The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is calling on unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme for 2025–2027. This opportunity is designed to equip young professionals with practical experience while contributing to the development of the higher education sector.
Closing Date
Applications close on 12 September 2025 at 15:00.
Locations
Placements will be available at DHET offices and colleges across South Africa, including:
- Bloemfontein – Free State CET Regional Office & College
- Polokwane – Limpopo CET College
- Marshalltown/Johannesburg – Gauteng CET Office
- Pretoria – Head Office (Corporate Services & GITO)
Programme Overview
- Contract Period: 24 months (fixed-term)
- Stipend:
- Graduate Interns: R7 860.40 per month
- WIL Students: R6 659.40 per month
- Eligibility: Open to South African citizens who are unemployed, meet academic requirements, and have not previously served as Graduate Interns or contract workers in Public Service.
Applicants will gain real-world exposure in their chosen fields, working closely with experienced professionals while building their skills for future career opportunities.
Internship and WIL Vacancies
Free State – Curriculum & Institutional Support (Regional Office)
Ref: DHET/CETC/2025/08 – Bloemfontein
- Fields: IT, Office Administration, HRM, Financial Management, Marketing
- WIL (N6): Marketing Management, HRM, Financial Management, Management Assistant
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern) • R6 659.40 (WIL)
Free State CET College
Ref: DHET/CETC/2025/09 – Bloemfontein
- Fields: IT, Office Administration, HRM, Financial Management, Marketing
- WIL (N6): Marketing Management, HRM, Financial Management, Management Assistant
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern) • R6 659.40 (WIL)
Limpopo CET College
Ref: DHET/CETC/2025/10 – Polokwane
- Fields: IT, Public Management, HRM, Financial Management, Marketing, Project Management, Psychology
- WIL (N6): Marketing Management, HRM, Financial Management, Management Assistant
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern) • R6 659.40 (WIL)
Gauteng – Curriculum & Institutional Support
Ref: DHET/CET/2025/11 – Marshalltown (Johannesburg)
- Fields: Public Management, Office Management
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Pretoria Head Office – GITO
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/12 – Pretoria
- Fields: IT • WIL (N6: Information Technology)
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern) • R6 659.40 (WIL)
Pretoria Head Office – GITO (Information & Knowledge Management)
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/13 – Pretoria
- Fields: Information Science, Library & Information Science
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Pretoria Head Office – GITO (Service Desk)
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/14 – Pretoria
- Fields: National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Pretoria Head Office – GITO (Application Development Management)
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/15 – Pretoria
- Fields: IT, Computer Science, Social Science (Information Technology)
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Pretoria Head Office – Information, Knowledge & Records Management
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/16 – Pretoria
- Fields: Public Administration, Archives & Records Management • WIL (N6: Management Assistant)
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern) • R6 659.40 (WIL)
Pretoria Head Office – Information & Records (Management Assistant/Records)
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/17 – Pretoria
- Fields: Management Assistant, Records Management
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Pretoria Head Office – Corporate Communications
Ref: DHET/CS/2025/18 – Pretoria
- Fields: Media Studies, Communication, PR, Journalism, Marketing, Graphic Design, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Local Government, Business Communication, International Communications
- Stipend: R7 860.40 (Graduate Intern)
Minimum Requirements
- A relevant National Diploma, Degree, or N6 certificate in the listed fields.
- Applicants must be unemployed and have never previously participated in a Graduate Internship or contract position in Public Service.
- SAQA evaluation required for foreign qualifications.
- Willingness to undergo verification checks (qualifications, citizenship, security, and references).
- People living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
What to Submit
- New Z83 form (completed, initialled, and signed) – clearly stating the field of study.
- Comprehensive CV – no other documents required at the application stage.
📌 Certified copies and supporting documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.
How to Apply
- Email: Internship2025@dhet.gov.za (quote the correct Reference Number in the subject line; send Z83 + CV as one PDF).
- Post: The Director-General, DHET, Private Bag X174, Pretoria, 0001 (Attention: Training and Development Unit).
- Hand Deliver: 123 Francis Baard Street (Corner Sophie De Bruyn & Francis Baard), Pretoria – Reception Area.
Click here to apply for DHET Graduate Internship & WIL Programme 2025–2027
Enquiries: Ms L. Tshetlanyane – (012) 312 5125
Important Notes
- Submit a separate Z83 + CV for each field you apply for.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Conclusion
The DHET Graduate Internship and WIL Programme 2025/2026 presents a valuable opportunity for graduates to gain workplace exposure and strengthen their career paths. With diverse fields available across several provinces, this initiative is ideal for ambitious graduates ready to step into public service and contribute to shaping South Africa’s higher education and training system.
