Company:

Hessequa Local Municipality

Location:

Riversdale, Hessequa Local Municipality, Western Cape

Remuneration:

R4 000 stipend per month

Closing Date:

10 September 2025

Introduction

The Hessequa Local Municipality is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the N6 Internship Programme 2025. This programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real workplace experience. It provides valuable exposure to municipal operations, helping young graduates gain the skills necessary to start building a career in local government.

What is Hessequa Municipality N6 Internships 2025?

The N6 Internship Programme offers a 12-month fixed-term opportunity for graduates who have completed their N6 qualification. The programme aims to support workplace readiness while building capacity in key municipal functions. Interns will work at the Riversdale municipal offices and must reside within the Hessequa region.

Available fields of placement include:

• Management Assistant
• Public Administration
• Human Resources

A total of 2 internship positions are available, and each successful candidate will receive a monthly stipend of R4 000.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify:

• Completed N6 qualification in Management Assistant, Public Administration, or Human Resources
• South African citizenship with a valid ID
• Proof of residence within the Hessequa region
• Applicants must not have previously participated in an internship programme

Role Responsibility

Interns will assist municipal departments with day-to-day duties, including:

• Providing general office and administrative support
• Handling customer service and telephone reception
• Filing, data capturing, and maintaining records
• Supporting HR and public administration tasks
• Carrying out any other duties assigned by supervisors

Skills and Attributes

Ideal candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Good interpersonal skills for customer service roles
• Organisational and time-management abilities
• Attention to detail with accurate data capturing skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a professional work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via email only to jaundre@hessequa.gov.za (attachments must not exceed 4MB).

Your application must include:

• Completed municipal application form (completed in full)
• Comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of:
  • South African ID
  • N6 qualification(s)
  • Proof of residence
• Banking details
• SARS Tax Number

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Important Notes

• Only emailed applications sent to the specified email will be considered
• Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted
• Previous internship participants are not eligible
• If you do not receive a response within 30 days after the closing date, your application should be considered unsuccessful
• By applying, you give consent for your personal information to be processed in accordance with POPIA regulations

Contact Information

For enquiries, contact:
Mr. Jaundré Delport
Tel: 028 713 8100