The Civilian Secretariat for Police Service (CSPS) is hiring 7 graduate interns in Pretoria for a 24-month Graduate Internship programme running 2026 to 2028. Unemployed South African graduates with the right diploma or degree earn R8 174.75 per month. The closing date is 30 October 2026, which leaves very little time, so get your Z83 form and CV ready now.
About the CSPS Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2028
The Civilian Secretariat for Police Service is the national government body that provides policy and oversight support to the Minister of Police. It monitors how the South African Police Service performs, advises on policing policy and helps make sure the police are accountable to civilians.
The graduate internship programme is a fixed-term, 24-month, non-renewable placement at the head office in Pretoria. It was advertised in DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Interns work inside a national department, which is hard experience to get any other way.
For a young graduate in forensic investigation, public administration, graphic design, IT or internal auditing, this is a chance to apply what you studied inside a department that shapes how policing is governed.
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What You Will Learn and Receive
- A monthly stipend of R8 174.75 for 24 months
- Placement at the CSPS head office in Pretoria, Gauteng
- Civilian Oversight Monitoring and Evaluation Intern (CSP/22/2026, 1 post, Forensic Investigation)
- Internal Communication Intern (CSP/23/2026, 1 post, Graphic Design)
- Office of the Secretary Internships (CSP/24/2026, 2 posts, Public Administration)
- Corporate Services Internships (CSP/25/2026, 2 posts, IT or Computer Science)
- Internal Audit Intern (CSP/26/2026, 1 post, Internal Auditing)
Who Can Apply
- Unemployed South African graduate
- A relevant National Diploma, Bachelor’s degree or Honours degree for the position, from an accredited institution
- Has not taken part in a Public Service internship programme before
- Meets the specific requirements of the post you choose
- Preference may be given to candidates who promote representativity in race, gender and disability
Required Documents
- A fully completed, new Z83 form
- A detailed, up-to-date CV with employment history and dates
- Certified qualifications are not required at first. Shortlisted candidates will be asked for them
How to Apply
- Choose the post that matches your qualification and write down its reference number (CSP/22/2026 to CSP/26/2026).
- Complete a new Z83 form and attach your CV.
- Send the application by email to the address for your post (listed in Circular 37 of 2026), post it to Private Bag X922, Pretoria, 0001, or hand deliver it to the 2nd Floor, Fedsure Building, 258 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria.
- State the internship title and reference number clearly on your application.
- If you have not heard anything within one month after the closing date, treat your application as unsuccessful.
Apply at the Civilian Secretariat for Police Service
Closing Date
The closing date for CSPS Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2028 is 30 October 2026. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
Graduate unemployment in South Africa is a real problem, and many qualified young people wait years for a first opportunity. A 24-month internship is long enough to build genuine skills and a professional network, not just a few weeks of filing.
Working in a national department also shows future employers that you understand government processes, reporting lines and compliance. Those are skills that count in both the public and private sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply with only a matric?
No. The advert asks for a relevant National Diploma, Bachelor’s or Honours degree.
Where is the internship based?
Pretoria, Gauteng.
Is the internship renewable?
No. It is fixed-term for 24 months and cannot be renewed.
Will I be offered a permanent job?
Not guaranteed. Confirmed during the application process.
