A 24-month internship with a monthly stipend of R8 174.75 could give unemployed graduates the workplace experience they need to move forward. The Department of Correctional Services is inviting South African graduates to submit for its Public Service Graduate Internship Programme for 2026/2027 and 2027/2028.
The programme is aimed at unemployed graduates who want practical workplace exposure in different fields within the Department of Correctional Services.
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Applications close on 09 July 2026 at 15:45.
What is the Department of Correctional Services Internship Programme?
The Department of Correctional Services Internship Programme is a 24-month Public Service Graduate Internship Programme.
It is designed to help unemployed graduates gain practical work experience in fields linked to their qualifications.
The programme includes opportunities at Head Office, training colleges and regional offices across South Africa.
This is a strong opportunity for graduates who want public service experience and a clearer path into the workplace.
What are the internship details?
Applicants should take note of the main programme details before submitting.
- Department: Department of Correctional Services
- Programme: Public Service Graduate Internship Programme
- Duration: 24 months
- Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
- Closing Date: 09 July 2026 at 15:45
- Application Method: Z83 form, detailed CV and correct reference number
Applicants must use the correct reference number for the opportunity they want.
They must also submit a separate and complete application for each post they apply for.
Which internship fields are available?
The Department of Correctional Services has opened internship opportunities in several fields.
Available fields include:
- Built Environment
- Legal
- Finance
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Information Technology
- Supply Chain Management
- Theology
- Correctional Service Management
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Agriculture
- Kitchen / Bakery
- Artisans
- Clothing and Textile
These fields cover administrative, technical, professional and operational support areas.
Which Head Office internship opportunities are open?
The following opportunities are available at Head Office.
Built Environment
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/01
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Architectural Technology
- Interior Design Landscape
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
Legal
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/02
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- Bachelor of Laws, LLB
Finance
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/03
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
Psychology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/04
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- Degree in Psychology
Social Work
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/05
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- Degree in Social Work
Information Technology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/06
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma or Degree in Information Technology
Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/07
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management
Theology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/08
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma or Degree in Theological Studies
Correctional Service Management
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/09
Centre: Head Office
Stipend: R8 174.75 per month
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Correctional Services Management
- Correctional Sciences
- Penology
- Criminology
- Security Management
Which training college internship opportunities are available?
The Department of Correctional Services has also opened opportunities at training colleges.
Kroonstad Training College
- Information Technology — KSC 2026/06/10
- Supply Chain Management — KSC 2026/06/11
- Theology — KSC 2026/06/12
Applicants must have a relevant National Diploma or Degree in the field they are applying for.
Zonderwater Training College
- Information Technology — ZWC 2026/06/13
- Supply Chain Management — ZWC 2026/06/14
- Theology — ZWC 2026/06/15
All listed training college opportunities have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which regional internship opportunities are available?
The Department of Correctional Services has internship opportunities across different regions.
Applicants should choose the correct region, field and reference number when submitting.
Which opportunities are available in the Gauteng Region?
The following opportunities are available in the Gauteng Region:
- Correctional Service Management — GP 2026/06/16
- Occupational Health and Safety — GP 2026/06/17
- Information Technology — GP 2026/06/18
- Supply Chain Management — GP 2026/06/19
- Agriculture — GP 2026/06/20
- Kitchen / Bakery — GP 2026/06/21
- Artisans — GP 2026/06/22
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which opportunities are available in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region?
The following opportunities are available in the Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region:
- Correctional Service Management — LMN 2026/06/23
- Occupational Health and Safety — LMN 2026/06/24
- Information Technology — LMN 2026/06/25
- Supply Chain Management — LMN 2026/06/26
- Agriculture — LMN 2026/06/27
- Kitchen / Bakery — LMN 2026/06/28
- Artisans — LMN 2026/06/29
- Clothing and Textile — LMN 2026/06/30
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which opportunities are available in the Western Cape Region?
The following opportunities are available in the Western Cape Region:
- Correctional Service Management — WC 2026/06/31
- Occupational Health and Safety — WC 2026/06/32
- Information Technology — WC 2026/06/33
- Supply Chain Management — WC 2026/06/34
- Agriculture — WC 2026/06/35
- Kitchen / Bakery — WC 2026/06/36
- Artisans — WC 2026/06/37
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which opportunities are available in the Eastern Cape Region?
The following opportunities are available in the Eastern Cape Region:
- Correctional Service Management — EC 2026/06/38
- Occupational Health and Safety — EC 2026/06/39
- Information Technology — WC 2026/06/40
- Supply Chain Management — WC 2026/06/41
- Kitchen / Bakery — WC 2026/06/42
- Artisans — WC 2026/06/43
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which opportunities are available in the KwaZulu-Natal Region?
The following opportunities are available in the KwaZulu-Natal Region:
- Correctional Service Management — KZN 2026/06/44
- Occupational Health and Safety — KZN 2026/06/45
- Information Technology — KZN 2026/06/46
- Supply Chain Management — KZN 2026/06/47
- Kitchen / Bakery — KZN 2026/06/48
- Artisans — KZN 2026/06/49
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Which opportunities are available in the Free State and Northern Cape Region?
The following opportunities are available in the Free State and Northern Cape Region:
- Correctional Service Management — FS/NC 2026/06/50
- Occupational Health and Safety — FS/NC 2026/06/51
- Information Technology — FS/NC 2026/06/52
- Supply Chain Management — FS/NC 2026/06/53
- Kitchen / Bakery — FS/NC 2026/06/54
- Artisans — FS/NC 2026/06/55
All posts have a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
What qualifications are required for each field?
