The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) announces various exciting internship and entry-level job opportunities across multiple government departments in South Africa. These positions offer competitive salaries and the chance to build a career within the public sector. Applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply before the closing dates.
Available Internships and Entry-Level Jobs
Department of Basic Education
- Chief Accounting Clerk: (Salaries) – Reference: DBE/38/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 7)
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Experience: 3 years in Salary Management
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Administrative Officer – Reference: DBE/39/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 7)
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: NQF Level 6 or equivalent
Experience: 1 year in Public Sector operations
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Senior Secretary – Reference: DBE/40/2026
Salary: R280 278 per annum (Level 6)
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Senior Administration Clerk – References: DBE/41/2026, DBEDBE/42/2026
Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 5)
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Senior Administrative Assistant (Registry and Related Services) – Reference: DBE/43/2026
Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 5)
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: Senior Certificate or equivalent
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Department of Communications and Digital Technologies
- Assistant Director: Facilities Management – Reference: ASDFM
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 9)
Location: Pretoria, Hatfield
Qualification: NQF Level 6 in Facilities Management or related field
Experience: 3 years supervisory experience in Facilities/Safety Management
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Assistant Director: Salaries and Payroll – Reference: ASDSP
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 9)
Location: Pretoria, Hatfield
Qualification: NQF Level 7 in Financial Management or related field
Experience: 3 years supervisory experience in Salaries environment
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Department of Employment and Labour
- Client Service Officer: PES & IES – References: HR4/4/4/05/09 and HR4/4/4/05/22
Salary: R280 278 per annum
Location: Multiple Labour Centres
Qualification: Grade 12 / Matriculation
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Administrative Clerk: Management Support Services – Reference: HR/4/4/4/04/08
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Location: Multiple Labour Centres
Qualification: Matriculation / Grade 12
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Security Officer – References: HR4/4/4/05/38 and HR/4/4/4/05/39
Salary: R201 093 per annum
Location: Pretoria and Parktown Labour Centres
Qualification: Matriculation plus NQF4 Security Certificate and PSIRA registration
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Office Aid – Reference: HR5/1/2/3/16
Salary: R170 226 per annum
Location: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
Qualification: ABET Level 4 / Grade 9 (NQF Level 4 & 3)
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
- Project Coordinator: Environmental Programmes (MP) – Reference: EP09/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annum
Location: Pretoria
Qualification: National Diploma (NQF 6) or higher in Natural/Environmental Sciences
Experience: 2 years as Project Coordinator in Natural Resources Management
Closing Date: 15 June 2026
Department of Home Affairs
- Civic Services Clerk: Births and Deaths – Reference: HRMC 29/26/7
Salary: R280 278 – R330 162 per annum (Level 6)
Location: Head Office, Tshwane
Qualification: Undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 in Public Administration or related field
Experience: 1 year relevant administrative experience
Closing Date: 21 June 2026 - Civic Services Clerk: Duplicates – Reference: HRMC 29/26/8
Salary: R280 278 – R330 162 per annum (Level 6)
Location: Head Office, Brits Storage
Qualification: Undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6
Experience: 1 year relevant administrative experience
Closing Date: 21 June 2026 - Administration Clerk: Legal – Reference: 2026/40/OCJ
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 5)
Location: Northern Cape Division of the High Court, Kimberley
Qualification: Grade 12, no experience required
Closing Date: 21 June 2026
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
- Assistant Director: Project Administration (PMO) – Reference: 3/1/1/1/2026/38
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 9)
Location: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Qualification: Grade 12 and National Diploma in IT or Project Management
Experience: 3 years in project planning and coordination
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Assistant Director: System Testing – Reference: 3/1/1/1/2026/39
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 9)
Location: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Qualification: Grade 12 and National Diploma/Degree in IT
Experience: 3 years as System Developer or Tester
Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - Senior Administrative Officer – Reference: 3/1/1/1/2026/41
Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 8)
Location: KwaZulu Natal (Pietermaritzburg)
Qualification: Grade 12 and National Diploma in Information Management
Experience: 2 years in records management or restitution
Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Application Requirements
Z83 Application Form
Applicants are required to submit a completed Z83 Application Form along with their CV and certified copies of qualifications and identity documents.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should carefully read the full DPSA circular for detailed application instructions and requirements. The circular is available at the official DPSA website: Full Circular.
Applications must be submitted before the respective closing dates indicated for each position. Ensure all documentation is complete to avoid disqualification.
Closing Dates
- Most positions close on 12 June 2026.
- Positions in the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment close on 15 June 2026.
- Department of Home Affairs positions close on 21 June 2026.