Gauteng Internship Opportunity: Forensic Unit Roles Now Open

2025 Internship Programme for the Forensic Unit at the Gauteng Office of the Premier

The Gauteng Office of the Premier is excited to announce its 2025 Internship Programme for the Forensic Services Directorate. This opportunity is aimed at recent graduates who are looking to gain hands-on experience in the forensic field. The programme will provide a supportive environment for continuous professional development, offering a chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.

Key Details:

• Position: Forensic Unit Internship Programme
• Reference Number: REFS/013686
• Number of Posts: 2
• Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng Province
• Salary: R89,407.50 per annum (depending on qualification level)
• Closing Date: 28 February 2025

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible for this internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Qualifications: National Diploma, BA Degree, BCom, B Tech, Honors, or Masters in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, or External Auditing.
• Age: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old.
• Citizenship: South African citizens only.
• Residency: Applicants must be residing in Gauteng Province.
• Employment Status: Only unemployed graduates who have not participated in any government internship programme are eligible to apply.
• Academic Status: Applicants should have completed their academic theory and require experiential training to complete their qualifications. The applicants must have studied or currently be studying at a recognized higher learning institution in South Africa.

Responsibilities:

Interns will be expected to perform all tasks assigned to them in line with the responsibilities of the Forensic Services Directorate, contributing to the achievement of the unit’s objectives.

Application Process:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents as part of their application:

• A completed Z83 form (available on the DPSA website: www.dpsa.gov.za or any government department)
• A motivation letter, indicating the preferred placement area
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
• Certified copies of the identity document, senior certificate, qualifications, and academic transcript

Applications must be submitted online only via the Gauteng Professional Job Centre at www.gautengonline.gov.za. Faxed, emailed, or hand-delivered applications will not be considered.

Additional Information:

• The Gauteng Office of the Premier is committed to youth empowerment and skills development in Gauteng, and this internship is part of that initiative.
• The programme is specifically designed for individuals who have completed their undergraduate or postgraduate studies by the end of the 2024 academic year.
• Preference will be given to people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse racial backgrounds (White, Coloured, and Indian) are encouraged to apply in line with the office’s Employment Equity Policy.
• Due to the anticipated large volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from the office within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

For further enquiries, contact Mr. Richard Mathabela at 011 355 6090, Mr. Smangaliso Buthelezi at 011 355 6030, or Ms. Lerato Makoe at 011 355 6013.