The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation (DCSR) invites suitably qualified unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme for 2026–2028. This structured programme is designed to provide practical government work exposure to graduates who have never previously participated in an internship within a government or state institution.
The internship runs for a full 24 months and offers meaningful workplace experience, skills development, and professional mentoring across a wide range of disciplines within the department.
Graduate Internship Programme Overview
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
Department: Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation
Duration: 24 months (2026–2028)
Total Opportunities: 131 internship posts
Stipend: R94 326 per annum
Target Group: Unemployed South African graduates
Employment Equity: Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Important Application Notes
Applicants are required to follow the application instructions exactly. Failure to comply will result in automatic disqualification.
Applications must be submitted using the new prescribed Z83 application form
Only the Z83 form and a CV must be submitted at the application stage
Certified supporting documents will be required only from shortlisted candidates
Applicants may apply for one post per application form
Applications must be submitted in PDF format and must not exceed 5MB
The email subject line must clearly state the post name and reference number
Applications sent to the incorrect email address will not be considered
Late or non-compliant applications will not be accepted
Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo two pre-entry assessments, including a technical or practical assessment and an integrity assessment. Background checks such as criminal record verification, qualification checks, citizenship confirmation, and reference checks will also be conducted.
Internship Posts Available
Human Resource Management and Development
Post 01/189 – Ref: DCSR/01/2026 (x2)
Centre: Head Office
Post 01/190 – Ref: DCSR/02/2026 (x1)
Centre: Gert Sibande Regional Office
Post 01/191 – Ref: DCSR/03/2026 (x1)
Centre: Nkangala Regional Office
Required Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or Development
Planning and Programme Management
Post 01/192 – Ref: DCSR/04/2026 (x2)
Centre: Head Office
Required Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Strategic Management or a related field
Legal Services
Post 01/193 – Ref: DCSR/05/2026 (x1)
Centre: Head Office
Required Qualification: LLB Degree or BCom Law
Employee Health and Wellness
Post 01/194 – Ref: DCSR/06/2026 (x1)
Centre: Head Office
Required Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Social Work
Communications
Publication and Production
Post 01/195 – Ref: DCSR/07/2026 (x1)
Required Qualification: Graphic Design
Media Liaison
Post 01/196 – Ref: DCSR/08/2026 (x1)
Required Qualification: Communication, Journalism, or Public Relations
Language Services
Post 01/197 – Ref: DCSR/09/2026 (x1)
Required Qualification: Language Practice with a major in IsiNdebele
Archives and Oral History
Archives
Post 01/198 – Ref: DCSR/10/2026 (x3)
Required Qualification: Bachelor of Information Science in Archives and Records Management
Oral History
Post 01/199 – Ref: DCSR/11/2026 (x3)
Required Qualification: Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Anthropology, or History
Supply Chain Management and Finance
Supply Chain Management – Head Office
Post 01/200 – Ref: DCSR/12/2026 (x2)
Supply Chain Management – Nkangala
Post 01/204 – Ref: DCSR/16/2026 (x1)
Budget
Post 01/201 – Ref: DCSR/13/2026 (x1)
Salaries
Post 01/202 – Ref: DCSR/14/2026 (x1)
Expenditure
Post 01/203 – Ref: DCSR/15/2026 (x1)
Required Qualifications: Supply Chain Management, Asset Management, Logistics, Accounting, or Financial Management
Heritage, Museums, Sport and Arts
Heritage and Museum Services – Head Office
Post 01/205 – Ref: DCSR/17/2026 (x1)
Heritage and Museum Services – Pilgrims Rest
Post 01/206 – Ref: DCSR/18/2026 (x1)
Required Qualification: Heritage Resource Management, Archaeology, Anthropology, or Paleontology
Sport and Recreation
Ehlanzeni – Post 01/207 (x1)
Nkangala – Post 01/208 (x2)
Gert Sibande – Post 01/209 (x1)
Required Qualification: Sport Management or Sport Science
Arts and Culture
Gert Sibande – Post 01/210 (x1)
Nkangala – Post 01/211 (x1)
Required Qualification: Visual Arts and Crafts, Performing Arts, or Fine Arts
How to Apply
Applications must be hand delivered or emailed to the correct centre-specific address for the post being applied for. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application is sent to the correct destination.
Full details of posts, reference numbers, application requirements, and submission addresses are available on the official departmental website:
https://dcsr.mpg.gov.za
Closing Date
The closing date for all applications is 30 January 2026.
Applicants who have not been contacted within three months after the closing date should regard their application as unsuccessful.
Conclusion
The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation Graduate Internship Programme offers unemployed graduates a valuable opportunity to gain structured work experience within a government department. With 131 internship posts across multiple disciplines, the programme provides exposure to real public service environments, professional mentorship, and skills that support long-term employability.
Graduates who meet the requirements and are committed to building a career in the public sector are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this meaningful development opportunity.
