25 GRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES – RAND WATER / GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

25 GRADUATE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES – RAND WATER / GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

Programme: Graduate Internship Programme
Location: Glenvista, Gauteng (Rietvlei site)
Job Type: 36-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Reference Number: RAN261029-9
Closing Date: 11 November 2026
Programme Duration: 3 Years

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Rand Water and Govan Mbeki Local Municipality are inviting suitably qualified and unemployed graduates to apply for their Graduate Internship Programme.

The programme provides graduates with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and develop the necessary professional skills in various infrastructure-related disciplines.

Successful candidates will participate in a three-year fixed-term programme, where they will receive hands-on training and practical exposure in their respective fields of study.

This opportunity is aimed at graduates who want to develop their careers, gain industry experience and work towards professional development and registration with the relevant statutory professional councils.

AVAILABLE INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

There are 25 internship positions available across the following fields:

1. Construction Project Management: 3 Positions
2. Natural Science: 3 Positions
3. Town Planning: 3 Positions
4. Geographic Information Systems (GIS): 3 Positions
5. Civil Engineering: 3 Positions
6. Mechanical Engineering: 3 Positions
7. Electrical Engineering: 4 Positions
8. Quantity Surveying: 3 Positions

Total: 25 Graduate Internship Opportunities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the following general requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID.
• Must be unemployed.
• Must be under the age of 35.
• Must possess a relevant qualification from an accredited university.
• Must provide an academic record and certified copies of qualifications.
• A valid Code 08 driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• Candidates registered with their respective professional councils will have an advantage.
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity requirements.

Qualification requirement for Construction Project Management:

• BSc Construction Management Studies (Honours/Masters), NQF Level 8.

Applicants for the other disciplines must check the individual vacancy requirements to confirm the relevant qualifications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Successful graduates will receive practical training and professional development in their respective fields.

During the programme, graduates will be expected to demonstrate the required competencies and proficiencies as determined by their respective statutory professional councils.

These include:

• ECSA
• SAGC
• SACPLAN
• SACNASP
• SACPCMP
• SACQSP

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidates should demonstrate:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of their respective fields of study.
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in practical working environments.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivation and a results-driven attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

DOCUMENTS TO SUBMIT

Applicants must upload the following documents:

1. Updated CV.
2. Certified copies of qualifications.
3. Academic transcripts or statement of results.
4. Certified copy of South African ID.
5. Proof of candidacy registration with the relevant professional council, where applicable.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo assessments, security clearance and qualification verification. Original certificates and academic records must be presented when requested.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified graduates should apply online through the official Rand Water recruitment platform.

Reference Number: RAN261029-9

Closing Date: 11 November 2026 Location: Glenvista, Gauteng (Rietvlei).

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO GRADUATES!

This is a three-year internship opportunity for unemployed graduates in various infrastructure and engineering disciplines.

If you studied Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Town Planning, Natural Science, GIS, Construction Project Management or Quantity Surveying, check the relevant requirements and apply!

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Skhumbuzo Shandu

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