Applicants must meet the qualification requirements for the field they choose.
Correctional Service Management requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Correctional Services Management
- Correctional Sciences
- Penology
- Criminology
- Security Management
Occupational Health and Safety requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Safety Management
- Environment
Information Technology requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Information Technology
Supply Chain Management requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
Agriculture requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Animal Production
- Plant Production
- Horticulture
Kitchen / Bakery requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Food and Consumer Science
- Food Technology
Artisans require a National Diploma, Degree or Trade Certificate in:
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Brick Laying
- Welding
- Motor Mechanic
- Upholstery
- Carpentry
- Fitting
Clothing and Textile requires a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Pattern Making
- Clothing Design
Applicants should only submit for opportunities that match their qualifications.
How must applicants submit their applications?
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form.
Applicants who need help with the form can use the new Z83 form download guide.
Only a detailed CV should be attached to the application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Applicants must submit a separate and complete application for each post they apply for.
The correct reference number must be stated for each position.
For emailed applications, applicants must place the correct reference number in the subject line.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Do not use one application for multiple posts. Prepare a separate Z83 and CV for each reference number so that the department can process each submission correctly.
Which email addresses and delivery details should applicants use?
Applicants must use the correct region or office details for the post they are submitting for.
What are the National Head Office application details?
Email: HQHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
124 WF Nkomo Street
Poyntons Building
Corner WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street
Pretoria
0001
Postal Address:
Department of Correctional Services
Post Advertisement Section
Private Bag X136
Pretoria
0001
What are the Gauteng Region application details?
Email: GPHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
1077 Forum East Building
Arcadia Street
Hatfield
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Gauteng
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X393
Pretoria
0001
What are the Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West application details?
Email: LMNHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
Corner Johannes Ramokhoase and Paul Kruger Street
196 Masada Building
9th Floor
Pretoria
0001
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X142
Pretoria
0001
What are the Western Cape Region application details?
Email: WCHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
Peninsula Drive
Monte Vista
7460
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Western Cape
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X14
Goodwood
7459
What are the Eastern Cape Region application details?
Email: ECHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
Moore Street
Block E Ocean Terrace
Quigney
East London
5211
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X9013
East London
What are the KwaZulu-Natal Region application details?
Email: KZNHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
Correctional Services
Eugene Marais Road
Napierville
Pietermaritzburg
3201
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner KwaZulu-Natal
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X9126
Pietermaritzburg
3201
What are the Free State and Northern Cape Region application details?
Email: FSNCHRD@dcs.gov.za
Hand Delivery:
103 Zastron Street
Agrimed Building
Bloemfontein
9300
Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Free State and Northern Cape
Recruitment Section
Private Bag X20530
Bloemfontein
9300
Who can applicants contact for enquiries?
Applicants may use the relevant enquiry details below.
National Head Office
Contact Persons: Ms Motsepe RS / Ms Mamosadi NM / Ms Boroko VM
Tel: 012 307 2176 / 012 307 2078 / 012 305 8188
Gauteng Region
Contact Persons: Ms S. Mkuzangwe / Ms E. Mahlakoane
Tel: 012 420 0146 / 76
Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West Region
Contact Persons: Mr E. Nhlengethwa / Ms R. Ngobeni
Tel: 012 306 2112
Western Cape Region
Contact Persons: Mr B De Kapoza / Ms N. Sigodi
Tel: 021 550 6078
Eastern Cape Region
Contact Persons: Ms V. Gadu / Mr S. Mdani
Tel: 043 706 7840
KwaZulu-Natal Region
Contact Persons: Mr A. Msomi / Mr S. Nyide
Tel: 033 355 7300 / 7360
Free State and Northern Cape Region
Contact Persons: Mr R Dortley / Ms Feder E
Tel: 051 404 0200 / 0288
What should applicants remember before submitting?
Applicants must submit before the closing date and time.
They should also remember the following:
- Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form
- A detailed CV must be attached
- The correct reference number must be stated
- Email applicants must use the reference number in the subject line
- A separate application must be submitted for each post
- Certified documents are only required from shortlisted candidates
- Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies on or before the interview date
- The department may conduct security clearance and verification checks
- Appointments will be provisional pending the issuing of security clearance
- The department reserves the right not to fill advertised posts
Applicants who are not contacted within three months of the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
When is the closing date?
The closing date for Department of Correctional Services Internships 2026 is:
09 July 2026 at 15:45
Applicants must make sure their applications reach the Department of Correctional Services before the closing date and time.
Late applications may not be considered.
Why does this internship opportunity matter?
Many graduates have qualifications but still need workplace experience to compete for future opportunities.
This internship programme gives graduates 24 months of structured exposure in a public service environment.
It also covers many study fields, including legal, finance, IT, agriculture, social work, psychology, supply chain and artisan-related fields.
For unemployed graduates, this can be a practical step toward stronger workplace readiness and a more confident career start.
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Final Thoughts
The Department of Correctional Services Internships 2026 offer unemployed South African graduates a chance to gain practical experience over 24 months.
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75.
Because applications close on 09 July 2026 at 15:45, applicants should prepare their Z83 form, attach a detailed CV, use the correct reference number and submit to the correct office or email address before the deadline.
