SASSA internships Programmes (x7 Posts)

HEAD OFFICE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (x7 Posts)

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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a dynamic organisation delivering vital services to a diverse population across South Africa. With offices located nationwide, SASSA operates within modern, state-of-the-art environments designed to inspire employees to excel, grow, and succeed.

SASSA invites unemployed graduates from across South Africa to apply for its 24-month Internship Programme at Head Office.

Available Internship Opportunities

Branch: Internal Audit
Qualification: National Diploma / Advanced Diploma (B-Tech) / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Internal Audit

• Internal Audit (2 Posts)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-01

Branch: Information and Communication Technology (3 Posts)
Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in:

• Information and Communication Technology

• Library and Information Science

• Project Management

Available positions:

• Information and Communication Technology (1 Post)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-02

• Library Information Sciences (1 Post)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-03

• EPMO – Change Management (1 Post)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-04

Branch: Fraud Management and Compliance
Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Forensic Investigation or Compliance Management

• Fraud and Corruption Investigations (1 Post)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-05

Branch: Legal Services
Qualification: LLB

• Legal Services (1 Post)
  Ref No: SAS H/O S&B 15/11/2025-06

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be South African citizens.

• Age requirement: 18–35 years.

• Successful candidates will be appointed on a 24-month internship contract.

• A monthly all-inclusive stipend of R7 860.50 will be paid.

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to candidates who support SASSA’s Employment Equity targets, specifically:
African Males, African Females, White Males, White Females, and Persons with Disabilities (across all races and genders).

SASSA is committed to promoting representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Important Information

• All appointments are subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, including qualification verification, ITC, and criminal record checks.

• All SASSA employees undergo mandatory security vetting upon appointment.

• Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) prior to the selection process.

• SASSA reserves the right not to fill a post.

• E-mailed applications only will be accepted.

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Application Process

Interested applicants must submit:

• A fully completed and signed new Z83 form

• A detailed and comprehensive CV

• Certified copies of Identity Document / Smart ID

• Certified copies of qualifications

Applications must clearly quote the relevant reference number and the position name as advertised.

Send applications to:
justiceapplications@sassa.gov.za

Enquiries:
Mr Justice Matshikiri
Tel: 012 400 2343

Failure to comply with the above requirements may result in disqualification.

Closing Date: 14 February 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

SASSA is an equal opportunity employer.

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