Sarah Baartman District Municipality is recruiting unemployed Civil Engineering graduates for its 2026 internship programme. Successful candidates will earn R96,000 per year on a two-year contract. Applications close on 17 July 2026.
Sarah Baartman Municipality Civil Engineering Internships 2026
Sarah Baartman District Municipality (SBDM) has opened applications for its Infrastructure Development and Community Services Internship Programme 2026.
This opportunity is aimed at unemployed South African graduates who hold a BTech or Degree in Civil Engineering and want to gain valuable workplace experience in local government.
Successful applicants will be appointed on a two-year fixed-term contract and receive an annual stipend of R96,000 while working on municipal infrastructure projects.
If you meet the requirements and live within the eligible municipalities, this internship offers an excellent opportunity to build practical engineering experience while contributing to community development.
Internship Overview
| Programme | Sarah Baartman District Municipality Internship 2026 |
|---|---|
| Employer | Sarah Baartman District Municipality |
| Programme | Infrastructure Development and Community Services Internship |
| Contract Duration | 24 Months |
| Annual Stipend | R96,000 |
| Qualification Required | BTech or Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Location | Eastern Cape |
| Closing Date | 17 July 2026 |
About the Internship Programme
The Sarah Baartman District Municipality Graduate Internship Programme forms part of the municipality’s strategy to strengthen engineering capacity while providing unemployed graduates with practical workplace experience.
Interns will work alongside experienced professionals involved in municipal infrastructure planning, construction and service delivery.
The programme allows graduates to apply the knowledge gained during their studies in a real working environment while developing professional skills that improve future employment opportunities.
Although the internship provides valuable work experience, it does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are only open to unemployed graduates who reside within one of the following municipalities:
- Dr Beyers Naudé Local Municipality
- Blue Crane Route Local Municipality
- Kouga Local Municipality
- Koukamma Local Municipality
- Makana Local Municipality
- Ndlambe Local Municipality
- Sundays River Valley Local Municipality
Applicants living outside these municipalities may not be considered.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
To qualify, applicants must have completed either:
- BTech in Civil Engineering, or
- Degree in Civil Engineering
Certified copies of qualifications must accompany the application.
What Experience Will Interns Gain?
Successful interns will receive practical exposure in several important municipal engineering functions, including:
- Project management
- Civil construction
- Housing administration
- Infrastructure development
- Water and sanitation services
- Roads and transport planning
This workplace training is designed to help graduates build technical skills while understanding how municipal infrastructure projects are planned, managed and implemented.
Salary and Contract
Successful applicants will receive:
- Annual stipend: R96,000
- Contract period: 24 months
The internship is intended purely for workplace learning and professional development.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Sarah Baartman District Municipality application form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of academic qualifications
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Where to Get the Application Form
Applicants can download the official municipal application form from the Sarah Baartman District Municipality website.
Fresh listings:
Application forms are also available from:
Security Office
Standard Bank Building
32 Govan Mbeki Avenue
Port Elizabeth
Eastern Cape
How to Apply
Complete the official municipal application form and attach all required supporting documents.
Applications must be placed in an envelope clearly marked:
CONFIDENTIAL
Submit applications to:
Corporate Services Section
Sarah Baartman District Municipality
Standard Bank Building
32 Govan Mbeki Avenue
Port Elizabeth
Eastern Cape
Enquiries
For more information, contact:
Telephone: 041 508 7001
Telephone: 041 508 7044
Applications That Will Not Be Accepted
The municipality will reject:
- Late applications
- Faxed applications
- Public Service Z83 application forms
- Department of Employment and Labour application forms
- Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality application forms
- Applications without supporting documents
Only the official Sarah Baartman District Municipality application form will be accepted.
Important Information
Applicants should note the following:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you have not received feedback within six weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- The municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Application Closing Date
Closing Date: 17 July 2026
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid missing out.
Why You Should Apply
For Civil Engineering graduates who need practical workplace experience, this internship offers an opportunity to work on real municipal infrastructure projects while earning R96,000 per year.
The programme provides hands-on exposure to engineering, roads, water services, housing and project management, helping graduates build the experience needed for future careers in both the public and private sectors.
With only a limited application window, eligible candidates should prepare their documents and submit their applications before 17 July 2026.