Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internship Programme 2026/2027 – 2027/2028: Earn R8,174.75 Per Month

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) is inviting suitably qualified South African graduates to apply for its Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 financial years.

The programme offers graduates an opportunity to gain valuable practical workplace experience in various fields, including Environmental Science, Geology, Human Resources, Information Technology, Communications, Occupational Health and Safety, Development Studies and other disciplines.

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Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 while gaining exposure to government operations and the mineral and petroleum resources sector.

The department is also encouraging persons with disabilities to apply.

The internship opportunities are available at the department's Head Office in Pretoria and various regional offices across South Africa.

Applications close on 20 November 2026.

Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internship Programme 2026/2027 Details

Available Internship Opportunities and Requirements

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources has advertised internship opportunities in different occupational fields.

Below is a summary of the available positions, reference numbers, locations and minimum qualifications.

1. Mine Closure Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/001

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Environmental Science.

• Degree in Environmental Management.

2. Mine Environmental Research and Sustainable Development Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/002

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Environmental Science.

• Degree in Environmental Management.

3. Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/003

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Environmental Science.

• Degree in Environmental Management.

4. Criminal Enforcement Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/004

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• LLB qualification.

5. Social and Labour Plan Internship – Mpumalanga

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/005

Location: Mpumalanga Region, Emalahleni

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Development Studies.

• Degree in Community Development.

• Degree in Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.

6. Social and Labour Plan Internship – KwaZulu-Natal

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/006

Location: KwaZulu-Natal Region, eThekwini

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Development Studies.

• Degree in Community Development.

• Degree in Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.

7. Social and Labour Plan Internship – Limpopo

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/007

Location: Limpopo Region, Polokwane

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Development Studies.

• Degree in Community Development.

• Degree in Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.

8. Social and Labour Plan Internship – Northern Cape

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/008

Location: Northern Cape Region, Kimberley

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Development Studies.

• Degree in Community Development.

• Degree in Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.

9. Social and Labour Plan Internship – Gauteng

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/009

Location: Gauteng Region, Braamfontein

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Development Studies.

• Degree in Community Development.

• Degree in Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.

10. Mine Economics Internship – Eastern Cape

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/010

Location: Eastern Cape Region, Gqeberha

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Geology.

• Degree in Geology.

11. Mine Economics Internship – North West

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/011

Location: North West Region, Klerksdorp

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Geology.

• Degree in Geology.

12. Mine Economics Internship – Northern Cape

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/012

Location: Northern Cape Region, Kimberley

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Geology.

• Degree in Geology.

13. Mineral Information Management Internship – Northern Cape

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/013

Location: Northern Cape Region

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

A National Diploma or Degree in one of the following:

• GIS Cartography.

• Town and Regional Planning.

• Geomatics.

• Environmental Sciences.

14. Mineral Information Management Internship – Free State

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/014

Location: Free State

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

A National Diploma or Degree in one of the following:

• GIS Cartography.

• Town and Regional Planning.

• Geomatics.

• Environmental Sciences.

15. Occupational Medicine Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/015

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Statistics.

• Degree in Applied Statistics.

16. Occupational Hygiene Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/016

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Statistics.

• Degree in Applied Statistics.

17. Human Resource Development Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/017

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma in one of the following:

• Human Resource Development.

• Management of Training.

• Human Resource Management.

18. Occupational Health and Safety Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/018

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma or Degree in:

• Environmental Health.

• Occupational Health and Safety.

• Safety Management.

19. Communications Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/019

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma or Degree in one of the following:

• Communication Studies.

• Public Relations.

• Media Studies.

• Marketing.

• Journalism.

20. System Development and Maintenance Internship

Reference Number: DMPR/INT/2026/020

Location: Pretoria, Head Office

Stipend: R8,174.75 per month

Minimum Requirements:

National Diploma or Degree in:

• Information Technology.

• Computer Science.

• Business Information.

• Business Intelligence.

General Application Requirements

The department invites qualifying South African graduates to apply for the advertised internship opportunities.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should ensure that they meet the specific qualification requirements for the internship position they wish to apply for.

Important eligibility conditions:

• Applicants who have previously participated in any other government internship programmes will not be considered.

• Students who require experiential training as part of their qualifications must attach a formal letter from their tertiary institution.

• Applicants must arrange their own accommodation and transport to and from their workplace for the duration of the internship.

How to Apply for the DMPR Internship Programme 2026/2027

Applications can be submitted through the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources E-Recruitment System.

Option 1: Online Applications

Applicants must follow these steps:

1. Visit the DMPR E-Recruitment portal.

2. Create a user profile by completing the required personal information.

3. Set up your login credentials.

4. Log in to the recruitment system.

5. Browse the available internship vacancies.

6. Select the relevant internship position.

7. Submit your application with the required documents.

Official online application portal:

https://erecruitment.dmpr.gov.za

Option 2: Applications by Post or Courier

Applicants may also submit their applications by post or courier.

Address your application to:

The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001

Ensure that you quote the relevant internship reference number on your application.

Option 3: Hand-Delivered Applications

Applications may be hand-delivered to:

Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Trevenna Campus
Corner of Meintjies and Francis Baard Street
Former Schoeman Street
Pretoria

Documents Required

Applicants must submit the following documents:

1. A fully completed and signed Z83 application form.

2. A comprehensive and detailed CV.

3. At least three contactable references included in the Z83 form and CV.

The Z83 application form must be the latest prescribed version, which came into effect on 1 January 2021.

All sections of the Z83 form must be completed accurately, honestly and legibly. The form must be signed and dated.

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview date. These documents must not be older than six months.

Download the Z83 application form: https://www.dpsa.gov.za

Important Application Conditions

Applicants should carefully read the following conditions before submitting their applications:

• Applicants applying for more than one internship position must submit a separate Z83 form and supporting documentation for each position.

• If multiple positions are listed on one Z83 form, only the first position will be considered.

• Applicants who wish to withdraw their applications must do so in writing.

• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Applicants who previously participated in another government internship programme are not eligible.

• Students requiring experiential training must attach a formal letter from their tertiary institution.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to give consent for personnel suitability checks in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act).

These checks may include criminal record, citizenship, financial and asset record checks, qualification verification and employment verification.

Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.

Enquiries

For further information about the internship programme, applicants may contact:

Ms N. Sam
Telephone: 012 444 3722

Mr S. Ngcaweni
Telephone: 012 444 3021

Closing Date

The closing date for the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internship Programme 2026/2027 – 2027/2028 is:

20 November 2026.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline to avoid missing this opportunity.

The department will not acknowledge receipt of applications due to the anticipated volume of responses. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The department also reserves the right not to fill any advertised position.

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internship Programme offers an excellent opportunity for South African graduates to gain practical workplace experience in government and the mineral and petroleum resources sector.

With a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 and 20 advertised internship opportunities across different fields, graduates in Environmental Science, Geology, Development Studies, Human Resources, Information Technology, Communications and other disciplines have an opportunity to apply.

Persons with disabilities are particularly encouraged to submit applications.

If you meet the requirements, prepare your Z83 application form, detailed CV and supporting documents and apply before 20 November 2026.

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