The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is a South African government agency responsible for registering and regulating companies, co-operatives, and intellectual property rights. It was established under the Companies Act of 2008 and falls under the authority of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition. The commission promotes and monitors compliance with the relevant legislation it administers, which includes ensuring companies adhere to financial reporting standards. It mandates the use of the iXBRL format for digital financial reporting.

The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is committed to youth empowerment through structured graduate internship opportunities. The initiative provides unemployed South African graduates with valuable workplace experience that complements their academic qualifications.

These internships aim to equip graduates with practical skills, professional development, and exposure to public service operations, helping them prepare for future employment opportunities.

Available Internship Opportunities

CIPC is offering three Graduate Internship Programmes in Pretoria for the 2025/2026 intake period:

1. Graduate Internship Programme for Supply Chain Management (x1)

Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: SCHIntern
Qualification Required: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Click here to apply for the Supply Chain Management Internship

2. Graduate Internship Programme in e-Communication (x1)

Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: CI-183
Qualification Required: National Diploma in Management Assistant, Business Management, or Contact Centre Management

Click here to apply for the e-Communication Internship

3. Graduate Internship Programme for Contract Unit (x1)

Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R12 000 per month
Reference Number: ContraIntern
Qualification Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Click here to apply for the Contract Unit Internship

General Requirements for All Internships

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a South African citizen between 18 and 35 years old
• Hold a relevant qualification as listed above
• Be unemployed and have no prior work experience
• Have never participated in any internship programme before
• Be available to work full-time at the CIPC Sunnyside Office in Pretoria
• Submit all required supporting documents in the correct upload sections when applying online:
  • Updated CV
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Certified copy of qualification(s)
• Have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA (if applicable)

Remuneration

Each successful intern will receive a monthly stipend of R12 000.00 for the duration of the programme.

Important Notes

• Only online applications submitted via the official CIPC portal will be considered.
• Emailed, faxed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
• Feedback will only be given to shortlisted candidates.
• Qualifications and citizenship checks will be conducted.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at dates and times determined by CIPC.