CITY OF JOHANNESBURG 

 

 

 

STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS: 

Human Settlements

 

An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a prerequisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students.

·       This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities who qualify for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before, except in circumstances where the internship programme was not relevant to the candidate’s course of study 

·       This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months 

·       Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular. 

·       Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV). 

·       Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. 

·       The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

·       The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer. 

 

 

WHERE TO APPLY

https://www.joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/Work%20in%20Joburg/Vacancies/2021%20Internships/2021- Internships.aspx

 

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: Credit Record, CV validation and Employment record verification, Criminal check, and Identity validation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Human Settlements Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.

 

Department: Human Settlements 

Branch: Executive Director’s Officer 

Designation: Internship 

Remuneration:

(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) 

(Enrolled as a Student): R 4 951,88 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) 

Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein 

 

Minimum Requirements: 

·       A Matric/Grade 12 Certificate; 

·       Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Journalism, Media, Public Administration or Public Management NQF level 6/7); 

·       No experience; 

·       Only City of Joburg residents will be considered. 

 

Primary Function: 

Perform developmental-level professional administrative work, research, and analysis in support of the Business Management Directorate at the Department of Human Settlements. Participate in the Directorate’s day-to-day operations that include general office administration, monitoring and evaluation, risk management and regulatory compliance, HR, and involvement in administrative tasks related to long, medium and short-range strategic planning. This further includes contributions to the development of the Business Plan, Quarterly Report, and strategic planning concept notes. 

 

Key Learning Areas: 

·       Render developmental-level professional administrative and support services in the Business Management Directorate; 

·       Support the planning and implementation of Human Settlements programs in the Region; 

·       Assist in performing administrative duties such as data entry, filing and mailings; 

·       Assist with event planning, setup, and execution, including logistics, marketing, and operations; 

·       Assist with marketing and promotional efforts, including social media flyers, and other materials; 

·       Providing excellent customer service, responding to queries and resolving issues 

 

Leading Competencies: 

·       Ability to work independently after receiving initial guidance; 

·       Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner; 

·       Planning, organisational and prioritising skills; 

·       Detail-oriented and a team player; 

·       Analytical and research skills; 

·       Flexibility and adaptability; 

·       Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite and ability to analyse data using MS Excel; 

·       Excellent communication (verbal and written); 

·       Interpersonal abilities, self-confidence; 

·       Creativity and numeracy skills. 

 

Core Competencies: 

·       Knowledge about the public service sector; 

·       Knowledge of Council’s standard processes and procedures relating to providing administrative support; 

·       General knowledge of municipal governments and city regulations/codes; 

·       Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail and quality focused. 

·       Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism. 

 

 

 

ENQUIRIES ONLY: 

Contact Person: Nonzukiso Mkhaya 

Tel No: 011 061 3141 

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below: 

https://share.hsforms.com/1RbcWG2tlS4myNbpq7wyu0A469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE: www.joburg.org.za

 

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 08 MAY 2026

 

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.