Graduate Internships Available: Stellenbosch Municipality

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The Stellenbosch Municipality invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for three (3) Graduate Intern positions on a one-year contract within the Directorate: Planning & Economic Development, Department: Integrated Human Settlements. The successful incumbents will report to the relevant Human Settlement Managers and will support functions related to Integrated Human Settlements, including Housing Development, Informal Settlements, Housing Administration, and assistance with processes to effect title deed transfers. The positions are based in Stellenbosch, and preference may be given to applicants residing in or near the Stellenbosch Municipal area.

  • Position: Graduate Intern (Integrated Human Settlements) – X3 posts
  • Duration: One-year contract (12 months)
  • Stipend:
    • Bachelor’s Degree – R6 500 per month
    • Honours Degree – R8 000 per month
    • Master’s Degree – R9 000 per month
  • Location: Stellenbosch
  • Closing Date: 17 January 2026

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma at NQF Level 7 in Development Planning, Town Planning, Engineering, Human Settlements, Construction Management, Project Management, Development Studies, or a related field. Academic training in at least two of the following areas is required: Spatial Planning, Land Use Management, Development Facilitation, Development Information (GIS), Integrated Human Settlements, and Project Management. Strong computer literacy (MS Office and GIS), communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent written and verbal skills in at least two of the three Western Cape official languages (English, Afrikaans, and Xhosa) are essential. Monthly remuneration ranges from R6 500 to R9 000, depending on qualification level, and the closing date for applications is 17 January 2026.

DIRECTORATE: PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT: INTEGRATED HUMAN SETTLEMENT
X3 GRADUATE INTERN (ONE YEAR CONTRACT APPOINTMENT)

The successful incumbent/s will report to the relevant Human Settlement Manager/s within the Directorate: Planning & Economic Development.

Minimum requirements:
● A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma (Development Planning / Town Planning / Engineering / Human Settlements / Construction Management / Project Management / Development Studies / or any degree relevant to the functional areas of Development Planning, Development Management, and Integrated Human Settlements). The degree or diploma must be at NQF level 7.

Other Requirements:
● Academic training in at least two (2) of the following sectors: Spatial Planning, Land Use Management, Development Facilitation, Development Information (GIS), Integrated Human Settlements, and Project Management
● Computer Literacy (MS Office, GIS)
● Communications skills (including the ability to draft documents)
● Ability to give attention to detail
● High level of responsibility
● Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
● Excellent oral and written (specifically report writing skills) skills in at least two of the three Western Cape official languages (English, Afrikaans, Xhosa).

Duties:
● Assist the Human Settlement Manager/s with performing duties related to the relevant functional area (Integrated Human Settlements (Housing Development, Informal Settlements and Housing Administration) to effect title deeds transfers.

Recommendation:
Potential applicants reside in or close to the Stellenbosch Municipal area.
Those applicants that submitted their CV’s for internship prior to this advertisement, will also be considered.

Monthly salary:
Bachelor’s Degree – R6 500 per month (for a period of 12 months)
Honours Degree – R8 000.00 per month (for a period of 12 months)
Master’s Degree – R9 000 per month (for a period of 12 months)

Place of work: Stellenbosch

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply by submitting a covering letter, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualifications, driver’s license and Identity document (not older than three months). For any enquiries, contact Ms Michelle Moses on e-mail: [email protected]

Applications can be directed and submitted to: Ms Michelle Moses, Stellenbosch Municipality, Department: Integrated Human Settlements, NPK Building, 2nd Floor, c/o Ryneveld – and Van Riebeeck Streets, Stellenbosch, 7600 and/or e-mail: [email protected]

Closing date: 17 January 2026

Applications, clearly marked, accompanied by a comprehensive CV and a covering letter may be delivered to Stellenbosch Municipality, Department: Integrated Human Settlements, NPK Building, 2nd Floor, c/o Ryneveld – and Van Riebeeck Streets, Stellenbosch, 7600. No faxes will be accepted.

Please note: By applying for this opportunity, the applicant consents to verification checks of qualifications and criminal records. Applicants must be willing to be subjected to an interview and written assessment. Applicants who do not submit all the supporting documentation as requested, will not be considered for this opportunity. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and no supporting documentation will be returned.

Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker / member of the Selection Committee, is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification of your application.

If you do not hear from us within 60 working days after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment/allocation.