SASSA Internships TVET Learnerships 2026

South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) Internship and TVET Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Internship and TVET Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme 2026. These structured opportunities provide valuable workplace experience, skills development in the public sector, and monthly stipends to improve employability.

Programme Overview

• Internship Duration: Graduate Internship – 24 months; TVET WIL Programme – 18 months
• Internship Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
• Monthly Stipends: R7,860.50 for Graduate Internship; R5,639.75 for TVET WIL Programme

SASSA Graduate Internship Opportunities

Available fields include:

• Information and Communication Technology (Ref: SASIn – 01): National Diploma, BTech, or Degree in ICT
• Legal Services (Ref: SASIn – 02): LLB Degree
• Human Capital Management (Ref: SASIn – 03): HR Management, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• Financial Accounting (Ref: SASIn – 04): National Diploma or Degree in Financial Accounting
• Risk Management and Compliance (Ref: SASIn – 05): Forensic Investigation or Compliance Management

SASSA TVET Work Integrated Learning Programme

This opportunity is open to N6 students in the following qualifications:

• Industrial Engineering
• Management Services
• Management Assistant
• Financial Accounting
• Business Studies
• Public Administration

WIL Placement Locations

Placements are available across the KwaZulu-Natal districts, including:

• Durban District (Nsimbi and Urban Local Offices)
• Ulundi District (Mbazwana Local Office)
• Midlands District (Weenen Local Office)
• Pietermaritzburg District (Camperdown Local Office)
• KZN Regional Office (various units including Finance, ICT, Legal Services, Customer Care, Executive Support)

Minimum Requirements

• South African citizenship
• Unemployed youth aged between 18 and 35 years
• Meet qualification requirements for the chosen programme
• Submit completed Z83 application form and detailed CV
• Include correct reference number in email subject line

Required Documents

• Updated CV
• Completed and signed Z83 form
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Academic transcript
• Driver’s licence (if applicable)