Are you a recent graduate looking for hands-on experience in environmental work? The Gauteng Department of Environment Internships 2026 offer a great chance for unemployed South African youth to gain real-world skills. This 24-month program runs from 2026 to 2028 and targets those with diplomas, degrees, or honors in related fields.
Program Overview
The Gauteng Department of Environment provides structured training in Johannesburg and Pretoria. Interns join projects, daily tasks, and growth activities under expert guidance. All positions pay a monthly stipend of R8 174.75 and last 24 months without renewal.
Available Internship Positions
Here are the openings, each with its reference number, posts available, location, and key needs.
Air Quality Internship (AQ2026)
One spot at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
You need a diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Earth Science, or Natural Science.
Interns help monitor air standards and support quality checks.
Pollution & Waste Management Internship (PWM2026)
Two posts at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Qualify with a diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Science, or Geography.
Tasks include waste handling plans and pollution control efforts.
Environmental & Impact Management Internship (EIM2026)
One position at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
A diploma or degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management is required.
You will review project impacts and aid permit processes.
Environmental Policy, Planning & Coordination Internship (EPPC2026)
One role at the Council for Scientific & Industrial Research in Pretoria.
Hold a diploma or degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
Work involves policy drafts and planning support.
Compliance & Enforcement Internship (CE2026)
Four openings at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Need a diploma or degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or Natural Science.
Duties cover site checks and rule enforcement.
Office of the Head of Department Internship (HOD2026)
One post at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Qualifications include a diploma or degree in Public Management, Public Administration, or Office & Technology Management.
Assist with admin tasks and office operations.
Financial Management Internship (FM2026)
Two positions at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Require N6, diploma, or degree in Financial Management or Accounting Science.
Handle budgets, reports, and financial records.
Organisational Development Internship (OD2026)
One spot at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Diploma or degree in Work-study, Operations Management, Management Services, or Production Management.
Support team training and process improvements.
ICT Internship (ICT2026)
One position at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business Informatics.
Maintain systems and aid tech projects.
Communications Internship (COM2026)
One role at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Diploma or degree in Media Studies or similar.
Create content and manage public outreach.
Graphic Design Internship (GD2026)
One post at the Head Office in Johannesburg.
Diploma or degree in Graphic Design or related.
Design visuals for reports and campaigns.
Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation Internship (PME2026)
Two openings at the Head Office in Johannesburg. Note: Reference is listed as ICT2026 in source, but context fits PME.
Diploma or degree in Social Science, Public Management & Governance, or Monitoring & Evaluation.
Track program results and plan evaluations.
What Interns Do
Interns get workplace exposure, join projects, attend training, and build skills tied to their studies. They work with pros on real department programs.
Who Can Apply
Be an unemployed South African graduate with no prior public service internship. Degrees must come from approved schools. Shortlisted folks send certified copies later.
Application Steps
Use a new Z83 form, CV, and save as one PDF. No JPEGs or pics. Email to [email protected] with the reference number in the subject. Quote Mr. Livhuwani Mutswana at (011) 240 2590 for questions.
Key Dates and Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Stipend | R8 174.75 |
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