Department of Correctional Services Graduate Internship Opportunities for 2026
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has officially announced its Public Service Graduate Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 and 2027/2028 financial years. The programme offers unemployed South African graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience over a period of 24 months while earning a monthly stipend of R8,174.75. The programme is available across multiple provinces and training colleges nationwide.
Internship Programme Overview
| Programme | Public Service Graduate Internship Programme |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Correctional Services (DCS) |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Stipend | R8,174.75 per month |
| Location | Nationwide |
| Closing Date | 09 July 2026 at 15:45 |
Available Internship Opportunities
National Head Office
Built Environment
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/01
Qualifications Accepted:
- Architectural Technology
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Structural Engineering
Legal
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/02
Qualifications Accepted:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Finance
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/03
Qualifications Accepted:
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
Psychology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/04
Qualifications Accepted:
- Psychology
Social Work
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/05
Qualifications Accepted:
- Social Work
Information Technology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/06
Qualifications Accepted:
- Information Technology
Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/07
Qualifications Accepted:
- Supply Chain Management
Theology
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/08
Qualifications Accepted:
- Theological Studies
Correctional Service Management
Reference Number: HO 2026/06/09
Qualifications Accepted:
- Correctional Services Management
- Correctional Sciences
- Penology
- Criminology
- Security Management
Kroonstad Training College
Information Technology
Reference Number: KSC 2026/06/10
Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: KSC 2026/06/11
Theology
Reference Number: KSC 2026/06/12
Zonderwater Training College
Information Technology
Reference Number: ZWC 2026/06/13
Supply Chain Management
Reference Number: ZWC 2026/06/14
Theology
Reference Number: ZWC 2026/06/15
Gauteng Region
- Correctional Service Management – GP 2026/06/16
- Occupational Health and Safety – GP 2026/06/17
- Information Technology – GP 2026/06/18
- Supply Chain Management – GP 2026/06/19
- Agriculture – GP 2026/06/20
- Kitchen and Bakery – GP 2026/06/21
- Artisans – GP 2026/06/22
Limpopo Mpumalanga and North West Region
- Correctional Service Management – LMN 2026/06/23
- Occupational Health and Safety – LMN 2026/06/24
- Information Technology – LMN 2026/06/25
- Supply Chain Management – LMN 2026/06/26
- Agriculture – LMN 2026/06/27
- Kitchen and Bakery – LMN 2026/06/28
- Artisans – LMN 2026/06/29
- Clothing and Textile – LMN 2026/06/30
Western Cape Region
- Correctional Service Management – WC 2026/06/31
- Occupational Health and Safety – WC 2026/06/32
- Information Technology – WC 2026/06/33
- Supply Chain Management – WC 2026/06/34
- Agriculture – WC 2026/06/35
- Kitchen and Bakery – WC 2026/06/36
- Artisans – WC 2026/06/37
Eastern Cape Region
- Correctional Service Management – EC 2026/06/38
- Occupational Health and Safety – EC 2026/06/39
- Information Technology – EC 2026/06/40
- Supply Chain Management – EC 2026/06/41
- Kitchen and Bakery – EC 2026/06/42
- Artisans – EC 2026/06/43
KwaZulu Natal Region
- Correctional Service Management – KZN 2026/06/44
- Occupational Health and Safety – KZN 2026/06/45
- Information Technology – KZN 2026/06/46
- Supply Chain Management – KZN 2026/06/47
- Kitchen and Bakery – KZN 2026/06/48
- Artisans – KZN 2026/06/49
Free State and Northern Cape Region
- Correctional Service Management – FS/NC 2026/06/50
- Occupational Health and Safety – FS/NC 2026/06/51
- Information Technology – FS/NC 2026/06/52
- Supply Chain Management – FS/NC 2026/06/53
- Kitchen and Bakery – FS/NC 2026/06/54
- Artisans – FS/NC 2026/06/55
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Hold a relevant National Diploma or Degree qualification
- Be unemployed
- Submit a completed Z83 Application Form
- Submit an updated CV
- Meet the requirements of the specific internship position applied for
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted on the official Z83 Application Form obtainable from any Public Service Department. Only a detailed CV should accompany the application. Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents.
Applicants must submit a separate application for each position and clearly indicate the correct reference number on the application and email subject line.
National Head Office
Email: HQHRD@dcs.gov.za
Gauteng Region
Email: GPHRD@dcs.gov.za
Limpopo Mpumalanga and North West Region
Email: LMNHRD@dcs.gov.za
KwaZulu Natal Region
Email: KZNHRD@dcs.gov.za
Western Cape Region
Email: WCHRD@dcs.gov.za
Eastern Cape Region
Email: ECHRD@dcs.gov.za
Free State and Northern Cape Region
Email: FSNCHRD@dcs.gov.za
Selection Process
Successful candidates will be subjected to:
- Qualification verification
- Criminal record checks
- Security vetting
- Security clearance
- Fingerprint verification
Appointments remain subject to positive verification results.
Closing Date
09 July 2026 at 15:45
Late applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid disappointment.
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