Unemployed graduates in Limpopo have a new workplace experience opportunity to consider. Letaba Technical and Vocational Education and Training College is inviting qualifying South African graduates to apply for its 2026/2027 Internship/Workplace Programme, offering 24 months of exposure across selected fields and campuses.
The programme is open to unemployed South African graduates between 18 and 35 years old.
Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend.
Applications close on 10 July 2026.
For graduates who need practical workplace exposure after completing a National Diploma, this programme can help build experience, confidence and professional readiness.
Why is the Letaba TVET College Internship Programme 2026/2027 worth attention?
Many graduates complete their qualifications but still need workplace experience before they can compete strongly for permanent opportunities.
This programme gives selected graduates a chance to gain practical exposure in a real college environment.
The placements will be around Limpopo Province, giving candidates an opportunity to develop workplace skills while supporting institutional functions linked to their field of study.
The programme is funded by the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority.
Who can submit an application?
Applicants must meet the listed requirements before applying.
Candidates must be:
- Unemployed South African graduates
- Between 18 and 35 years old
- In possession of a relevant National Qualifications Framework Level 6 National Diploma
- Able to submit all required documents
- Not previously appointed as interns in the same categories
Students from all public Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges are encouraged to apply.
People with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to former Letaba Technical and Vocational Education and Training College students.
Which internship fields are available?
The programme includes selected National Qualifications Framework Level 6 internship placements.
Available fields include:
- Diploma in Counselling and Communication Skills
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
These fields are linked to campus-based placements across Letaba Technical and Vocational Education and Training College sites.
How many posts are available?
The advertised posts are listed as follows:
- Counselling and Communication Skills: 1 post
- Mechanical Engineering: 2 posts
- Civil Engineering: 1 post
- Hospitality Management: 1 post
This makes a total of 5 internship posts.
Where will successful candidates be placed?
Placements are linked to the following campuses:
- Modjadji Campus for Counselling and Communication Skills
- Maake and Giyani Campuses for Mechanical Engineering
- Maake Campus for Civil Engineering
- Tzaneen Campus for Hospitality Management
Candidates should be prepared to be placed around Limpopo Province according to the programme needs.
What is the duration of the programme?
The programme runs for 24 months.
This duration gives interns enough time to gain practical exposure, understand workplace systems and build skills that can support future employment.
What reference number should applicants use?
The advertised reference number is:
LET/03/2026
Applicants should include the correct reference number when preparing their application.
A missing or incorrect reference number can make an application harder to process.
What documents are required?
Applicants must submit a complete application pack.
Required documents include:
- Detailed curriculum vitae
- Recently certified copy of Grade 12 certificate or results
- Recently certified copy of National Qualifications Framework Level 6 National Diploma qualification
- Certified copy of identity document
All documents should be clear, readable and recently certified where required.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Place your qualification and internship field near the top of your curriculum vitae. If you are applying for Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hospitality Management or Counselling and Communication Skills, the selection team should see that match immediately.
Where must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted to the reception at:
Letaba Technical and Vocational Education and Training College
Central Office
1 Claude Wheatley Street
Tzaneen
0850
Applicants should submit early and make sure all documents are included before handing in the application.
Who can applicants contact for enquiries?
For enquiries, applicants may contact:
Mothata EM
015 307 5440
Use this contact for official questions about the internship or submission process.
When is the closing date?
Applications close on 10 July 2026.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
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Final Thoughts
The Letaba TVET College Internship/Workplace Programme 2026/2027 is a useful opportunity for unemployed graduates who need practical workplace exposure in Limpopo.
With 24-month placements, a monthly stipend and fields linked to counselling, communication, mechanical engineering, civil engineering and hospitality management, the programme can help graduates build stronger workplace experience.
Applicants should prepare recently certified documents, use the correct reference number and submit their applications at the Central Office before 10 July 2026.
