Apply for Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme 2026–2028 in Johannesburg. Monthly stipend R8 174.75. Multiple environmental, ICT, finance and admin internships available.
The Gauteng Department of Environment (GDE) is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for the Internship Programme 2026–2028 based in Johannesburg.
This is a 24-month structured internship programme offering practical workplace experience in environmental management, public administration, ICT, finance, and more.
Gauteng Department of Environment Internship Programme Overview
- Department: Gauteng Department of Environment
- Location: Johannesburg (Head Office)
- Duration: 24 months (Non-renewable contract)
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
- Closing Date: 22 May 2026
- Email Applications: GDEnvInternship@gauteng.gov.za
Available Internship Fields (2026 Intake)
Environmental & Science Internships
- Air Quality (Ref: AQ2026) – X1
- Pollution & Waste Management (Ref: PWM2026) – X2
- Environmental Impact Management (Ref: EIM2026) – X1
- Compliance & Enforcement (Ref: CE2026) – X4
Policy, Planning & Administration
- Environmental Policy & Coordination (Ref: EPPC2026) – X1
- Office of the Head of Department (Ref: HOD2026) – X1
- Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (Ref: PM&E2026) – X2
Finance & Business Support
- Financial Management (Ref: FM2026) – X2
- Organisational Development (Ref: OD2026) – X1
ICT & Communications
- Information & Communication Technology (Ref: ICT2026) – X1
- Communications (Ref: COM2026) – X1
- Graphic Design (Ref: GD2026) – X1
Minimum Requirements
Applicants applying for Gauteng Department of Environment Internship must have:
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree / Honours Degree (depending on post)
- Qualification in relevant field (see categories above)
- Must NOT have previously participated in a Public Service internship
Eligible Fields of Study
- Environmental Science / Management / Chemistry
- Public Administration / Management
- Finance / Accounting
- ICT / Computer Science
- Media Studies / Communication
- Graphic Design
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Geography and related disciplines
Internship Benefits
- Monthly stipend of R8 174.75
- Workplace exposure in government departments
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Participation in real departmental projects
- Skills development and career readiness
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Z83 application form
- Detailed CV
- Both documents must be in ONE PDF file only
No certificates or IDs are required at application stage
How to Apply for Gauteng Department of Environment Internship
Email applications only:
GDEnvInternship@gauteng.gov.za
- Use correct reference number in email subject line
- Submit one PDF attachment only (Z83 + CV combined)
- JPEG, scanned images, or zipped files will NOT be accepted
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Practical assessment
- Integrity (ethical conduct) test
- Security and qualification verification
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to candidates who improve representivity in:
- Race
- Gender
- Disability
Important Notes
- Must NOT have participated in previous government internships
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- No response within 3 months = unsuccessful application
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