The Department of Employment and Labour invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Compensation Fund Internships 2026. Gain practical workplace experience in government while earning a monthly stipend of R7 860.50 for selected positions.
Closing Date: 27 February 2026
Location: Various provinces across South Africa
About the Program
The Compensation Fund manages occupational injuries and diseases (COID) and offers graduates hands-on experience in:
- Finance and Accounting
- Claims Registration & Processing
- Medical Payments & Services
- Human Resource Management
- Legal Support & Administration
- Quality Assurance and COID Services
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Provincial Opportunities
Internships are available in all provinces, including:
- Gauteng & KwaZulu-Natal – Finance, HR, Medical Payments, Claims Registration
- Limpopo & Mpumalanga – Legal Support, Admin, COID Services
- Western Cape & Eastern Cape – Finance, Medical, Claims Processing
- North West, Free State & Northern Cape – Admin, HR, Finance, Medical
Who Can Apply?
- South African citizens
- Recent graduates with NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification in Finance, HR, Nursing, Law, Public Administration, or related fields
- Must not have participated in a government internship before
- Apply only to your province of residence
How to Apply
- Complete the Z83 form
- Attach an updated CV
- Quote the relevant provincial reference number
- Submit to the provincial address or email listed on the Department of Labour website
This internship provides a pathway to government experience, professional growth, and exposure to public sector operations across South Africa.
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