38 Free State Internships Pay R8,174.75 Monthly for 24 Months – Graduates Apply Before 21 August

Free State Human Settlements Internship Programme 2026

The Free State Department of Human Settlements is inviting unemployed South African graduates who originate from and currently reside in the Free State to apply for 38 Graduate Internship Programme opportunities for 2026.

The internships cover several professional and administrative fields, including Information Technology, Project Management, Office Administration, Law, Urban Planning, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Internal Audit, Human Resources, Corporate Communication and Labour Relations.

Successful candidates will be appointed on 24-month contracts and will receive a monthly stipend of R8,174.75.

Internship Programme Overview

• Department: Free State Department of Human Settlements
• Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026
• Number of Opportunities: 38
• Contract Duration: 24 months
• Monthly Stipend: R8,174.75
• Target Group: Unemployed Free State graduates
• Locations: Bloemfontein, Qwaqwa, Sasolburg and Welkom
• Province: Free State
• Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00
• Application Methods: Email, post or hand delivery

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens.
• Originate from and currently reside in the Free State.
• Be unemployed.
• Have Grade 12.
• Hold the qualification required for the selected internship.
• Never have participated in a Public Service internship programme.
• Complete and sign the new Z83 application form.
• Quote the correct job title, office and reference number.
• Submit a recent comprehensive CV.
• Provide contactable referees with telephone numbers and email addresses.
• Submit the application before 16:00 on 21 August 2026.

Candidates who applied for positions in the previous advertisement that was withdrawn are encouraged to apply again.

Available Internship Opportunities

The department has 38 positions available across multiple fields.

Internship Field	Reference	Posts	Location
Information Technology – District Services	HS 001/2026	2	Bloemfontein
Project Management Unit – District Services	HS 002/2026–HS 006/2026	15	Various districts
Office Administration – District Services	HS 007/2026–HS 011/2026	10	Various districts
Administrators – Affordable Housing	HS 012/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Rental Tribunal	HS 013/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Housing Development and Planning	HS 014/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Supply Chain Management	HS 015/2026	2	Bloemfontein
Financial and Budget Management	HS 016/2026	2	Bloemfontein
Internal Audit	HS 017/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Human Resources Management	HS 018/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Corporate Communication	HS 019/2026	1	Bloemfontein
Labour Relations	HS 020/2026	1	Bloemfontein

1. Information Technology Internships

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Information Technology District Services
Reference: HS 001/2026
Posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12.
• A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Information Technology, Computer Systems or Networks.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms M. Rapulungoane – 060 960 0020

2. Project Management Unit Internships

The department is offering 15 Project Management Unit internship opportunities across five districts.

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12.
• An NQF Level 6 or 7 qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related technical field.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Available Placements

• Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa: 3 posts – HS 002/2026
• Fezile Dabi District, Sasolburg: 3 posts – HS 003/2026
• Lejweleputswa District, Welkom: 3 posts – HS 004/2026
• Mangaung District, Bloemfontein: 3 posts – HS 005/2026
• Xhariep District, Bloemfontein: 3 posts – HS 006/2026

Enquiries

• Thabo Mofutsanyana District: Mr M. Mohloki – 066 477 4675
• Fezile Dabi District: Mr D. Maduna – 079 188 8446
• Lejweleputswa District: Mr Mofutsanyana – 063 695 3165
• Mangaung District: Mr Mokoena – 066 476 2730
• Xhariep District: Ms Ngwenya – 072 779 9599

3. Office Administration Internships

The department is offering 10 Office Administration internship opportunities.

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12.
• A minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration or Office Management.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Available Placements

• Thabo Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa: 2 posts – HS 007/2026
• Fezile Dabi District, Sasolburg: 2 posts – HS 008/2026
• Lejweleputswa District, Welkom: 2 posts – HS 009/2026
• Mangaung District, Bloemfontein: 2 posts – HS 010/2026
• Xhariep District, Bloemfontein: 2 posts – HS 011/2026

The same district enquiry contacts listed for the Project Management Unit apply to these placements.

4. Affordable Housing Administration Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Administrators – Affordable Housing
Reference: HS 012/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Public Administration, Office Administration or an equivalent field.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms L. Sefuli – 063 684 0482

5. Rental Tribunal Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Rental Tribunal
Reference: HS 013/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Law, LLB or an equivalent qualification.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms O. Seate – 060 991 9099

6. Housing Development and Planning Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Housing Development and Planning
Reference: HS 014/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Urban Planning, Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Mr T.J. Kumalo – 066 486 5393

7. Supply Chain Management Internships

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Supply Chain Management – Bid Administration and Logistics Management
Reference: HS 015/2026
Posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management or Financial Management.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms K. Mthembu – 062 024 3858

8. Financial and Budget Management Internships

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Financial and Budget Management – Salaries and Tax
Reference: HS 016/2026
Posts: 2
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Accounting or Financial Management.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Mr F. Labuschagne – 066 486 5361

9. Internal Audit Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Internal Audit
Reference: HS 017/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Internal Auditing or Financial Information Systems.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Mr M. Rathebe – 082 815 6626

10. Human Resources Management Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Human Resources Management
Reference: HS 018/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Resources Management, Public Administration or Management.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Mr P. Soke – 066 477 4508

11. Corporate Communication Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Corporate Communication
Reference: HS 019/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Corporate Communication or Media Studies.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms Z. Mbewu – 060 976 8683

12. Labour Relations Internship

Position: Graduate Internship Programme: Labour Relations
Reference: HS 020/2026
Posts: 1
Location: Bloemfontein

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Minimum NQF Level 6 qualification in Labour Relations or Human Resources Management.
• Basic knowledge of government prescripts and principles.

