Applications are now open for the 2026 Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s (DFFE) Internship Programme. The DFFE invites UNEMPLOYED GRADUATES in possession of a THREE YEAR formal QUALIFICATION from a recognised higher education institution, to apply for the 2026 – 2028 Internship Programme.

Requirements

Applicants must:

  • be unemployed youth (South African (SA) citizens);
  • have not previously participated in any internship programme in the public service;
  • have completed at least a three (3) year qualification from a recognised higher education institution.

Monthly Stipend

  • Interns will receive a stipend/allowance of R7,860.50 per month

Method of Application

Procedure | order of application documents:

  • application must be submitted on a new Z83 form;
  • attach a CV with more than one reference;
  • on the Z83 form, on the space provided for position indicate “DFFE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME” and use the reference provided on the advert;
  • only shortlisted candidates are required to submit certified copies of ID documents, qualifications, and recent academic transcripts/records;
  • incomplete and late applications will NOT considered.
  • All attachments for online applications must include a signed and initialed Z83 application form and a CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment
    • indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email.
    • for coastal regions – Eatern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces – use the correct email address associated wih the post.
    • for inland regions – Free State, Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West provinces – use the following email address for all posts: InternshipInland@dffe.gov.za
    • JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. 

Method of Application

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: 31 MARCH 2026.