The Government Printing Works (GPW) is the official security printing specialist for the South African government. Operating as a government component under the Department of Home Affairs, GPW’s main functions include providing secure documents, publishing official government information, and offering general printing services.

The 24-month GPW Graduate Internship provides structured workplace exposure under experienced professionals across Finance, Supply Chain, Risk, ICT, HR, Security, Sales, Communications and Operations. Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens who have not previously participated in a government/state internship.

Stipend

R7 860.40 per month (all streams)

Minimum Application Pack (Z83 + CV)

• New Z83 form (page 2 signed; correct reference number indicated)
• Detailed CV

⚠️ Certified copies of ID, Senior Certificate, highest qualification(s) and driver’s licence (where required) are only submitted by shortlisted candidates before interview day. Foreign qualifications must include SAQA evaluation.

Available Internship Streams & Emails (Ref Nos.)

• Contract Management x2 – Ref GPW2025/01 → Email: Gpw.ContrManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Office of the Director: Contract Management x1 – Ref GPW2025/02 → Gpw.ContrManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Printing Outsourcing x2 – Ref GPW2025/03 → Gpw.ContrManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Salaries & Payroll x1 – Ref GPW2025/04 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• General Ledger x1 – Ref GPW2025/05 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Accounts Receivable x2 – Ref GPW2025/06 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Accounts Payable x1 – Ref GPW2025/07 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Budget Office x1 – Ref GPW2025/08 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Asset Management x2 – Ref GPW2025/09 → Gpw.FinServIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Enterprise Risk Management x1 – Ref GPW2025/10 → Gpw.ERMIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Business Continuity & Compliance x1 – Ref GPW2025/11 → Gpw.ERMIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Internal Audit x2 – Ref GPW2025/12 → Gpw.IAIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Communications (Graphic Design) x1 – Ref GPW2025/13 → Gpw.CommsIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Sales (Zandfontein) x6 – Ref GPW2025/14 → Gpw.SalesIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Sales (Polokwane) x2 – Ref GPW2025/15 → Gpw.SalesIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Sales (Mahikeng) x2 – Ref GPW2025/16 → Gpw.SalesIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Sales (East London) x2 – Ref GPW2025/17 → Gpw.SalesIntern@gpw.gov.za
• E-Gazette DTP (Desktop Publishing/Layout) x2 – Ref GPW2025/18 → Gpw.OpsManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Protection Security x3 – Ref GPW2025/19 → Gpw.SecManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Administration & Coordination x1 – Ref GPW2025/20 → Gpw.SecManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Security Systems (Electronics) x2 – Ref GPW2025/21 → Gpw.SecManIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Applications Management (IT) x1 – Ref GPW2025/22 → Gpw.ICTIntern@gpw.gov.za
• ICT Security/Governance/Risk/Compliance/Strategy/Continuity x2 – Ref GPW2025/23 → Gpw.ICTIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Infrastructure Management (IT) x1 – Ref GPW2025/24 → Gpw.ICTIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Organisational Development & Change Management x1 – Ref GPW2025/25 → Gpw.HRIntern@gpw.gov.za
• Talent Management (HRD/Training) x1 – Ref GPW2025/26 → Gpw.HRIntern@gpw.gov.za

Basic Qualification Requirements (by area)

• Finance streams: Diploma/Degree in Accounting/Finance/SCM/Procurement (as specified per stream)
• Risk/Compliance/Internal Audit: Diploma/Degree in Risk/Compliance/Law/Corporate Governance/Internal Audit/Business Continuity
• ICT streams: Diploma/Degree in IT/Computer Science/Information Systems/System Development; Cyber Security for ICT GRC roles
• Communications: Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing/Layout
• Security: Security Management or Electronics (for systems)
• HR/OD: Work-study/Operations/Management Services/Production Management; HRD/Training for Talent Management

How to Apply

Click here to apply for the Government Printing Works Internships 2026/2028

Submit your Z83 + CV (only) by one of these methods:

• Email (preferred): Use the specific email listed above for the stream you’re applying for and include the correct Ref No in the subject line.
• Post: The Branch: Human Resources, Government Printing Works, Private Bag X85, Pretoria, 0001
• Hand-deliver: 149 Bosman Street, Pretoria
  For Attention: Ms DD Madiba / Ms NW Mathibela (HR) | Tel: (012) 748 6277 / (012) 748 6297

Important Notes

• Personnel suitability checks and security clearance apply.
• GPW may fill or not fill posts; no obligation to employ after the internship.
• Late or non-compliant applications will not be considered.
• If no response is received within 3–6 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.