Western Cape Department of Agriculture invites South African unemployed matriculants to apply for the Matric Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 15 December 2025
Internship Start Date: 1 April 2026
Location: Rural District Municipalities in the Western Cape, South Africa
About the Western Cape Department of Agriculture Matric Internship 2026
The Western Cape Department of Agriculture is offering 30 internship opportunities to unemployed youth who have completed Grade 12 in the province. The 12-month internship aims to empower rural matriculants by equipping them with workplace experience, professional exposure, and training within the agricultural public service.
Successful candidates will be placed in one of the following district municipalities:
- Cape Winelands District Municipality
- Central Karoo District Municipality
- Garden Route District Municipality
- Overberg District Municipality
- West Coast District Municipality
Interns will receive a monthly stipend of R5 639.64 – R6 659.36.
This programme is specifically designed for youth from rural areas and is open to candidates entering a government internship for the first time.
Position Details
Position: Matric Intern
Duration: 12 months (fixed-term contract)
Stipend: R5 639.64 – R6 659.36 per month
Start Date: 1 April 2026
Total Posts: 30
Placement: Rural district municipalities listed above
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen residing in the Western Cape
- Must have completed Grade 12 in the Western Cape
- Current Grade 12 learners may apply (final acceptance depends on passing Matric)
- Must be between 18 – 24 years old
- Must be applying for a government internship for the first time
- Applicants from the targeted rural areas will receive preference
- Females and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Z83 Application Form
- Detailed CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of academic results
- Indicate all districts/areas you are applying for as your reference (e.g., “Matric Intern – Garden Route”)
How to Apply
👉 Click here to apply for the Western Cape Department of Agriculture Matric Internship Programme 2026
(Application via email — see below)
Email Applications To:
Paper-Based Applications
Submit a Z83 form, CV, certified ID copy and academic results to the email address above.
Contact Details for Enquiries
- Ms Ilonka Stander: 021 808 5047
- Mr Xolisa Moshoeshoe: 021 808 5263
Important Notes
- Interns will be appointed on a 12-month fixed-term contract, effective 1 April 2026.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you do not receive feedback within one month after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.
- Closing Date: 15 December 2025
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