SASSA Internships 2026

Are you a TVET college student looking to complete your Work Integrated Learning (WIL) requirements? The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially opened applications for its Internship Programme 2026, offering qualifying TVET learners in Limpopo Province an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience.

Successful applicants will be appointed on an internship contract of up to 18 months and will receive a monthly stipend of R5 865.25.

About the SASSA Internship Programme 2026

The SASSA Work Integrated Learning Programme is designed to provide TVET graduates with practical work experience required to complete their qualifications. The programme offers hands-on training in various fields within the public sector and gives interns exposure to professional working environments.

This internship programme is aimed at unemployed South African citizens who have completed their N6 qualification and require workplace experience to obtain their National Diploma.

Internship Details

• Employer: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
• Programme: Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme 2026
• Location: Limpopo Province, South Africa
• Duration: Up to 18 Months
• Monthly Stipend: R5 865.25
• Type: TVET Internship Programme

Available SASSA Internship Opportunities

1. Regional Executive Manager’s Office Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-01

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Public Management
• Office Management
• Management Assistant

2. Facilities Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-02

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Office Administration
• Public Administration

3. Security Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-03

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Public Management
• Public Administration
• Business Administration
• Security Management

4. Human Capital Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-04

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Human Resource Management
• Human Resource Development
• Labour Relations

5. Supply Chain Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-05

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Financial Accounting
• Financial Management

6. Finance: Debt and Revenue Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-06

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Financial Accounting
• Financial Management

7. Fraud and Risk Management Intern

Reference Number: SASTv-07

Applicants must have an N6 Certificate or Statement of Results in:

• Public Administration
• Fraud and Risk Management

Benefits of the SASSA Internship Programme

Successful interns will receive:

• An all-inclusive monthly stipend of R5 865.25
• Practical workplace experience within a government institution
• Exposure to public sector operations and administration
• Professional development and career-building opportunities
• The opportunity to fulfil the practical requirements for obtaining a National Diploma

Documents Required

Applicants should submit the following documents:

• Fully completed New Z83 Application Form (Download Z83 form here)
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• N6 Certificate or Statement of Results
• Letter from the institution confirming the need for 6 to 18 months of work experience
• CV specifying subjects and courses/modules completed

Please note that copies of other qualifications, certificates, South African ID documents and driver’s licences should only be submitted upon request.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for the SASSA Internships 2026, applicants must:

• Be South African citizens
• Have completed an N6 Certificate or possess a Statement of Results in one of the listed fields
• Require Work Integrated Learning experience to complete their qualification
• Obtain a letter from their institution confirming the requirement for 6 to 18 months of workplace experience
• Be willing to participate in the internship programme for up to 18 months

How to Apply for SASSA Internships 2026

Applications must clearly quote the relevant reference number and position title.

Applications by Post

Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X120
Marshalltown
2107

Hand Delivery Address

SASSA Regional Office
Ground Floor
222 Smit Street
Braamfontein
Johannesburg
2017

Closing date: 30 June 2026