CIPC is recruiting four CIPC Project Management Graduate Internship Programme 2026 for a fully funded 24-month internship in Pretoria. Monthly stipend: R12,000. Open to unemployed South African graduates aged 18–35. Apply before 18 November 2025.
Overview
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC), an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), has re-advertised its Project Management Graduate Internship Programme for 2026. Four internship positions are available, offering unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain full-time, practical experience over a 24-month period at CIPC’s Sunnyside Office in Pretoria.
This initiative supports South Africa’s national youth development goals by equipping graduates with real workplace exposure in the project management field.
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About the Internship Programme
The Graduate Internship Programme is a structured public service initiative aimed at giving unemployed graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in the workplace. This internship is ideal for graduates who have completed their qualifications but have not yet obtained industry experience.
Who Benefits?
This programme is designed for:
- Unemployed South African graduates with a completed degree or diploma
- Graduates with no previous work experience
- Graduates who have never participated in an internship programme
- Applicants aged 18–35 years
Key Internship Details
Position
Project Management Interns (4 Posts) – Pretoria, Sunnyside Office
Duration
24 months (full-time)
Stipend
R12,000 per month
Closing Date
18 November 2025
CIPC Project Management Graduate Internship Programme 2026
Duties & Experience You Will Gain
Interns will gain hands-on exposure to:
- Project planning and coordination
- Monitoring and tracking project progress
- Preparing project documentation and reports
- Working with project management methodologies
- Supporting business units with administrative and operational project functions
- Learning project governance and compliance processes
This experience will strengthen your employability and prepare you for junior project management roles in the public and private sectors.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Project Management
- Basic understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
- Coursework or certifications such as CAPM or PRINCE2 Foundation (advantageous)
- South African citizenship
- Age between 18 and 35
How to Apply
Applicants must upload ALL required documents in the correct sections on the online application portal:
Required documents:
- Updated CV
- South African ID
- Relevant qualification/degree/diploma (upload under “Supporting Documents”)
Important: Incorrect or missing documents will result in automatic disqualification.
Apply via:
CIPC Recruitment Portal:
Visit the CIPC website → Careers → Current Opportunities
No faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
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Additional Information
- All qualifications and citizenship details will be verified.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
- Only shortlisted candidates will receive feedback.
- CIPC follows an employment equity plan, giving preference to underrepresented groups.
- CIPC reserves the right not to fill the positions.
For application assistance, contact CIPC Recruitment:
087 743 7074 / 7075 / 7197
Summary Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | CIPC Project Management Graduate Internship |
| Posts Available | 4 |
| Location | Pretoria (Sunnyside Office) |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Stipend | R12,000 per month |
| Eligibility | SA graduates aged 18–35 |
| Qualifications | Degree/Diploma in Project Management |
| Experience Needed | None |
| Closing Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Application Method | Online only |
FAQs
1. Is work experience required?
No. This programme is specifically for unemployed graduates with no prior work experience.
2. Can I apply if I have previously been part of an internship?
No. Applicants must be graduates who have never participated in any internship programme.
3. Is this internship fully funded?
Yes. Interns receive a monthly stipend of R12,000.
4. What happens after submission?
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
5. Can I email my documents to CIPC?
No. Only applications submitted online through the official portal will be considered.
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