number of the post you are applying for.
Contact No. for More Information
Ms Ilonka Stander
021 – 808 5448
Note: Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive a response within one month after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The closing date for all applications to reach this office is 31 August 2025. No late and/or incomplete applications will be considered.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes as directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration. Successful applicants’ appointments are subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records, and previous employment.
How To Apply
To apply, please register your profile on SAYouth.mobi and apply for the above-mentioned vacancies using this link:
https://sayouth.mobi/Home/Index/EN