Right now you can start a paid internship with SASSA in Gauteng. The SASSA Gauteng Internship & Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 gives unemployed graduates and TVET learners a chance to earn a stipend while learning on the job.
What is the programme?
SASSA will place you in a government department for real‑world experience. There are two tracks:
- Graduate Internship – 24 months, monthly stipend R8,174.80.
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – 18 months, monthly stipend R5,639.75.
Both tracks let you apply what you learned in class to daily tasks such as admin, customer service, finance, HR or IT.
Who can apply?
Check that you meet every point before you start an application.
- South African citizen, living in South Africa
- Age 18 to 35
- Currently unemployed
- Willing to stay for the full period (24 months for interns, 18 months for WIL)
- Able to work in a government environment
- University graduates for the Internship track
- TVET College students who need WIL for their qualification
Meeting these criteria does not guarantee a place; you will be judged against the number of openings.
What will you gain?
The programme offers more than money.
- Hands‑on experience in a public‑sector office
- Improved communication, teamwork and time‑management skills
- Practice in report writing, digital tools and professional ethics
- Insight into how SASSA delivers services to South Africans
- Networking with supervisors and colleagues who can give references
- A stronger CV that shows you have real workplace exposure
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified copies of your qualifications or academic records
- Proof of residence (if requested)
- Completed application form (if the vacancy asks for one)
- Any extra papers listed in the official vacancy
- Check the official vacancy for any specific instructions.
- Submit your application by hand or post – online submissions are not accepted.
- Hand delivery address:
SASSA Regional Office
Ground Floor, 222 Smit Street
Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017 - Postal address:
Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X120
Marshalltown, 2107 - Make sure you send everything before the closing date.
Official information and vacancy circulars are on the SASSA website: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA).
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV – highlight education, projects, volunteer work and any computer skills that match the role.
- Check every document – certified copies must be clear and within the required certification period.
- Follow the instructions exactly – missing a required paper or using the wrong submission method will hurt your application.
- Apply early – giving yourself time to fix any mistakes before the deadline.
- Keep copies of everything you send, in case you need them later.
Next steps
The deadline for the Graduate Internship is 30 June 2026 and for the WIL track is 30 July 2026. Prepare your documents, follow the steps above, and send your application before those dates. Even though a place is not guaranteed, this programme can give you the experience employers look for. Good luck, and take the first step toward a career in the public sector today!