The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT) is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027.
The programme offers 24-month internship opportunities across several fields, including Communication, Financial Management, Internal Audit, Information and Communication Technology, Economics, Business Management, Law and Tourism.
Successful interns will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 while gaining practical workplace experience within the provincial government.
Internship Application Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Internship Locations: Mbombela, Bushbuckridge, Witbank and KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Mpumalanga DEDT Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism is offering graduate internship opportunities to unemployed South African graduates who want to gain practical experience related to their qualifications.
The programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic study and the workplace by giving successful candidates exposure to real departmental work, projects, professional development and workplace processes.
Internship Overview
- Department: Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
- Duration: 24 months
- Stipend: R8,174.75 per month
- Target group: Unemployed South African graduates
- Closing date: 28 August 2026
- Application method: Online
- Province: Mpumalanga
Available Mpumalanga DEDT Internships 2026/2027
| Internship | Reference | Qualification | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication | DEDT 2026/27/01 | National Diploma/Degree in Communication, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or Media Studies | Mbombela |
| Financial Management | DEDT 2026/27/02 | National Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Accounting or Cost Management | Mbombela |
| Internal Audit | DEDT 2026/27/03 | Internal Audit, Auditing, BCom Auditing or Bachelor of Accounting Sciences: Internal Auditing | Mbombela |
| Information and Communication | DEDT 2026/27/04 | National Diploma/Degree in Information and Communication Technology | Mbombela |
| Enterprise Development | DEDT 2026/27/05 | National Diploma/Degree in Business Management or Economics | Bushbuckridge |
| Regional Economic Development Programme | DEDT 2026/27/06 | National Diploma/Degree in Economics | Witbank |
| Trade and Investment Promotion | DEDT 2026/27/07 | National Diploma/Degree in Business Management or Economics | Mbombela |
| Trade and Investment Promotion | DEDT 2026/27/08 | National Diploma/Degree in Economics | KwaMhlanga |
| Business Regulations | DEDT 2026/27/09 | LLB Degree | Mbombela |
| Consumer Protection | DEDT 2026/27/10 | LLB Degree | KwaMhlanga |
| Economic Planning | DEDT 2026/27/11 | National Diploma/Degree in Economics | Mbombela |
| Tourism | DEDT 2026/27/12 | National Diploma/Degree in Tourism Management or Development | Mbombela |
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an unemployed South African citizen.
- Have the qualification required for the internship being applied for.
- Meet the specific qualification requirements for the relevant field.
- Not have previously participated in an internship programme within a National or Provincial Government Department or State Institution.
The programme is intended for graduates who require practical workplace exposure related to their qualifications.
What Will Interns Gain?
Successful candidates will receive practical exposure within the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism.
The internship may include:
- Structured workplace training.
- Practical work activities.
- Departmental projects.
- Capacity-building activities.
- On-the-job learning.
- Professional development.
- Supervision and guidance from experienced employees.
This experience can help graduates develop workplace skills while applying knowledge gained through their studies.
Available Internship Opportunities
1. Communication Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/01
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Communication
- Journalism
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Media Studies
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Communication Internship 2026/2027
2. Financial Management Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/02
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Financial Accounting
- Cost Management
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Financial Management Internship 2026/2027
3. Internal Audit Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/03
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Relevant qualifications include:
Fresh listings:
- Internal Audit
- Auditing
- BCom Auditing
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences: Internal Auditing
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Internal Audit Internship 2026/2027
4. Information and Communication Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/04
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Information and Communication Technology
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Information and Communication Internship 2026/2027
5. Enterprise Development Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/05
Location: Ehlanzeni District, Bushbuckridge
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Business Management
- Economics
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Enterprise Development Internship 2026/2027
6. Regional Economic Development Programme Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/06
Location: Nkangala District, Witbank
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Economics
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Regional Economic Development Programme Internship 2026/2027
7. Trade and Investment Promotion Internship – Mbombela
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/07
Location: Ehlanzeni District, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Business Management
- Economics
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Trade and Investment Promotion Internship – Mbombela
8. Trade and Investment Promotion Internship – KwaMhlanga
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/08
Location: Nkangala District, KwaMhlanga
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Economics
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Trade and Investment Promotion Internship – KwaMhlanga
9. Business Regulations Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/09
Location: Ehlanzeni District, Mbombela
Applicants must have:
- LLB Degree
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Business Regulations Internship 2026/2027
10. Consumer Protection Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/10
Location: Nkangala District, KwaMhlanga
Applicants must have:
- LLB Degree
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Consumer Protection Internship 2026/2027
11. Economic Planning Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/11
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Economics
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Economic Planning Internship 2026/2027
12. Tourism Internship
Reference Number: DEDT 2026/27/12
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Applicants must have a National Diploma or Degree in:
- Tourism Management
- Tourism Development
Apply: Mpumalanga DEDT Tourism Internship 2026/2027
How to Apply for Mpumalanga DEDT Internships 2026/2027
Applications must be submitted online through the Mpumalanga Provincial e-Recruitment system.
Applicants should select the internship that matches their qualification and use the relevant reference number.
Before submitting, candidates should ensure that:
- They meet the qualification requirements.
- They select the correct internship.
- They use the correct reference number.
- They complete all required sections of the online application.
- They upload all documents requested by the recruitment system.
- The information provided matches their supporting documents.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early rather than waiting until the final day.
Internship Application Closing Date
The closing date for the Mpumalanga DEDT Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 is:
28 August 2026
Late applications may not be considered.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should remember the following:
- The internship programme runs for 24 months.
- Successful interns will receive R8,174.75 per month.
- Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens.
- Applicants must have the qualification required for the specific internship.
- Previous participation in an internship programme within a National or Provincial Government Department or State Institution makes an applicant ineligible.
- Opportunities are available in several professional fields.
- Locations include Mbombela, Bushbuckridge, Witbank and KwaMhlanga.
- Each opportunity has its own reference number.
- Applicants should apply for the opportunity that matches their qualification.
- Applications are submitted online.
- The closing date is 28 August 2026.
Conclusion
The Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027 is a valuable opportunity for unemployed graduates looking to gain government workplace experience related to their qualifications.
With 24-month placements and a monthly stipend of R8,174.75, the programme provides graduates with an opportunity to develop practical skills while working in areas such as finance, ICT, internal audit, economics, communication, law, business management and tourism.
Eligible graduates should carefully check the requirements for their preferred position, prepare their supporting documents and submit their applications online before 28 August 2026.