The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is giving unemployed graduates and youth in South Africa a chance to gain valuable work experience through its Internship Programme 2025/2026 – 2027/2028. This opportunity is designed to develop skills, open career pathways, and provide practical exposure across various fields.
Internship Details
- Reference Number: DBE/01/2025
- Duration: 24 months (fixed-term contract)
- Location: Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria
- Stipend:
- Graduate Interns: R7 860.39 per month
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent: R5 639.64 per month
- Closing Date: 29 August 2025
Fields of Study Considered
The DBE is looking for applicants with qualifications in a wide range of study areas, including but not limited to:
1. General Qualifications
- National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent
2. Administration & Management
- Data Capture
- Office Management
- Human Resource Management
- Public Management and Administration
- Financial Management
- Cost Accounting
- Accounting Science
3. Information Technology & Data
- Information Technology
- Information Science Research
- VB Programming
- SQL Database / GIS Knowledge
- Information & Records Management
- Data Management and Analysis
- Application Development / Programming
- Business Analysis
- IT/IS Architectural Design
4. Media & Communication
- Public Relations
- Social Media Management
- Communication
- Journalism
- Graphic Design
- Videography
- Events Management
- Marketing
5. Education & Social Sciences
- Arts and Culture
- Librarianship
- Law / Legal Qualifications
- International Relations
- Asset Management
- Security Management (PSIRA Grades)
- Customer Service
- Health & Safety Management
- Public-Private Partnership
- Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Bachelor of Education (English, Curriculum, ICT in Education, Early Childhood Development)
- Psychology
- Social Work
6. Other Specialized Fields
- Internal Audit
- Economics
- Logistics and Transport Management
- Sport Management
- Content Development
- Project Management
- Food Services
- Health Sciences / Health Promotion
- Civil Engineering
- Quantity Surveying
Internship Requirements
To be eligible for this internship programme, applicants must:
- Be unemployed South African citizens.
- Have completed a qualification in one of the listed fields.
- Use the latest Z83 Application for Employment Form (fully completed and signed).
- Attach a detailed CV (no need to submit certified copies at the application stage).
- Applicants with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted on the new Z83 Form and clearly marked with the Reference Number: DBE/01/2025.
You can apply by:
Post:
Private Bag X895
Pretoria
0001
Hand Delivery:
Department of Basic Education
222 Struben Street
Pretoria
Email:
Recruitment@dbe.gov.za
HR@dbe.gov.za
For Attention: Ms. M. Matidza / Ms. T. Sekgapola
Enquiries: (012) 357 4508 / (012) 357 3296
Conclusion
The Department of Basic Education Internship Programme 2025/2026 is a great stepping stone for young South Africans eager to grow their careers. With exposure to various fields such as IT, finance, media, education, and more, this programme provides the tools needed to gain professional experience and prepare for the job market.
If you meet the requirements, don’t miss the opportunity to apply and start building your future with the DBE.
I am taking a gap year without a purpose . I am looking for any job around KwaZulu Natal . I have only National Senior Certificate