Right now the North West Provincial Treasury, with funding from FASSET, is offering 15 paid graduate internships that could be your first step into a public‑sector finance career.
What the opportunity is
These internships are for 24 months and pay R5 833,33 per month. They are in Finance, Internal Auditing, Supply Chain Management and Internal Control. The programme runs under the Graduate Internship Programme and will place you within Provincial Accounting.
Who can apply – eligibility
- South African citizen
- Aged between 18 and 35
- Unemployed graduate (or waiting for your final certificate)
- Hold the qualification required for the specific stream (see below)
- Have not taken part in any other internship programme
- Live within 30 km of the municipality mentioned in the advert
Applicants with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
What you will gain
The 24‑month placement gives you two years of hands‑on experience in a provincial finance department. You can expect to develop skills in:
- Public‑sector financial processes
- Financial administration and reporting
- Organisational controls and internal auditing
- Supply chain and procurement procedures
- Professional documentation and workplace communication
The internship does not guarantee a permanent job after it ends, and the stipend does not include transport, accommodation or relocation costs.
How to apply – step‑by‑step
- Identify the stream that matches your qualification and note its reference number.
- Download the new Z83 Application for Employment form.
- Complete the Z83 with:
- Correct internship title and reference
- Accurate personal details
- Your signature and the date
- Prepare a current CV that includes your contact information.
- If you have not yet received your certificate, attach either:
- An academic transcript showing you have completed the programme, or
- A letter from your institution confirming completion and expected graduation.
- Send the Z83 and CV by one of the following methods before 16:30 on 4 September 2026:
- Email to [email protected] (use a subject like “Graduate Internship – FINANCE/FIN/01 – Your Name”).
- Post to:
The Director: Human Resource Management
Department of Provincial Treasury
Private Bag X2060
Mmabatho, 2735 - Hand‑deliver to:
Ga‑Rona Building, East Wing
Car Wash Entrance
Mmabatho
- Keep a copy of every document you send. If you email, save the sent message as proof.
Streams and qualification requirements
Finance (8 places) – Ref: FINANCE/FIN/01
- National Diploma in Accounting
- Degree in Accounting
- Bachelor of Technology in Accounting
Internal Control (1 place) – Ref: FINANCE/IC/04
- National Diploma in Accounting
- Degree in Accounting
- Bachelor of Technology in Accounting
Internal Auditor (1 place) – Ref: FINANCE/IA/02
- National Diploma in Internal Audit
- Bachelor of Technology in Internal Audit
- Bachelor of Commerce in Internal Audit
Supply Chain Management (5 places) – Ref: FINANCE/SCM/03
- National Diploma in Logistics
- Degree in Logistics
- National Diploma in Supply Chain Management
- Degree in Supply Chain Management
Remember: each reference is a separate vacancy. If you qualify for both Finance and Internal Control, you must submit two distinct Z83 forms and two CVs.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that the reference number on your Z83 matches the stream you are applying for.
- Use the exact wording of your qualification as it appears on your academic records.
- Do not attach certified copies unless you are asked to do so after shortlisting.
- Make sure your email subject clearly shows the reference number.
- Send your application a few days before the deadline to avoid postal delays.
- Keep a short, targeted CV – highlight finance, audit or logistics projects you have done.
Final thoughts and next steps
The North West Provincial Treasury’s FASSET‑funded graduate internship offers 15 valuable, paid entry points into public‑sector finance. If you meet the age, citizenship, unemployment and qualification criteria, start your Z83 today. Submit a complete, correctly referenced application before 16:30 on 4 September 2026. Good luck!