How to apply for the City of Joburg Internships 2023 / 2024

Are you an ambitious graduate ready to embark on a rewarding journey towards personal and professional growth? The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) extends a warm invitation to all unemployed graduates, offering an opportunity to participate in their 2023/2024 Internship Programme. This program is a stepping stone to a brighter future, and it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact while gaining invaluable experience.

Closing Date: October 26, 2023

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

The CoJ’s Internship Programme is designed to empower and equip suitable graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their chosen fields. The internships will run for a period not exceeding eighteen (18) months. As an intern, you will be required to sign an internship agreement, in addition to an employment contract, committing yourself to full participation in educational and workplace assignments, aligning with established policies and procedures.

A range of internship opportunities is available, each tailored to specific fields and qualifications. Here are some of the exciting internship opportunities awaiting you:

Management Support Interns (Qualifications in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, and more):

• Duties: Compilation and submission of reports, assistance in administrative work, liaison with stakeholders, conducting and coordinating Performance Management Training, and more.

Infrastructure Interns (Qualifications in Finance and Accounting):

• Duties: Interacting with Transport Finance, Project Managers, and Implementing Agents, assisting in administrative work for record-keeping, and submitting administrative documents for reporting and tracking expenditure.

Policy, Planning & Research Interns (Qualifications in Housing, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, and more):

• Duties: Contributing to quality research and research reports, supporting policy development processes, coordinating forums and stakeholder engagements, and assisting with administrative duties.

Finance Interns (Qualifications in Finance and Accounting):

• Duties: Controlling and coordinating the implementation of specific procedures, systems, and controls, managing Supply Chain Management processes, and overseeing specific budgeting, expenditure, and accounting procedures.

Sports and Recreation Interns (Qualifications in Sports and Recreation):

• Duties: Providing support in events management and activities at sports facilities, assisting with community requests and queries, initiating sport-related programs, and conducting research on innovative trends in Sports & Recreation.

Multi Media & Communication Officer Interns (Qualifications in Fine Arts in Photography, Communication Management, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design & Software Development, and more):

• Duties: Executing project planning, optimizing processes, conducting media monitoring and analysis, managing assets and resources, and ensuring effective governance, risk management, and stakeholder relations.

Citizen’s Engagement Coordinator Interns (Qualifications in Public Administration, Political Science, Communication Management, and more):

• Duties: Implementing and coordinating strategic plans for public participation and community outreach, creating opportunities for citizens to participate, and managing public involvement in the development and review of by-laws and policies.

Administration Officer Interns (Qualifications in Office Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, and more):

• Duties: Providing guidance to the Speaker of Council, monitoring the implementation of key legislated functions, and engaging with stakeholders to facilitate collaboration.

Application Procedure

These internships require individuals with a variety of skills and competencies, including the ability to function in a multidisciplinary team, good interpersonal and communication skills, coordination and problem-solving abilities, computer literacy, and more.

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to launch your career with one of South Africa’s most dynamic cities. To apply, follow the provided links for each internship opportunity. Please note that if you are still a student, you should provide your Enrollment Confirmation letter from your institution. Seize your chance to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact with the City of Johannesburg. Your journey begins here