The South African Police Service (SAPS) is inviting applications from unemployed graduates to join the Office of the National Commissioner Internship Programme 2025 / 2026. This exciting opportunity runs for twelve (12) months and forms part of both the National Human Resource Development Strategy and the National Skills Development Strategy, aimed at empowering youth with workplace experience and professional growth.
Closing Date: 18 September 2025
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
About the Internship Programme
The SAPS internship programme offers graduates valuable hands-on exposure within the Office of the National Commissioner: Corporate Support. It is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical workplace skills, preparing participants for careers in government, law enforcement, and administration.
Fields of Study
Graduates with a National Diploma or Degree in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
Supply Chain, Finance, and Business
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Transport Management
- Accounting / Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
- Business Administration / Business Management
- Cost Management and Accounting
- Public Finance Management and Administration
Communications, Media, and Marketing
- Communications / Communication Science
- Journalism
- Marketing / Advertising
- Video Production / Film Production
- Multimedia Production
- Screen Arts / Motion Arts
- Film and Television Studies
- Film and Media Production (Digital Media / Informatics Stream / Screen Production)
- Photography
- Digital Media Production
Law, Psychology, and Social Sciences
- Law Enforcement / Policing
- Law and Policing
- Psychology / Industrial Psychology
- Organisational Behaviour
- Industrial Relations
- Sociology / Criminology
Public Administration and Management
- Public Administration / Public Management and Administration
- Administration Management / Office Administration / Office Management
- Strategic Management
- Research (including Business Management or Office Management with Research as a subject)
- Information Science / Information Resource Management
- Business and Information Management
- Management Services
Risk, Auditing, and Investigation
- Risk Management
- Internal Auditing
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Forensic Investigation
- Business Continuity Management
- Finance
Who Should Apply?
This internship is open to:
- Unemployed South African graduates with the required qualifications.
- Youth looking to gain practical experience within a structured government internship.
- Applicants who meet the academic criteria in the fields listed above.
Why Apply for the SAPS Internship?
By joining the SAPS Office of the National Commissioner Internship 2025 / 2026, graduates can expect to:
- Gain practical workplace skills in government and law enforcement.
- Enhance their employability and career prospects.
- Build valuable networks within the public service sector.
- Contribute to the improvement of law enforcement and public safety in South Africa.
How to Apply
Applicants must prepare and submit a comprehensive application that includes:
- A detailed CV
- Certified copies of academic qualifications and ID
- Any additional supporting documents required b
Conclusion
The SAPS: Office of the National Commissioner Internship Programme 2025 / 2026 is a powerful stepping stone for young South Africans eager to start their careers in law enforcement, public administration, finance, communications, or related fields. With a strong focus on skills development, the programme equips interns with the experience and knowledge needed to contribute meaningfully to the country’s safety and governance.
If you are a committed graduate ready to learn and grow, don’t miss this opportunity to apply before 18 September 2025.
