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Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture (DARDLEA): Internships 2025

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The Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land And Environmental Affairs (The Department) is an integral part of the South African Public Service established in terms of section 197 of the Constitution and read with section 7 (1) and 7 (2) of the Public Services Act of 1994.The Department derives its core mandate from the provisions of schedules 4 and 5 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and in accordance with section 104 (1) b of the Constitution.

Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture (DARDLEA) invites graduates to apply for Internships in Various Districts and Head Office, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa.The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) is offering 24-month internship opportunities to unemployed South African graduates. The programme aims to build capacity, enhance employability, and promote employment equity, especially for people living with disabilities.

Internship Fields & Reference Numbers

The following internship positions are available across districts and head office:

Structured Agricultural Training (x3 Posts)

  • Locations: Nkangala, Gert Sibande, Ehlanzeni
  • Ref Nos: DARDLEA/2025/07/01–03
  • Qualification: BSc in Crop & Animal Production or equivalent

Agri-Business (x2 Posts)

  • Location: Head Office – Mbombela
  • Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/04
  • Qualification: BSc in Agricultural Economics or equivalent

Environmental Management Fields

  • Environmental Impact Assessment (x1) – Gert Sibande – DARDLEA/2025/07/05
  • Environmental Education (x2) – Ehlanzeni & Nkangala – DARDLEA/2025/07/06–07
  • Pollution & Waste Management (x3) – All districts – DARDLEA/2025/07/08–10
  • Qualification: Degree in Environmental Management/Natural Sciences

Risk Management (x1)

  • Location: Head Office – Mbombela
  • Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/11
  • Qualification: Risk Management/Accounting/Internal Audit

Government Technology Information Services (x7)

  • Locations: All districts and Head Office
  • Ref Nos: DARDLEA/2025/07/12–16
  • Qualification: Computer Science/IT with A+, N+, MCSA

Human Resources Management & Development (x5)

  • Location: Head Office – Mbombela
  • Ref No: DARDLEA/2025/07/17
  • Qualification: HRM/Public Management/Admin

Finance Related Internships

  • Financial Accounting (x6): Ref Nos DARDLEA/2025/07/18–22
  • Management Accounting (x6): Ref Nos DARDLEA/2025/07/23–27
  • Asset & Facility Management (x6): Ref Nos DARDLEA/2025/07/28–32
  • Supply Chain Management (x6): Ref Nos DARDLEA/2025/07/33–37
  • Qualification: Financial Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, or related

Corporate Services (x14)

  • Ref Nos: DARDLEA/2025/07/38–41
  • Qualification: HRM, Labour Relations, Public Admin, etc.

Communication Services (x6)

  • Ref Nos: DARDLEA/2025/07/42–46
  • Qualification: PR, Journalism, Communications, or Graphic Design

Other Posts

  • Monitoring & Evaluation (x1): DARDLEA/2025/07/47
  • Policy, Planning & Coordination (x1): DARDLEA/2025/07/48
  • Internal Audit (x1): DARDLEA/2025/07/49
  • Labour Relations (x1): DARDLEA/2025/07/50
  • Transversal Services (x3): DARDLEA/2025/07/51

How to Apply

Click here to apply for DARDLEA Internship Programme 2025–2027
Closing Date: 25 July 2025 at 16:00

Submit applications to the relevant district:

Application Requirements:

  • Completed Z83 form: Download here
  • Comprehensive CV
  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and required to submit certified documents.