Enquiries: Ms N. Leoela – 079 332 7771

Internship Duration

Successful candidates will be appointed on:

24-month employment contracts

Interns will also be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment.

The programme provides temporary workplace experience and does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

Internship Stipend

Successful interns will receive:

R8,174.75 per month

The supplied information does not specify additional benefits such as accommodation, transport or relocation assistance.

Required Documents

At the initial application stage, applicants must submit:

• Fully completed new Z83 application form.
• Recent and comprehensive CV.
• Contactable referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses.

Certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents are not required with the initial application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified documents on or before the interview date after receiving communication from Human Resources Management.

Important Z83 Instructions

Applicants must use the new Z83 form.

The form must be:

• Fully completed.
• Signed by the applicant.
• Initialled where required.
• Completed with the correct job title.
• Completed with the correct office or district.
• Completed with the correct reference number.

Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be considered.

Failure to fully complete, sign or initial the form may result in disqualification.

Foreign Qualifications

Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

The SAQA evaluation may be requested during the recruitment and verification process.

How to Apply for Free State Department of Human Settlements Internships 2026

Applications may be submitted by email, post or hand delivery.

Email Applications

Send your application to:

recruit@fshs.gov.za

Applicants must include the post name and reference number in the email subject line.

A suitable format is:

Graduate Internship Programme – [Post Name] – [Reference Number]

The department does not accept faxed applications.

Postal Applications

Post applications to:

Head: Human Resource Management Directorate
Department of Human Settlements
P.O. Box 247
Bloemfontein
9300

Applicants using the postal method should allow sufficient time for their applications to arrive before the deadline.

Hand Delivery – Bloemfontein

Applications for Bloemfontein-based positions may be delivered to:

Foyer of OR Tambo House
St Andrews Street
Bloemfontein
Free State

Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.

Hand Delivery – Qwaqwa

Department of Human Settlements Offices
Mampoi Street
Phuthaditjhaba
Qwaqwa
Free State

Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.

Hand Delivery – Sasolburg

Mora Investments House
Erf 15, Fichard Street
Sasolburg
Free State

Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.

Hand Delivery – Welkom

Department of Human Settlements Offices
Kopano Complex
312 Long Road
Welkom
Free State

Applications must be placed in the appropriately marked box at Security.

Applicants should not hand applications directly to staff members inside the buildings.

Official Application Link

Free State Department of Human Settlements official information and application resources

For the email application, use recruit@fshs.gov.za and include the relevant post title and reference number.

Internship Application Closing Date

Closing Date: 21 August 2026 at 16:00

Late applications will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to allow enough time to identify and correct errors in the Z83 form or supporting information.

Selection and Background Checks

Suitable candidates may undergo:

• Criminal-record checks.
• Financial checks.
• Qualification verification.
• Reference checks.
• Employment-history verification.
• Security clearance.

Successful candidates will be expected to undergo security clearance within three months after appointment.

Employment Equity

The Free State Provincial Government is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer.

Preference may be given to candidates whose appointment will improve representation in relation to:

• Race
• Gender
• Disability

Appointments will be made in accordance with the department’s employment-equity objectives.

Application Outcome

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.

Applicants who are not contacted within four months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

The department reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Expert Guidance

Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to select the internship position that most closely matches their qualification before completing the Z83 form.

The new Z83 form is particularly important. Applicants should check that the form is fully completed, signed and initialled where required, and that the correct post title, office/district and reference number are included.

At the initial stage, applicants should focus on submitting the required new Z83 form, comprehensive CV and contactable referees rather than unnecessarily attaching certified qualifications, since these are only requested from shortlisted candidates.

Because applications close at 16:00 on 21 August 2026, email, postal and hand-delivery applicants should submit early enough to avoid technical, delivery or administrative problems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for these Free State Human Settlements internships?

Unemployed South African citizens who originate from and currently reside in the Free State, meet the qualification requirements and have never participated in a Public Service internship can apply.

How many internships are available?

The department is offering 38 graduate internship opportunities across several professional and administrative fields.

How much is the internship stipend?

Successful interns will receive R8,174.75 per month.

How long are the internships?

Successful candidates will be appointed on 24-month contracts.

Which qualifications are accepted?

The required qualification depends on the specific internship. Fields include IT, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Office Administration, Law, Urban Planning, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Internal Audit, Human Resources, Corporate Communication and Labour Relations.

Must I use the new Z83 form?

Yes. Applicants must use the new Z83 application form. Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered.

Do I need certified qualifications when applying?

No. Certified copies are not required at the initial application stage. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified documents before or on the interview date.

When do applications close?

Applications close on 21 August 2026 at 16:00. Late applications will not be considered.

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Opportunity Verification

Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
Last Updated: 12 August 2026
Information Source: Free State Department of Human Settlements internship information supplied for publication
Status: Reviewed for accuracy

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