If you live in Johannesburg and need real-world policy and research exposure, this Human Settlements internship is built around practical work — research, stakeholder coordination, and day-to-day support work that strengthens your CV with evidence.
At a glance
| Sponsor / Employer | City of Johannesburg (Human Settlements Department) |
| Opportunity type | Internship – Policy, Planning & Research (up to 18 months) |
| Location | 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg |
| Closing date | 02 March 2026 |
| Verified by us | 24 February 2026 |
What this opportunity is
This internship (Circular 006/2026) places a qualifying candidate into the City’s Human Settlements Department to support policy development, baseline research and stakeholder processes. It’s aimed at candidates who need structured exposure to complement or complete their academic training.
Eligibility requirements
- City of Johannesburg residents only / youth residing in Johannesburg communities (as stated).
- Must not have participated in an internship programme before (except where a previous internship was not relevant to the field of study) (as stated).
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) (as stated).
- NQF Level 7 qualification in a relevant field (Housing / Human Settlements / Public Administration / Public Policy / Development Studies / Law / related Social Sciences) (as stated).
What you’ll do / learn
- Support research activities and help compile quality research outputs and reports.
- Assist with policy development work and baseline research inside the directorate.
- Coordinate stakeholder engagements and public participation processes.
- Provide administrative support and coordination for projects and forums.
Application checklist
- Certified copies of your qualification(s).
- Certified copy of your South African ID.
- Updated CV.
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Quick tips for applicants
- Online applications only — no walk-ins or emailed applications.
- Use Google Chrome as recommended in the notice.
- Because it’s a City role, expect checks (criminal record / identity validation / etc.) if shortlisted.
About the sponsor
The City of Johannesburg is the metropolitan municipality responsible for local governance of Johannesburg. It publishes official vacancy notices and warns applicants that it will not demand payment for job placement. Read more about the sponsor at source, here.
Scam warning (important)
Never pay a fee to apply. The City warns applicants that it will not demand payment for job placement. Only use official links and portals.
How this opportunity was verified
Verified by us on 24 Feb 2026 by checking the circular summary details (closing date, location, stipend note, minimum qualifications) and confirming the online application link provided in the notice.
How to apply
- Open the official online application form.
- Complete the form in full.
- Upload your certified documents and CV.
- Submit before 02 March 2026.