eThekwini Municipality Work Experience Programme 2025
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date: 30 June 2025
Duration: 18 to 24 months
Stipend: Market-related
Reference: eThekwiniIntern2025
Overview
eThekwini Municipality Work Experience Programme 2025 eThekwini Municipality is inviting applications from qualified and unemployed South African youth for its Graduate and Work Integrated Learning Internship Programme for 2025 / 2026. These internships are aimed at empowering graduates and TVET learners with real work experience across various departments.
The programme is open to:
- Graduates from universities and universities of technology
- TVET students requiring WIL for their Nated Diploma
Internship Categories and Required Qualifications
1. Administration
- Office Management and Technology
- Public Administration / Management
- Business Management
- Disaster Management
2. Finance and Economics
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Economics
- Finance and Economic Management
- Commerce-related studies
- BCom Studies
- Insurance
3. Law
- LLB
- Forensic Auditing / Investigations
- Criminology
- Internal Auditing
4. Humanities
- Social Work
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Development Studies
- Sociology
- Community Development
- Political Science
- History
- Housing
- International Relations
- Anthropology
- Enrolled Nursing / Nursing Science
- Public Policy
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Training and Development
- Project Management
5. Art and Design
- Graphic Design
- Fine Art
- Fashion Design
- Video Technology
- Photography
- Language Practice
- Dramatic Arts
- Film and TV Production
- Architectural Design
6. Health Sciences
- Environmental Health
- Enrolled Nursing / Nursing Science
7. Management and Support Services
- Human Resources
- Operations Management
- Public Relations
- Marketing / Digital Marketing
- Information Technology
- Data Analysis
- Culinary / Food and Beverages / Catering / Hospitality
- Logistics Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Tourism
- Industrial Psychology
- Quality Management
- Health and Safety Management
- Sports Management / Sport Science / Leisure Science
- Communication Studies
- Maritime Studies
- Journalism
- Media Studies
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Library and Information Science
- International Relations
- Risk Management
- Research and Statistics
- Project Risk Management
8. Engineering and Built Environment
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Auto Electrician
- Process Instrumentation
- Town Planning
- Property Studies
- Quantity Surveying
- Building
- Construction Management
- Shipping and Logistics
- Built Environment
- Operations Management
9. Life Sciences
- Microbiology
- Analytical Chemistry
- Zoology
- Botany
- Hydrology
- Biomedical Technology
- Biotechnology
10. Agriculture, Environmental and Natural Sciences
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Extension
- Agribusiness
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Management / Health
- Waste Management
- Nature Conservation
- Horticulture
- Natural Sciences
- Food Security
- Ecological Sciences
- Population Studies
- Geography / Arc GIS
- Archaeology
- Climate Change
- BSc Computer Science
Why Apply?
- Gain hands-on experience in the public sector
- Develop professional skills and industry exposure
- Enhance your employability and CV
- Contribute to community and municipal development
- Receive mentorship from qualified professionals
Additional Opportunity:
Standard Bank Graduate Internship Programme 2025
Standard Bank is offering its renowned Graduate Internship Programme for 2025, open to graduates across a wide range of disciplines. This full-time programme focuses on building future leaders through learning, mentorship, and career development.
Fields of Study Include:
- Computer Science
- Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Mechatronic)
- Accounting, Finance, Risk Management
- Law (LLB, BCom Law)
- Information Systems
- Data Science, Data Analytics, AI, Machine Learning
- Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science
- Psychology, Cognitive Science
- Marketing, Business Science
- Agricultural Economics, Environmental Science
Who Can Apply:
- South African citizens
- Recent or final-year students
- Candidates with strong academic performance
- Graduates with leadership potential and a drive to make an impact in the financial services industry
Application Process Includes:
- Online application
- CV and academic transcript submission
- Online assessments and interviews
- Final panel interviews for shortlisted candidates
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How to Apply
eThekwini Municipality Internship Applications:
Submit the following documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of academic qualifications
- Letter of motivation
Applications must be submitted through official eThekwini Municipality channels or hand-delivered to the appropriate municipal office.
Note: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
These internship opportunities offered by eThekwini Municipality and Standard Bank provide an ideal launchpad for young professionals across South Africa. With comprehensive training, valuable exposure, and meaningful contributions to public service and the financial sector, this is a chance to shape your future