Water Research Commission: Internship and WIL 2026/2027

ByRainbow Time

The Water Research Commission (WRC) is inviting applications from suitably qualified and unemployed South African graduates and TVET learners for its 2026/2027 Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme. The programme offers successful candidates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience over a 24-month period, helping participants develop professional skills and improve future employment prospects.

This internship programme is designed for graduates who have completed National Diplomas or Degrees, as well as TVET learners who require Work Integrated Learning (WIL) to complete their National Diploma. Applicants who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Available Internship Opportunities
1. Human Resource Management

Internship Field: Human Resource Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-01
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Human Resource Management, Labour/Employee Relations, Industrial Psychology or relevant field.

2. Legal & Auxiliary Services

Internship Field: Legal & Auxiliary Services
Reference Number: WRC/26-02
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Law, Records Management, Information Studies & Archives, Safety Management, Public Management/Administration, Management Assistant or relevant field.

3. Legal & Auxiliary Services

Internship Field: Legal & Auxiliary Services
Reference Number: WRC/27-02
Who Can Apply: TVET
Qualification: Law, Records Management, Information Studies & Archives, Safety Management, Public Management/Administration, Management Assistant or relevant field.

4. Office Administration / Executive Support

Internship Field: Office Administration / Executive Support
Reference Number: WRC/26-03
Who Can Apply: TVET
Qualification: Management Assistant, Office Administration, Office Management or relevant field.

5. Monitoring & Evaluation

Internship Field: Monitoring & Evaluation
Reference Number: WRC/26-04
Who Can Apply: TVET
Qualification: Business Management/Administration, Public Management/Administration, Management Assistant or relevant field.

6. Information Technology

Internship Field: Information Technology
Reference Number: WRC/26-05
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field.

7. Risk Management

Internship Field: Risk Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-06
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Risk Management, Auditing, Fraud, Compliance or relevant field.

8. Finance

Internship Field: Finance
Reference Number: WRC/26-07
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Finance, Public Finance, Financial Accounting or relevant field.

9. Supply Chain Management

Internship Field: Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: WRC/26-08
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics or relevant field.

10. Stakeholder Relations & Communications

Internship Field: Stakeholder Relations & Communications
Reference Number: WRC/27-09
Who Can Apply: Graduate
Qualification: International Relations, Communication, Public Relations or relevant field.

11. Stakeholder Relations & Communications

Internship Field: Stakeholder Relations & Communications
Reference Number: WRC/26-10
Who Can Apply: TVET
Qualification: International Relations, Communication, Public Relations or relevant field.

This Work Integrated Learning opportunity enables TVET learners to acquire practical communication and stakeholder engagement experience required for completing their studies.

Programme Duration

The Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programme will run for 24 months, allowing successful candidates to obtain meaningful workplace experience while developing professional and technical skills within their chosen field.

Graduate Applicant Requirements

Graduate applicants must possess:

  • A National Diploma, Degree or higher qualification.
  • Qualification at NQF Level 6 or above.
TVET Applicant Requirements

TVET applicants must possess:

  • An N6 Certificate or equivalent qualification.
  • An official letter from the TVET College confirming that Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is required to obtain a National Diploma.
General Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements:

  • Must be an unemployed South African citizen.
  • Preference will be given to applicants between the ages of 18 and 35 years.
  • Must not have previously participated in an internship programme.
  • Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee selection. Applications will be assessed according to the advertised requirements and organisational needs.

Required Documents

Applications must include the following certified supporting documents:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Certified copy of a South African Identity Document (not older than six months).
  • Certified copies of qualifications and academic transcripts (not older than six months).
  • Proof of residential address.
  • Sworn affidavit confirming that the applicant has not previously participated in an internship programme.
  • For TVET applicants, a certified copy of the N6 Certificate together with an official letter from the TVET College confirming the Work Integrated Learning requirement.
  • The correct reference number must be clearly indicated for the position being applied for.

Incomplete applications or applications submitted without the required supporting documents may not be considered.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their applications via email to:

Email: [email protected]

For detailed job descriptions and additional information regarding the available internship opportunities, applicants can visit: Website: www.heitha.co.za

Applications submitted by hand will not be accepted.

Selection Process

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted regarding the next stages of the recruitment process. If no communication is received by 30 September 2026, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all information provided in the application is accurate, complete and supported by the required certified documentation. The correct reference number should always appear on the application to ensure consideration for the intended internship field.

Closing Date: 13 July 2026

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Early submission is recommended to avoid delays and to ensure all required supporting documents are included before the deadline.