About Department of Public Works

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is a government department responsible for managing South Africa's public infrastructure and property portfolio.

About the Internship Programme

The DPWI is offering Internships for 2026 to unemployed graduates in various fields across all nine provinces.

Fields of Study

• Civil Engineering

• Construction Management

• Supply Chain Management

• Finance and Accounting

• Human Resources

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the DPWI Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• South African citizenship

• Completed a tertiary qualification (Degree or Diploma)

• Must be between 18 and 35 years old

• Must be currently unemployed

• Not have participated in any government internship before

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:

• Certified copy of South African ID document

• Certified copies of qualifications

• Full academic record

• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• A motivational letter

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Visit the official DPWI website

2. Navigate to the internship section

3. Complete the online application form with personal and academic details

4. Upload all required certified supporting documents

5. Submit before the closing date of 31 July 2026