City of Cape Town Training and Development Opportunities 2026

The City of Cape Town invites suitably qualified unemployed youth to apply for its Training and Development Opportunities 2026.

This initiative forms part of the City’s ongoing commitment to reduce youth unemployment and provide meaningful skills development opportunities across various departments.

Location: Cape Town
Closing Date: 28 February 2026
Programme Type: Internship / Learnership / Training
Contract Type: Fixed Term

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Programme Overview

The City of Cape Town continues to invest in the development of young professionals by offering structured training programmes across different Directorates. These programmes are designed to:

Provide workplace exposure
Enhance practical skills
Bridge the gap between theory and work experience
Improve employability in both public and private sectors

The Student Opportunity Initiative ensures participants gain hands-on experience aligned with their qualifications and career paths.

Available Opportunities

1️⃣ Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – Fixed Term Contract

Overview:
This programme integrates academic learning with practical workplace experience. It is specifically designed for students who require in-service training to complete their qualification.

Requirements:

National Certificate N6 (WIL/In-Service Training)
Official letter from the institution requesting WIL placement
Academic transcript

2️⃣ Graduate Internship Programme (GIP) – Fixed Term Contract

Overview:
The Graduate Internship Programme provides workplace experience to graduates who have completed their studies at a recognised Higher Education Institution (University or University of Technology).

Minimum Qualifications:

3-Year Diploma
National Diploma
Advanced Diploma
B-Tech
Degree
Honours
Masters
PhD

3️⃣ Learnerships (12–24 Months)

Overview:
The Learnership Programme combines structured theoretical learning with practical workplace experience. It leads to a qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).

Requirements:

Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
Additional requirements may apply depending on the learnership field

4️⃣ Skills Programme – Fixed Term Contract

Overview:
This programme provides structured experiential learning and practical exposure to improve employability.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 10 / Grade 11
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
N1 – N5
NQF Level 2 – 4

Important Information

Applicants must be unemployed.
Students may not be enrolled in further studies during the internship period (except WIL, PhD, and Doctoral programmes).
Completion of the programme does not guarantee permanent employment.

Why Apply?

✔ Gain valuable workplace experience
✔ Improve your professional skills
✔ Enhance your employability
✔ Work within one of South Africa’s leading municipalities
✔ Exposure to multiple City Directorates

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their applications before 28 February 2026.

Visit the official City of Cape Town website to apply online.

Prepare Your CV

Ensure you have a professional and updated CV before applying. A well-structured CV increases your chances of being shortlisted.

If you are a young, motivated South African looking to build your career in 2026, don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical experience with the City of Cape Town. Apply before the closing date!