Unemployed youth in the Northern Cape have a funded opportunity to gain workplace experience in 2026.
The Northern Cape Department of Health Internships 2026 programme includes:
- TVET Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – 18 months
- University Graduate Internship Programme – 12 months
Both programmes are funded by HWSETA and offer a monthly stipend.
Closing date: 27 February 2026
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Programme Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Northern Cape Department of Health |
| Funding | HWSETA |
| Location | Northern Cape Province |
| TVET WIL Duration | 18 Months |
| Graduate Internship Duration | 12 Months |
| Closing Date | 27 February 2026 |
The programme is coordinated through the Department’s Human Resources Development unit.
About the Department
Northern Cape Department of Health provides public healthcare services across the province.
Through this internship initiative, the Department aims to strengthen workforce capacity while empowering local youth.
The programme is funded by HWSETA, which supports skills development in the health and social sectors.
Fields of Study Accepted
Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications:
N6 Certificate (TVET)
- Human Resources (N6)
- Public Management (N6)
- Financial Management (N6)
Diploma or Degree (NQF Level)
- Human Resource Management
- Public Management
- Financial, Accounting or Business Management
- Human Resource Development or Development Studies
- BSc Information Technology
- Labour Law or Legal Law
- Any Health-related qualification
If you have completed your studies but have not yet received your certificate, you must submit:
- Academic transcripts
- Letter confirming completion
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be residents of the Northern Cape
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be unemployed
- Hold one of the listed qualifications
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Stipend and Conditions
- Funded by HWSETA
- Monthly stipend paid according to HWSETA guidelines
- Successful candidates must sign learner agreements
- Internship contracts will be signed with the Department
This is structured workplace exposure aligned with your qualification.
Required Documents
You must submit:
- Completed Work-Based Learning Agreement (WBLA) form
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months)
- Affidavit confirming unemployment
- In-service letter from college (if applicable)
Incomplete applications will be disqualified.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted to your relevant District Office or Institution.
Below are key contact points:
Provincial Office (Kimberley)
Tel: 053 8300 591/2/3/4
Contact: Ms Z Kowarjee
District Contacts
- RMS Hospital – 053 8022 220
- Frances Baard – 053 831 4695
- John Taolo Gaetsewe – 053 773 9503
- New Mental Hospital – 053 802 3611
- Namakwa – 027 712 1603/1
- Pixley Ka Seme – 053 631 1575
- ZF Mgcawu – 054 337 0629
- Dr Harry Surtie Hospital – 054 332 9158
Submit directly to your district office before:
27 February 2026
If you are not contacted within six weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
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Final Thoughts
The Northern Cape Department of Health Internships 2026 offer structured, funded workplace experience for unemployed youth in the province.
With:
- 12–18 months of exposure
- HWSETA-funded stipends
- Multiple qualification streams
This is a valuable entry point into the public health and administration sectors.
Prepare your documents carefully. Submit to the correct district office. Apply before 27 February 2026.
Opportunities like this can shape your professional future.
