Are you an unemployed graduate looking to gain hands-on experience and launch your career? The National Gambling Board (NGB) has opened applications for its September 2025 internship programme, offering valuable opportunities across several disciplines. These internships are structured under a fixed-term contract and provide practical work exposure, skills development, and a monthly stipend to support you during the internship period.
Available Internship Disciplines and Requirements
The NGB is inviting graduates to apply for internship positions in the following fields:
- Enforcement (Reference: NGB/Int 003-2025)
- Monthly stipend: R12,000
- Qualification: National Diploma in Policing or Bachelor’s Degree in Law / LLB
- Gaming Control (GCCD) (Reference: NGB/Int 005-2025)
- Monthly stipend: R12,000
- Qualification: Three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science
- Marketing & Communications (CSRD) (Reference: NGB/Int 006-2025)
- Monthly stipend: R12,000
- Qualification: Three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates and those living with disabilities.
Contract Duration and Stipend Details
Each successful candidate will enter into a twelve-month fixed-term contract, which is non-renewable. During the term, interns will receive a monthly stipend of R12,000 to help cover their expenses while gaining experience in a professional environment.
Application Procedure
To apply for an internship position at the NGB, you will need to follow these steps carefully:
- Download and complete the official NGB Employment Application Form from the NGB website. Be sure to clearly indicate your desired field of study.
- Prepare the following mandatory supporting documents:
- A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts or records
- Certified copies of qualifications, or a letter of completion if you are in the process of finalising your studies
- Certified copy of your identity document
- Where to submit your application:
- By email to the provided recruitment email address
- Or hand-delivered to the NGB offices at 1085 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002
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Important Conditions and Legal Notice
- All applicants must consent to security and personnel suitability checks, as well as security clearance.
- If you have qualifications from outside South Africa, you are required to verify these through the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- As part of applying, you also agree to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) disclaimer, which permits the NGB to process your personal data for recruitment purposes.
Key Dates and Closing Information
- The closing date for applications is 26 September 2025.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- The NGB reserves the right to either withdraw or not fill the internship positions.
Why Apply and What to Expect
These internships are a valuable gateway for recent graduates to gain:
- Real-world experience in enforcement, gaming regulation, or communications
- Exposure to public sector work in a regulatory environment
- Networking opportunities with professionals in your chosen field
- Practical application of academic learning in areas that are becoming more relevant than ever
If you meet the requirements and are ready to make a difference, this internship could be your stepping stone into a meaningful career. Be sure to prepare your materials thoroughly and submit your application before the deadline.
