Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Project Management Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 18 November 2025
Internship Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
About the Internship
The CIPC, an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), is committed to developing young talent by offering structured internship opportunities that bridge the gap between academic learning and professional work experience.
This 24-month internship aims to provide graduates with practical experience in project management, allowing them to develop critical workplace skills and contribute meaningfully to national service delivery initiatives.
Internship Details
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme (Project Management x4)
- Duration: 24 Months
- Location: Sunnyside Office, Pretoria
- Monthly Stipend: R12 000.00
- Reference Number: Project Management Intern x4
Successful candidates will be expected to sign a Graduate Internship Programme Agreement with CIPC.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- South African citizen aged between 18 and 35 years
- Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Project Management
- Basic knowledge of project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall
- Relevant coursework or certification (e.g. CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation) will be an added advantage
- Must be unemployed and have no prior work experience
- Must not have previously participated in any internship programme
Key Responsibilities
Interns will gain hands-on experience in:
- Supporting project planning, execution, and monitoring activities
- Assisting with project documentation and reporting
- Learning project management tools and software
- Collaborating with teams on internal and external projects
- Supporting the implementation of Agile or Waterfall methodologies
Required Documents
Applicants must upload the following documents under the correct sections when applying online:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of qualification(s)
Note: Failure to upload the required documents or uploading them to the wrong section will result in automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the CIPC careers portal:
Click here to apply for the CIPC Project Management Internship Programme 2026
Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will NOT be accepted.
Important Notes
- Qualifications and citizenship checks will be conducted on successful candidates.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA.
- Candidates must be available for interviews at a date, time, and venue determined by CIPC.
- Only shortlisted applicants will receive feedback.
- CIPC reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.
- Preference will be given to candidates who enhance employment equity representation.
For application assistance, contact the CIPC Recruitment Office at:
📞 087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7197
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