The National Department of Health is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026–2028. This opportunity is ideal for young graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in the Public Service sector while building career-ready skills.

The internship programme will run for 24 months and successful candidates will be based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Applications close on 01 June 2026.

National Department of Health Graduate Internship 2026 Details

Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026–2028
Department: National Department of Health
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R8 174.78 per month
Closing Date: 01 June 2026

The programme is designed to provide unemployed graduates with workplace exposure, practical training and occupational-based learning within different units of the National Department of Health.

Who Should Apply?

This internship is suitable for South African graduates who have completed relevant qualifications and are looking for Public Service work experience. Applicants must not have participated in an internship programme before.

Available Internship Opportunities

Human Resources Management and Development Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 30/2026
Number of Posts: 4

Applicants must have a Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Human Resources Management
Human Resources Development

Organisational Development Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 31/2026
Number of Posts: 1

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Management Services
Operations Management
Production Management

Employment Relations Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 32/2026
Number of Posts: 1

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Labour Relations

Financial Management and Accounting Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 33/2026
Number of Posts: 3

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Financial Management
Accounting

Supply Chain Management Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 34/2026
Number of Posts: 4

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Public Management
Purchasing
Transport Management

Internal Audit Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 35/2026
Number of Posts: 3

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Internal Auditing
Risk Management

Information Communication and Technology Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 36/2026
Number of Posts: 4

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Computer Science
Information Technology

Communication Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 37/2026
Number of Posts: 2

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Journalism
Marketing and Communication
Communication

Legal Services Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 38/2026
Number of Posts: 3

Required qualification:

LLB Degree in Law

Office of the Director-General Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 39/2026
Number of Posts: 2

Required qualification: Diploma at NQF Level 6 in:

Management
Business Management
Administration
Public Management
Office Management
Related Administration qualification

General Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be unemployed South African graduates
Have Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
Hold the relevant qualification for the internship post
Not have previously participated in an internship programme
Be interested in gaining workplace experience in the Public Service

Employment Equity

The National Department of Health supports employment equity and aims to promote fair representation in terms of race, gender and disability. Appointments will be made in line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan.

How to Apply for National Department of Health Internships 2026

Applicants must submit their applications using one of the available methods below.

Email Applications

Send your application to:

vacancies@Health.gov.za

Use the correct reference number as the subject line of your email.

Postal Applications

Send applications to:

The Director-General
National Department of Health
Private Bag X399
Pretoria
0001

Hand Delivery

Applications can also be hand delivered to:

Reception, Brown Application Box
Dr AB Xuma Building
1112 Voortrekker Road
Pretoria Townlands 351-JR

Enquiries

Attention: Ms M Shitiba
Enquiries: Mr A Masilo
Telephone: 012 395 8669

Important Notes for Applicants

Late applications will not be accepted.
Applicants must quote the correct reference number.
Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification.
The internship does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

Why This Internship Is a Great Opportunity

The National Department of Health Graduate Internship Programme 2026 gives unemployed graduates a chance to gain valuable work experience in government. With opportunities available in human resources, finance, supply chain, ICT, communication, legal services and administration, this programme is a strong stepping stone for graduates who want to grow their careers in the public sector.

Graduates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date: 01 June 2026.

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