South African Police Service Graduate Internship Programme 2025/2026 (24 Months)
The South African Police Service (SAPS) invites unemployed graduates to apply for the 24-month Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL) Internship Programme funded by the Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA).
This internship forms part of South Africa’s National Human Resource Development Strategy and National Skills Development Strategy, aimed at giving graduates practical work experience in various professional fields within the policing and public safety sector.
The programme provides valuable exposure, mentorship, and workplace training to help young professionals build experience and improve their employability.
📅 Closing Date: 13 March 2026
📄 Programme Duration: 24 Months
💰 Stipend: Determined by SASSETA
General Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Age between 18 and 35 years
- Must have a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or NCV Level 4
- Must have no criminal record or pending criminal cases
- Must be unemployed
- Must never have worked in the field of the advertised post
- Must not have participated in a previous internship programme in the same field
- Applicants may apply for a maximum of three (3) posts
- A separate application form must be completed for each post reference number
Applicants must also attach a statement of results and proof of qualifications where applicable.
Available Internship Opportunities
1. Social Work Intern (16 Posts)
Section: Learner Support
Locations and Reference Numbers
- Bhisho, Eastern Cape – HRD INT 1/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Bishop Lavis, Western Cape – HRD INT 2/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape – HRD INT 3/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Mthatha, Eastern Cape – HRD INT 4/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Oudtshoorn, Western Cape – HRD INT 5/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal – HRD INT 6/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Tshwane, Gauteng – HRD INT 7/2025/26 (2 Posts)
- Phillipi – HRD INT 8/2025/26 (2 Posts)
Requirements
- BA Degree in Social Work
- Qualification must be recorded on the National Learner Record Database
- Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
- Paid-up registration fees for the 2025/2026 financial year
- Computer literacy will be an advantage
Responsibilities
- Provide social work services in an occupational environment
- Implement preventative and restorative social work interventions
- Provide supportive and capacity-building services
- Promote employee wellbeing within SAPS
- Work under supervision of a qualified occupational social worker
2. Psychologist / Trauma Counsellor Intern (13 Posts)
Section: Learner Support
Locations
- Bhisho – 3 Posts
- Bishop Lavis – 1 Post
- Graaff-Reinet – 1 Post
- Mthatha – 1 Post
- Oudtshoorn – 1 Post
- Ulundi – 1 Post
- Tshwane – 3 Posts
- Phillipi – 2 Posts
Requirements
- Honours Degree or BPsych Degree in Psychology
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
- Valid registration for the 2025/2026 financial year
Responsibilities
- Facilitate organisational diagnosis services
- Present mental health and employee wellbeing programmes
- Provide counselling and trauma debriefing services
- Support SAPS employees and their families
- Assist with psychological service projects and events
3. Crime Intelligence Analyst Intern (8 Posts)
Section: Crime Intelligence – Intelligence Analysis and Coordination
Locations
- Bloemfontein – Free State
- Johannesburg – Gauteng
- Durban – KwaZulu-Natal
- Polokwane – Limpopo
- Nelspruit – Mpumalanga
- Kimberley – Northern Cape
- Potchefstroom – North West
- Bishop Lavis – Western Cape
Requirements
- National Diploma or Degree in:
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Political Science
Responsibilities
- Assist with gathering crime-related information
- Support intelligence analysis processes
- Generate proactive and reactive intelligence reports
- Conduct threat and risk assessments
- Produce crime trend analysis reports
4. Internal Audit Intern (9 Posts)
Section: Risk-Based and Compliance Audit
Locations
- Pretoria
- Polokwane
- Potchefstroom
- Bloemfontein
- Durban
- Cape Town
- Kimberley
- Nelspruit
- East London
Requirements
- National Diploma or Degree in:
- Internal Audit
- BCom Accounting
- Financial Management
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Information Technology
- Information Systems
Responsibilities
- Assist with audit planning and risk assessment
- Collect and analyze audit evidence
- Conduct audit testing and reporting
- Prepare audit documentation
- Assist with audit management systems
5. Risk Management Practitioner Intern (2 Posts)
Location: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in:
- Risk Management
- Internal Auditing
- Finance
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Business Continuity Management
Responsibilities
- Support risk management framework implementation
- Assist with risk assessments
- Support business continuity planning
- Compile risk reports and documentation
6. Integrity Management Practitioner Intern (2 Posts)
Location: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in:
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Human Resource Management
- Internal Audit
- Risk Management
- Law or Policing
- Forensic Investigation
Responsibilities
- Assist with ethics and integrity management
- Process financial disclosure applications
- Support lifestyle audits and integrity assessments
- Assist with investigations into unethical conduct
- Maintain ethics and case management records
Important Application Information
Applicants must submit:
- Official Graduate Recruitment Scheme Application Form
- Updated CV
- Copy of ID document
- Copy of Matric certificate
- Copies of tertiary qualifications and academic records
Applications must be posted or hand delivered to the relevant offices.
Applications submitted by fax or email will not be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Fingerprint screening
- Personal interviews
- Security vetting
Successful candidates will sign a 24-month internship contract.
Important Notes
- The internship does not guarantee permanent employment
- Only successful applicants will be contacted
- If you do not receive feedback within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful
📅 Closing Date: 13 March 2026