Website Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is mandated to give effect to the right of citizens to an environment that is not harmful to their health or wellbeing, and to have the environment protected for the benefit of present and future generations. To this end, the department provides leadership in environmental management, conservation and protection towards sustainability for the benefit of South Africans and the global community.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE): Environmental Internships 2025.
This programme offers young graduates a unique opportunity to work directly within municipalities, assisting with environmental planning, policy integration, and sustainability efforts. Interns will support capacity-building, planning forums, awareness campaigns, and implementation of departmental programmes.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
- Hold a National Diploma in Environmental Management / Environmental Sciences or a related field.
- Have knowledge of environmental legislation and local government processes.
- Possess strong skills in:
- Communication (verbal & written)
- Computer literacy
- Stakeholder coordination and facilitation
- Environmental planning
- A valid driver’s licence is an advantage.
Key Duties
- Provide environmental technical support to municipalities.
- Assist in the integration of environmental priorities into local development plans (e.g., IDPs, DDM).
- Participate in forums and structures supporting environmental governance.
- Facilitate environmental awareness and education campaigns.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of sector programmes and municipal environmental performance.
Positions by Province and Reference Numbers
| Province | Ref. Number | Email for Application |
|---|---|---|
| Limpopo | MEGP_01_L | MEGP_01_Limpopo@dffe.gov.za |
| KwaZulu-Natal | MEGP_02_KZN | MEGP_02_KwaZuluNatal@dffe.gov.za |
| Mpumalanga | MEGP_03_MPU | MEGP_03_Mpumalanga@dffe.gov.za |
| Eastern Cape | MEGP_04_EC | MEGP_04_EasternCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Western Cape | MEGP_05_WC | MEGP_05_WesternCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Northern Cape | MEGP_06_NC | MEGP_06_NothernCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Free State | MEGP_07_FS | MEGP_07_FreeState@dffe.gov.za |
| North West | MEGP_08_NW | MEGP_08_NorthWest@dffe.gov.za |
| Gauteng | MEGP_09_GP | MEGP_09_Gauteng@dffe.gov.za |
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- Signed application letter, clearly indicating:
- Reference number
- Province
- Municipality you’re applying to
- Recent detailed CV
- Certified copies of:
- ID
- Matric certificate
- Qualifications
- Academic transcript
- SAQA verification (for foreign qualifications)
Applications may be submitted via email (addresses above), hand-delivered, or posted to:
The Director-General
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001
OR hand-delivered to:
Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6,
Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria
(Box marked “Local Government Support”)