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:
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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