UIF Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2028 to 2029: 109 Internship Opportunities Available
The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) has officially opened applications for its Graduate Internship Programme for the 2027/2028 to 2029 financial years. This recruitment drive offers 109 internship opportunities across various professional fields and is designed to provide unemployed graduates with valuable workplace experience in the public sector.
The internship programme is aimed at graduates who have completed a relevant qualification and have never participated in any internship programme, whether in the public or private sector. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend while gaining practical experience that supports future career development.
Internship Overview
Employer: Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2028 – 2029
Number of Opportunities: 109 Posts
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Monthly Stipend: R8,174.75
Closing Date: 7 August 2026
About the UIF Graduate Internship Programme
The UIF Graduate Internship Programme provides graduates with practical workplace exposure in their field of study. Participants will work under experienced professionals while developing the skills and knowledge required for future employment.
The programme is intended for unemployed South African graduates who wish to gain meaningful experience within the Department of Employment and Labour.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed.
- Hold a relevant National Qualification Framework (NQF) Level 6 qualification recognised by SAQA.
- Never have participated in an internship programme in either the public or private sector.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the specific internship they are applying for.
Available Internship Fields
Internship opportunities are available in a wide range of disciplines, including:
| Internship | Reference Number | Application Email |
|---|---|---|
| Office of the UIF Commissioner | HR4/4/1/3OUIC2026/UIF | UIF-Intern01@labour.gov.za |
| Audit/Governance Coordinator | HR4/4/1/3AGC2026/UIF | UIF-Intern02@labour.gov.za |
| Compliance Support | HR4/4/1/3CS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern03@labour.gov.za |
| Risk Management | HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern04@labour.gov.za |
| Internal Audit | HR4/4/1/3/IA2026/UIF | UIF-Intern05@labour.gov.za |
| Strategic Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation | HR4/4/1/3/SPME2026/UIF | UIF-Intern06@labour.gov.za |
| Research & Policy Development | HR4/4/1/3/RPD2026/UIF | UIF-Intern07@labour.gov.za |
| Administrator: Office of the CIO | HR4/4/1/3/CIO2026/UIF | UIF-Intern08@labour.gov.za |
| IT Projects | HR4/4/1/3/ITP2026/UIF | UIF-Intern09@labour.gov.za |
| IT Business Support | HR4/4/1/3/ITBS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern10@labour.gov.za |
| IT Infrastructure Support | HR4/4/1/3/ITIS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern11@labour.gov.za |
| IT Business Applications | HR4/4/1/3/ITBA2026/UIF | UIF-Intern12@labour.gov.za |
| ICT Risk & Security | HR4/4/1/3/ICTRS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern13@labour.gov.za |
| Administrator: Office of the Director | HR4/4/1/3/AOD2026/UIF | UIF-Intern14@labour.gov.za |
| Human Resource Practices | HR4/4/1/3/HRP2026/UIF | UIF-Intern15@labour.gov.za |
| Employee Relations | HR4/4/1/3/ER2026/UIF | UIF-Intern16@labour.gov.za |
| Employee Health & Wellness | HR4/4/1/3/EHWP2026/UIF | UIF-Intern17@labour.gov.za |
| Diversity Management | HR4/4/1/3/DM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern18@labour.gov.za |
| Occupational Health & Safety | HR4/4/1/3/OHS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern19@labour.gov.za |
| Training & Development | HR4/4/1/3/TD2026/UIF | UIF-Intern20@labour.gov.za |
| Employee Performance Management | HR4/4/1/3/EPM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern21@labour.gov.za |
| Organisational Development, Business Process & Change Management | HR4/4/1/3/ODBPRCM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern22@labour.gov.za |
| Legal Services | HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern23@labour.gov.za |
| Board Services & Case Management | HR4/4/1/3/BSCM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern24@labour.gov.za |
| Corporate Governance | HR4/4/1/3/CG2026/UIF | UIF-Intern25@labour.gov.za |
| Communication & Marketing | HR4/4/1/3/COM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern26@labour.gov.za |
| Demand & Acquisition | HR4/4/1/3/DA2026/UIF | UIF-Intern27@labour.gov.za |
| Maintenance Management | HR4/4/1/3/MM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern28@labour.gov.za |
| Records Management | HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern29@labour.gov.za |
| Asset & Fleet Management | HR4/4/1/3/AFM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern30@labour.gov.za |
| Revenue Management | HR4/4/1/3/REVM2026/UIF | UIF-Intern31@labour.gov.za |
| Budget | HR4/4/1/3/B2026/UIF | UIF-Intern32@labour.gov.za |
| Bank Reconciliation | HR4/4/1/3/BR2026/UIF | UIF-Intern33@labour.gov.za |
| AP Claims Creditors | HR4/4/1/3/APCC2026/UIF | UIF-Intern34@labour.gov.za |
| AP Trade Creditors | HR4/4/1/3/APTC2026/UIF | UIF-Intern35@labour.gov.za |
| Labour Activation Programmes | HR4/4/1/3/LAP2026/UIF | UIF-Intern36@labour.gov.za |
| Compliance Services | HR4/4/1/3/CS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern37@labour.gov.za |
| Business Operations Statistics | HR4/4/1/3/BOS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern38@labour.gov.za |
| Provincial Support | HR4/4/1/3/PS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern39@labour.gov.za |
| Operation Systems Support Services | HR4/4/1/3/OSSS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern40@labour.gov.za |
| Declarations & Call Centre Services | HR4/4/1/3/DCCS2026/UIF | UIF-Intern41@labour.gov.za |
Monthly Stipend
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of:
R8,174.75 per month
Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit:
- Completed and signed new Z83 Application Form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
For online applications, the Z83 form and CV must be combined into one PDF document. Other file formats such as ZIP, JPEG or PNG will not be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will later be requested to provide certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents.
Important: Use the correct internship reference number and job title in the subject line of your email. Applications sent to the wrong email address may not be considered.
Closing Date
Applications close on:
7 August 2026
- Walk-in applications: 16:00
- Online applications: 23:59
Late applications may not be considered.
Why Apply?
This internship programme provides graduates with:
- Valuable public sector work experience
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to government operations
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Monthly financial support during the internship
- Improved employability for future career opportunities
Important Information
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted after the closing date. Applicants should ensure that all application requirements are met before submitting their documents.
The Department of Employment and Labour does not charge any fee for job applications or recruitment processes. Applicants should remain alert to employment scams and avoid making payments to anyone claiming to guarantee employment.
Disclaimer
This article is provided for informational purposes based on the official UIF Graduate Internship advertisement. Applicants should refer to the official vacancy notice for the complete list of internship reference numbers, qualification requirements and application instructions before submitting their applications.
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