The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially opened applications for its 24-Month Public Service Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 and 2027/2028, offering unemployed South African graduates an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience within the public sector.

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 for the duration of the programme.

Internship Programme Overview

Details	Information
Department	Department of Correctional Services
Programme	Public Service Graduate Internship Programme
Duration	24 Months
Monthly Stipend	R8,174.75
Location	Various Centres Across South Africa
Employment Type	Internship

Fields Available for Internship Placement

The Department is offering opportunities in the following disciplines:

• Built Environment
• Legal Services
• Finance
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Information Technology
• Supply Chain Management
• Theology
• Correctional Service Management
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Agriculture
• Kitchen and Bakery Operations
• Artisans
• Clothing and Textile

Head Office Internship Opportunities

Built Environment

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/01

Applicants must possess a National Diploma or Degree in:

• Architectural Technology
• Interior Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering

Legal Services

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/02

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Finance

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/03

Requirements:

• Financial Accounting
• Financial Management

Psychology

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/04

Requirements:

• Degree in Psychology

Social Work

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/05

Requirements:

• Degree in Social Work

Information Technology

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/06

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology

Supply Chain Management

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/07

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Theology

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/08

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Theological Studies

Correctional Service Management

Reference Number: HO 2026/06/09

Requirements:

• Correctional Services Management
• Correctional Sciences
• Penology
• Criminology
• Security Management

Training College Opportunities

Kroonstad Training College

Field	Reference Number
Information Technology	KSC 2026/06/10
Supply Chain Management	KSC 2026/06/11
Theology	KSC 2026/06/12

Zonderwater Training College

Field	Reference Number
Information Technology	ZWC 2026/06/13
Supply Chain Management	ZWC 2026/06/14
Theology	ZWC 2026/06/15

Regional Internship Opportunities

Gauteng Region

• Correctional Service Management – GP 2026/06/16
• Occupational Health and Safety – GP 2026/06/17
• Information Technology – GP 2026/06/18
• Supply Chain Management – GP 2026/06/19
• Agriculture – GP 2026/06/20
• Kitchen/Bakery – GP 2026/06/21
• Artisans – GP 2026/06/22

Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region

• Correctional Service Management – LMN 2026/06/23
• Occupational Health and Safety – LMN 2026/06/24
• Information Technology – LMN 2026/06/25
• Supply Chain Management – LMN 2026/06/26
• Agriculture – LMN 2026/06/27
• Kitchen/Bakery – LMN 2026/06/28
• Artisans – LMN 2026/06/29
• Clothing and Textile – LMN 2026/06/30

Western Cape Region

• Correctional Service Management – WC 2026/06/31
• Occupational Health and Safety – WC 2026/06/32
• Information Technology – WC 2026/06/33
• Supply Chain Management – WC 2026/06/34
• Agriculture – WC 2026/06/35
• Kitchen/Bakery – WC 2026/06/36
• Artisans – WC 2026/06/37

Eastern Cape Region

• Correctional Service Management – EC 2026/06/38
• Occupational Health and Safety – EC 2026/06/39
• Information Technology – EC 2026/06/40
• Supply Chain Management – EC 2026/06/41
• Kitchen/Bakery – EC 2026/06/42
• Artisans – EC 2026/06/43

KwaZulu-Natal Region

• Correctional Service Management – KZN 2026/06/44
• Occupational Health and Safety – KZN 2026/06/45
• Information Technology – KZN 2026/06/46
• Supply Chain Management – KZN 2026/06/47
• Kitchen/Bakery – KZN 2026/06/48
• Artisans – KZN 2026/06/49

Free State and Northern Cape Region

• Correctional Service Management – FS/NC 2026/06/50
• Occupational Health and Safety – FS/NC 2026/06/51
• Information Technology – FS/NC 2026/06/52
• Supply Chain Management – FS/NC 2026/06/53
• Kitchen/Bakery – FS/NC 2026/06/54
• Artisans – FS/NC 2026/06/55

Qualification Requirements

Occupational Health and Safety

Applicants must possess:

• National Diploma or Degree in Safety Management
• Environmental Management

Agriculture

Applicants must possess:

• Animal Production
• Plant Production
• Horticulture

Kitchen and Bakery

Applicants must possess:

• Food and Consumer Science
• Food Technology

Artisans

Applicants must possess a qualification or trade certificate in:

• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Bricklaying
• Welding
• Motor Mechanics
• Upholstery
• Carpentry
• Fitting and Turning

Clothing and Textile

Applicants must possess:

• Pattern Making
• Clothing Design

Internship Benefits

Successful interns will gain:

• Valuable public sector work experience
• Exposure to correctional services operations
• Professional workplace skills
• Career development opportunities
• Industry-specific practical training
• Networking opportunities within government departments
• Enhanced employability after programme completion

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• A completed Z83 Application Form
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• The correct reference number for the post applied for

Important application requirements:

• Submit a separate application for each position.
• Ensure the correct reference number appears on the application.
• For email applications, include the reference number in the email subject line.
• Do not attach certified copies initially.
• Certified qualifications and supporting documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates.

Important Notes

• Security vetting and criminal record checks may be conducted.
• Qualification verification will be undertaken.
• Appointment remains subject to security clearance.
• If you do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
• The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill advertised positions.

This internship programme presents an excellent opportunity for unemployed South African graduates to gain meaningful experience in government while receiving a competitive monthly stipend and building a foundation for future career growth.