The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) has announced several internship opportunities for 2026/2027, inviting suitably qualified graduates to apply for positions across different fields.
The internship programme offers an opportunity for graduates to gain practical workplace experience, develop professional skills and build careers in the mining, environmental, geological, legal, human resources, communication and information technology sectors.
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.
The department encourages applications from persons with disabilities and is committed to promoting equal opportunities and representivity within the public service.
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Internships 2026/2027
There are 20 advertised internship opportunities under different reference numbers. Applicants should carefully check the qualifications required for each position before submitting their applications.
Available Internship Opportunities and Requirements
1. Mine Closure Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/001
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
2. Mine Environmental Research and Sustainable Development Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/002
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
3. Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/003
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management.
4. Criminal Enforcement Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/004
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: LLB degree.
5. Social and Labour Plan Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/005
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Development Studies, Community Development or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
6. Social and Labour Plan Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/006
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Development Studies, Community Development or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
7. Social and Labour Plan Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/007
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Development Studies, Community Development or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
8. Social and Labour Plan Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/008
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Development Studies, Community Development or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
9. Social and Labour Plan Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/009
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Development Studies, Community Development or Social Science specialising in Community Development or Development Studies.
10. Mine Economics Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/010
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Geology.
11. Mine Economics Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/011
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Geology.
12. Mine Economics Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/012
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Geology.
13. Mineral Information Management Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/013
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in GIS Cartography, Town and Regional Planning, Geomatics or Environmental Sciences.
14. Mineral Information Management Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/014
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in GIS Cartography, Town and Regional Planning, Geomatics or Environmental Sciences.
15. Occupational Medicine Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/015
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Statistics or Applied Statistics.
16. Occupational Hygiene Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/016
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: Degree in Statistics or Applied Statistics.
17. Human Resource Development Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/017
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Management of Training or Human Resource Management.
18. Occupational Health and Safety Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/018
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Environmental Health, Occupational Health and Safety or Safety Management.
19. Communications Internship
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/019
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Communication Studies, Public Relations, Media Studies, Marketing or Journalism.
20. System Development and Maintenance Internship7
- Reference: DMPR/INT/2026/020
- Posts: 1
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information or Business Intelligence.
Internship Stipend
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of:
R8,174.75 per month.
This internship programme provides graduates with an opportunity to gain valuable exposure and practical experience within the public sector.
Important Application Requirements
Applicants must complete the latest Z83 application form, which came into effect on 1 January 2021, and submit it together with a comprehensive and detailed CV.
Please take note of the following:
- All sections of the Z83 form must be completed accurately.
- The application form must be signed and dated.
- Your CV must include at least three reference persons and their contact details.
- Do not submit copies of qualifications or other supporting documents unless requested.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Final Thoughts
Graduates who hold qualifications in environmental science, geology, development studies, law, statistics, human resources, occupational health and safety, communication and information technology should consider these opportunities.
Make sure you select the internship that matches your qualification and provide accurate information when completing your application.
How to Apply
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Alternatively, applications can be submitted by post, courier or hand delivery, quoting the relevant reference number.
Postal applications:
The Director-General
Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources
Private Bag X59
Pretoria
0001
Hand delivery:
Trevenna Campus, corner of Meintjies and Francis Baard Streets, Pretoria.
Enquiries:
Ms N. Sam: (012) 444 3722
Mr S. Ngcaweni: (012) 444 3021
Closing date: 20 November 2026.