South African National Parks Internship Opportunities

Internship Programme Opportunities at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Job Description

Location: Garden Route National Park, Western Cape

South African National Parks (SANParks) invites applications from graduates who have completed their Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma (NQF6/NQF7) from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI). Successful candidates will participate in a one-year internship programme with a monthly stipend of R6,355.69. This internship is a temporary placement designed to provide practical experience, and SANParks is under no obligation to offer employment after completion of the programme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Gain work experience relevant to your field of study within SANParks
  • Participate in projects and activities as assigned by supervisors at Garden Route National Park
  • Develop skills and competencies towards environmental conservation and park management

Requirements

Qualifications and Eligibility

  • Unemployed South African citizen, aged 18 – 35
  • Completed a Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma (NQF Level 6 or 7) from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI)
  • Must reside within the Eastern Cape Province
  • Must not have been previously employed or participated in any internship/placement programme

Application Notes

  • Applications must be submitted via email to nomonde.bembe@sanparks.org
  • Attach a recent CV, certified copies of your Matric/Grade 12 certificate, academic qualifications with transcripts, and South African ID document
  • Candidates applying for placements outside their area of residence must secure their own accommodation and transport
  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for assessment and interviews
  • No manual applications accepted; incomplete applications will be disqualified
  • SANParks reserves the right not to appoint any candidate
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