National Department of Health Internships 2026

The National Department of Health is inviting unemployed South African individuals to apply for its 2026 Internship Programme. This exciting opportunity is aimed at graduates seeking practical work experience within the Public Service sector.

The internship programme will run for a minimum period of 24 months and is designed to help graduates improve their employability while gaining valuable workplace exposure in government departments.

If you are a recent graduate looking to start your career in the public sector, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

National Department of Health Internship Programme 2026

The internship programme provides occupational-based work experience opportunities to unemployed graduates who have not previously participated in an internship programme.

Successful applicants will receive practical workplace training in various professional fields while contributing to the operations of the department.

Available Internship Opportunities

Human Resources Management and Development Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 30/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Human Resources Management
  • Human Resources Development

Organisational Development Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 31/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Management Services
  • Operations Management
  • Production Management

Employment Relations Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 32/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Labour Relations

Financial Management and Accounting Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 33/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Financial Management
  • Accounting

Supply Chain Management Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 34/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics
  • Public Management
  • Purchasing
  • Transport Management

Internal Audit Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 35/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Internal Auditing
  • Risk Management

Information Communication and Technology Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 36/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology

Communication Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 37/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Journalism
  • Marketing and Communication
  • Communication

Legal Services Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 38/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Law

Office of the Director-General Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 39/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Management
  • Business Management
  • Business Administration
  • Public Management
  • Administration
  • Office Management
  • Related administration qualifications

Strategic Planning Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 40/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Public Management
  • Public Administration
  • Business Management
  • Business Administration
  • Strategic Management

Office of the Chief Financial Officer Internship

Reference Number: NDOH 41/2026

Required Qualification:

• Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
  • Management
  • Business Management
  • Business Administration
  • Public Management
  • Public Administration
  • Office Management
  • Office Administration
  • Related administration qualifications

Benefits of the Internship Programme

Joining the National Department of Health Internship Programme offers several benefits, including:

• Valuable workplace experience
• Exposure to government operations
• Professional skills development
• Improved employability
• Networking opportunities within the public sector
• Career growth opportunities

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Completed Z83 Application Form (Download Z83 form here)
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit:

• Certified copies of ID documents
• Qualifications
• Academic transcripts or records

Applicants must clearly indicate the Reference Number, Position, and Area/Centre on the application form.

Application Submission Methods

Postal Applications

The Director-General
National Department of Health
Private Bag X399
Pretoria
0001

Hand Delivery

Reception (Brown Application Box)
Dr AB Xuma Building
1112 Voortrekker Road
Pretoria Townlands 351-JR

Email Applications

Email: vacancies@Health.gov.za

Applicants must quote the relevant reference number in the email subject line.

Closing date: 01 June 2026