The KZN Department of Health Graduate Internships for 2026 are officially open. The programme offers unemployed graduates practical experience in the public healthcare sector. Applications close on 26 February 2026.

The KZN Department of Health aims to strengthen service delivery across provincial facilities. At the same time, it supports youth development in KwaZulu-Natal. Therefore, only residents of the province may apply.

Reference Number: INT26
Contract Duration: 24 months
Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

About the KZN Department of Health Graduate Internships

The internship programme equips graduates with workplace exposure in hospitals, clinics, district offices, and head office units. Interns gain structured training aligned with their qualifications.

Moreover, the department promotes equal opportunity employment. It supports transformation and representativity across occupational levels. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This programme bridges the gap between academic study and professional service.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be residents of KwaZulu-Natal
• Hold the required qualification for the post
• Register with relevant professional bodies where applicable
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a specialised field

Applicants must also submit proof that they have not previously benefited from this internship programme.

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Available Internships – KZN Department of Health Graduate Internships 2026

The following internships are open for applications:

Head Office Internships

• Administration: Degree/Diploma in Public Management/ Public Administration/ Business Administration
• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology: Degree/ Diploma in Secretariat/ Office Management/ Management Assistant/ Office Technology
• Human Resource Management: Degree/ Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Employee Wellness: Bachelor’s Degree/ Diploma in Sports Science
• Finance: B.Com Degree/ Degree or Diploma in Financial Management/ Business Management
• Supply Chain Management: B.Com Degree/ Diploma in Financial Management, Supply Chain, Public Management or Logistics
• Tax Management: Degree/ Diploma in Financial Management with taxation
• Environmental Health and Safety: Diploma in Environmental Health
• Dietetics: Degree in Dietetics/ BSC Degree + 1 year Postgraduate Diploma, Community Service and Registration with HPCSA
• Nutrition: BSC Nutrition Degree + Postgraduate Diploma/ National Diploma in Community Nutrition and Registration with HPCSA
• Food Services Management: National Diploma in Consumer Science, Food & Nutrition and Hospitality Management
• Health Promotion: Diploma/ Degree in Health Promotion
• Communications: Degree/ National Diploma in Marketing and Advertising / Public Relation / Communication / Journalism / Media Studies
• Library: Degree/ National Diploma in Library and Information Science
• Legal Services: LLB Degree/ any Law Degree
• Workshop/Maintenance: Degree/ Diploma/ Certificate in Electrical/ Plumbing/ Carpentry / Quantity Surveying / Electrical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Architect / Mechanical Engineering / Building / Architectural Draughting / Project Management / Construction
• Information Technology: Degree/ National Diploma in Information Technology
• Psychology: Degree in Social Sciences/ Arts majoring in Psychology
• Nursing: Nursing Assistant Certificate + registration with SANC
• Medical, Social Work: Degree in Social Work + Registration with HPCSA
• Dental Therapist: Bachelor Diploma/ Certificate in Dental Therapy + registration with HPCSA
• Oral Hygiene: Degree in Oral Hygiene
• Organizational Efficiency Services: Degree/ Diploma in Management Services/ Operations Management/ Production Management

Amajuba District Internships

• Administration
• Human Resource Management
• Finance
• Nutrition
• Infrastructure
• Information Technology
• Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Certificate + SANC registration)
• Fleet Management

Ethekwini District Internships

• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Finance
• Food Services Management
• Legal Services
• Nursing (Nursing Assistant, Enrolled Nurse, Degree/Diploma in Nursing + SANC registration)
• Medical, Dental
• Fleet Management

Harry Gwala District Internships

• Administration
• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Communications
• Medical – Dental
• Medical – Social Work
• Safety Management
• Emergency Medical Care
• Monitoring & Evaluation

Ilembe District Internships

• Administration
• Human Resource Management
• Finance
• Supply Chain Management
• Medical – Social Work

King Cetshwayo District Internships

• Administration
• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Medical – Dental
• Medical – Social Work
• Emergency Medical Care

Ugu District Internships

• Administration
• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Finance
• Supply Chain Management
• Dietetics
• Food Services Management
• Library
• Information Technology
• Nursing (Nursing Assistant and Enrolled Nurse)
• Medical – Dental
• Pharmacy
• Medical – Social Work
• Oral Hygiene

Umkhanyakude District Internships

• Administration
• Human Resource Management
• Information Technology
• Medical – Social Work
• Fleet Management

Umzinyathi District Internships

• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Food Services Management
• Human Resource Management
• Communications
• Information Technology
• Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)
• Pharmacy
• Dental Therapist
• Fleet Management
• Safety Management
• Emergency Medical Care

Uthukela District Internships

• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Business Management
• Emergency Medical Care
• Monitoring & Evaluation

Zululand District Internships

• Secretariat/Office Management/Office Technology
• Human Resource Management
• Finance
• Dietetics
• Communications
• Information Technology
• Medical (Speech Therapy)
• Nursing (Degree/Diploma + SANC registration)
• Pharmacy
• Medical – Social Work
• Dental Therapist
• Emergency Medical Care

For official information, visit the KZN Department of Health website.

How to Apply

Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1: Obtain the Z83 Form

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Step 2: Prepare Required Documents

Submit:

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of ID
• Certified Matric certificate
• Certified tertiary qualifications
• Proof of professional registration
• Signed affidavit confirming unemployment

Step 3: Submit to Your District Office

Submit your application to the district where you reside. Applications outside your district will not be considered.

If you do not hear back within four weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Frequently Asked Questions

The KZN Department of Health Graduate Internships 2026 provide structured workplace experience in one of South Africa’s largest provincial health systems. Graduates gain practical skills while supporting community healthcare delivery.

If you qualify, prepare your documents early. Submit your application before 26 February 2026.