The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), a member of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), invites South African graduates to apply for the 2026 Graduate Internship Programme.
Internship Application Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Internship Location: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
About the CIPC Graduate Internship Programme
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is committed to youth empowerment through structured graduate internship opportunities. The initiative provides unemployed South African graduates with valuable workplace experience that complements their academic qualifications.
These internships aim to equip graduates with practical skills, professional development, and exposure to public service operations, helping them prepare for future employment opportunities.
Available Internship Opportunities
CIPC is offering three Graduate Internship Programmes in Pretoria for the 2025/2026 intake period:
1. Graduate Internship Programme for Supply Chain Management (x1)
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: SCHIntern
Qualification Required: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
👉 Click here to apply for the Supply Chain Management Internship
2. Graduate Internship Programme in e-Communication (x1)
Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: CI-183
Qualification Required: National Diploma in Management Assistant, Business Management, or Contact Centre Management
👉 Click here to apply for the e-Communication Internship
3. Graduate Internship Programme for Contract Unit (x1)
Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: ContraIntern
Qualification Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Law
👉 Click here to apply for the Contract Unit Internship
General Requirements for All Internships
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen between 18 and 35 years old
- Hold a relevant qualification as listed above
- Be unemployed and have no prior work experience
- Have never participated in any internship programme before
- Be available to work full-time at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria
- Submit all required supporting documents in the correct upload sections when applying online:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of qualification(s)
- Have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA (if applicable)
Remuneration
Each successful intern will receive a monthly stipend of R12 000.00 for the duration of the programme.
Important Notes
- Only online applications submitted via the official CIPC portal will be considered.
- Emailed, faxed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
- Feedback will only be given to shortlisted candidates.
- Qualifications and citizenship checks will be conducted.
- Applicants must be available for interviews at dates and times determined by CIPC.
For more details, visit the CIPC Careers Page or call 087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7076 for assistance
Why Apply
This is an excellent opportunity to gain professional work experience at one of South Africa’s leading public sector institutions. Through mentorship, training, and practical exposure, the CIPC Graduate Internship Programme helps graduates strengthen their employability and prepare for successful careers in public administration, supply chain management, communication, or law.
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