Department of Transport Internships 2026: Graduate Programme Applications Open

The Department of Transport is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme for 2026/2027. This 24-month programme offers valuable workplace experience across various fields. Applications close on 09 October 2026.

Application Closing Date: 09 October 2026
Location: Pretoria and various locations across South Africa
Programme Duration: 24 months
Stipend: Not specified
Minimum Qualification: Diploma or Degree
Opportunity Type: Internship

About the Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme

The Department of Transport’s Graduate Internship Programme is designed to give qualifying graduates practical work experience. This programme lasts for 24 months and aims to equip young professionals with skills relevant to the transport sector.

The internship covers a wide range of fields, including Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Law, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Transport, Aviation, Maritime Studies, Rail, Economics, and Town Planning. Graduates are encouraged to match their qualifications to the specific internship they apply for.

This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to address youth unemployment and build a skilled workforce for the public sector. It provides a structured learning environment where interns can develop their professional capabilities.

About the Department of Transport

The Department of Transport is a government department responsible for developing and promoting safe, efficient, and sustainable transport systems in South Africa. It oversees various modes of transport, including road, rail, maritime, and aviation.

The Department plays a key role in shaping transport policy, regulating the industry, and implementing projects that improve infrastructure and services. Its work impacts the daily lives of South Africans by ensuring mobility and economic connectivity.

Available Department of Transport Internships

The Department of Transport offers a variety of internship opportunities for graduates. These are categorized by field and require specific qualifications.

Administration Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/01
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs or Management.

Internal Control and Compliance Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/02
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Financial Accounting, Accounting, or Internal Auditing.

Strategic Planning & Monitoring and Cluster Coordinators Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/03
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Public Management, Public Administration, Strategic Planning/Management, or Monitoring and Evaluation.

Corporate Legal Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/04
Qualifications: LLB, BA Law, or a Postgraduate Degree in Law.

Business Intelligence – Database Administration Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/06
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Informatics.

IT Infrastructure Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/07
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Informatics.

Business Systems – Web Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/08
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Informatics.

Labour Relations Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/09
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management, Labour Relations, Labour Law, or Industrial Relations.

Human Resource Recruitment and Selection Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/10
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology.

Human Resource Administration Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/11
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology.

Employee Health and Wellness Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/12
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Safety Management, Environmental Health, Social Work, or Psychology.

Organisational Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/13
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Management Services, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or Industrial Psychology.

Change Management Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/14
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Management Services, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Psychology, or Human Resource Management.

Geographic Information Systems Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/15
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Cartography, Geomatics, or a related field.

Travel Services Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/16
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Public Administration, Public Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Tourism.

Facilities Management Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/17
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Public Administration/Management, Financial Management, or Supply Chain Management.

Environmental Coordination Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/18
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Town Planning, or a Transport-related field.

Human Resource Development and PMDS Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/19
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, or Industrial Psychology.

Financial Administration Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/20
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Financial Management, Accounting, Public Finance, or Cost and Management Accounting.

Supply Chain Management Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/21
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Procurement Management.

Road Transport Research, Policy, Standards and Guidelines Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/22
Qualifications: National Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Road Safety Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/23
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Road Traffic Safety Management, Traffic Policing, Civil Engineering, Transport Management, Transport Planning, or Data Analytics.

Road Accident and Incident Investigation Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/24
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Road Crash Investigation.

Maritime Security Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/25
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Maritime Security Management or Maritime Studies.

Maritime Industry Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/26
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Maritime Studies, Shipping and Logistics, Transport Management, Transport Logistics, or Transport Economics.

Aviation Multilateral Affairs Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/27
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Air Transport Management, Transport Management, Transport Logistics, Transport Economics, Aeronautical Studies, Flight Dispatch, or Aviation Management.

Air Transport Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/28
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Air Transport Management, Transport Management, Transport Logistics, Transport Economics, Aeronautical Studies, Flight Dispatch, or Aviation Management.

Aviation Industry Development and Airfreight Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/29
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Air Transport Management, Transport Management, Transport Logistics, Transport Economics, Aeronautical Studies, Flight Dispatch, or Aviation Management.

Public Transport Network Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/30 & DOT/GRAD/2026/31
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, or Transport and Logistics.

Rail Infrastructure and Industry Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/32
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, or Transport and Logistics.

Rail Service Delivery – Rail Operations Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/33
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, Engineering, or Transport and Logistics.

Rail Safety Regulation Intern

Reference Number: OT/GRAD/2026/34
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, Transport and Logistics, Engineering, or Law/LLB.

Rail Policy and Strategic Development Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/35
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, Transport and Logistics, Engineering, or Town and Regional Planning.

Modelling and Macroeconomic Analysis Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/3 (Note: Verify this reference)
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, or Transport Economics.

Freight Logistics Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/37
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, Logistics, Transport & Logistics Management, or Data Analysis.

Black Economic Empowerment Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/38
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Management, Economics, Business Administration, Law, Logistics, or Transport and Logistics Management.

Public Entity Finance Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/39
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Financial Management, Public Finance, Economics, or Accounting.

Governance Intern

Reference Number: DOT/GRAD/2026/41
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Investment Management, Financial Management, or Financial Accounting.

Public Transport in Municipalities and Provinces – Town Planning Internships

The Department is also offering Town Planning internship opportunities focused on Public Transport in Municipalities and Provinces. These are available across all nine South African provinces.

Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Transport Economics, Transport Planning, Transport Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Town and Regional Planning.

Each province has a specific reference number:

• Limpopo: GRAD/2027/1
• Eastern Cape: GRAD/2027/2
• Gauteng: GRAD 2027/3
• Western Cape: GRAD2027/4
• Northern Cape: GRAD 2027/5
• Mpumalanga: GRAD 2027/6
• North West: GRAD 2027/7
• Free State: GRAD 2027/8
• KwaZulu-Natal: GRAD 2027/9

Who Should Apply?

This internship programme is ideal for unemployed graduates who have completed a relevant Diploma or Degree. Applicants must meet the specific qualification requirements for the internship they are applying for.

It is important that applicants have never participated in a government developmental programme before. The programme is designed for individuals seeking to gain practical experience in their field of study within the public transport sector.

Internship Duration

The Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme will run for a period of 24 months. During this time, successful interns will gain valuable workplace exposure.

This experience will be relevant to the functions of the Department and the specific internship role they are placed in. It is an opportunity to build a professional foundation.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for the Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Have completed a relevant Diploma or Degree.
• Be unemployed.
• Have not previously participated in a developmental programme.
• Meet the specific qualification requirements for the chosen internship.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit a Z83 application form along with a recently updated CV. When applying, clearly state the reference number, position, and area/centre of the internship.

Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified copies of their identity document, qualifications, and recent academic transcripts. It is advisable to have these documents ready.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via email or post.

For most internships, email applications should be sent to: [email protected].

Alternatively, applications can be posted to:
Department of Transport
Private Bag X193
Pretoria
0001

Applications can also be hand-delivered to:
Department of Transport
159 Forum Building
Corner Struben and Bosman Street
Pretoria
South Africa

For the Public Transport in Municipalities and Provinces Town Planning Internships, applications should be emailed to: [email protected].

Ensure you use the correct provincial reference number for these specific internships.

Important Application Tips

Before submitting your application, double-check that your chosen internship matches your qualification. Make sure you have entered the correct reference number.

Ensure your Z83 form and CV contain accurate and consistent information. Clearly identify the specific position you are applying for, as different internships have different reference numbers.

Applications received after the closing date may not be considered. Prepare your application well in advance.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications for the Department of Transport Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 is 09 October 2026.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early to avoid any last-minute issues.

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