Hessequa Municipality Financial Internships 2026

Hessequa Municipality is inviting suitably qualified graduates to apply for two Financial Internship opportunities for 2026 in Riversdale, Western Cape.

The opportunities are available in Financial Services and Internal Audit and are aimed at graduates with relevant Accounting, Financial Management, Risk Management, Auditing or Internal Audit qualifications.

Successful candidates will be appointed on two-year fixed-term contracts and will receive a gross salary of R120,000 per annum.

The advertised internships are based in Riversdale, although successful candidates may be required to work at other locations within the Hessequa municipal area.

Internship Programme Overview

Organisation: Hessequa Municipality
Programme: Financial Internships 2026
Number of Opportunities: 2
Location: Riversdale, Western Cape
Duration: 2 years
Salary: R120,000 gross per annum
Employment Type: Fixed-term contract
Closing Date: 17 August 2026
Application Methods: Online, email, hand delivery or post

Available Financial Internships

Internship	Reference	Qualification	Salary	Duration
Financial Services	INTERN003	Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management	R120,000 p.a.	2 years
Internal Audit	INTERN002	Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with majors in Auditing and/or Internal Audit	R120,000 p.a.	2 years

1. Financial Internship – Financial Services

Reference Number: INTERN003
Location: Riversdale
Salary: R120,000 gross per annum
Duration: 2 years

Applicants must have either:

A Bachelor’s Degree; or
A National Diploma

with majors in one of the following:

Accounting
Financial Management
Risk Management

Additional Requirements

Applicants must:

Be computer literate.
Be able to communicate in two official languages of the Western Cape.

A Code B driver’s licence will serve as a recommendation. The supplied information does not state that a driver’s licence is compulsory.

2. Financial Internship – Internal Audit

Reference Number: INTERN002
Location: Riversdale
Salary: R120,000 gross per annum
Duration: 2 years

Applicants must have either:

A Bachelor’s Degree; or
A National Diploma

with majors in:

Auditing; and/or
Internal Audit.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must:

Be computer literate.
Be able to communicate in two official languages of the Western Cape.

A Code B driver’s licence will serve as a recommendation.

Salary

Both internships offer a gross annual salary of:

R120,000 per annum

This is equivalent to approximately R10,000 gross per month before applicable deductions.

Internship Duration

Both positions are offered on:

Two-year fixed-term contracts

Although the positions are advertised for Riversdale, Hessequa Municipality states that successful candidates may be placed at any location within the municipal area.

These areas include:

Witsand
Slangrivier
Heidelberg
Riversdale
Still Bay
Albertinia
Gouritsmond

Applicants from within the Hessequa Municipal Area will receive preference.

Who Can Apply?

The opportunity is suitable for graduates who meet the qualification requirements for either INTERN002 or INTERN003.

For Financial Services, applicants need an Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management qualification.

For Internal Audit, applicants need a qualification with majors in Auditing and/or Internal Audit.

Applicants should also be computer literate and able to communicate in two official languages of the Western Cape.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

Completed Hessequa Municipality application form.
Updated CV.
Relevant qualification documentation.
Any other supporting documents requested by the Municipality.

Important: Applications received without the required municipal application form will not be considered.

How to Apply for Hessequa Municipality Financial Internships 2026

Applicants can apply through any of the approved application methods.

Option 1: Online Application

Applicants can register and submit their application through the Municipality’s e-recruitment platform.

Hessequa Municipality official website and recruitment information

Applicants should select the relevant internship and ensure that the correct reference number is used:

INTERN002 – Internal Audit
INTERN003 – Financial Services

Option 2: Email Application

Completed application forms may be submitted to:

applications@hessequa.gov.za

Ensure that the required municipal application form is completed and included with the application.

Option 3: Hand Delivery

Applications may be hand-delivered to:

Any Hessequa Municipal Office

Applicants should ensure that the application reaches the Municipality before the closing date.

Option 4: Postal Application

Applications can be posted to:

Human Resources
Hessequa Municipality
PO Box 29
Riversdale
6670
Western Cape
South Africa

Applicants using the postal option should allow sufficient time for delivery before the deadline.

Official Application Link

Hessequa Municipality official website

Use the Municipality’s official recruitment platform or application form when submitting your application.

Employment Equity

Hessequa Municipality is an equal-opportunity employer.

The Municipality encourages applications from:

Persons with disabilities.
People from previously disadvantaged groups.

Preference may be given to applicants who support the Municipality’s Employment Equity targets, although this will not be the only selection criterion.

Recruitment Checks

Applications may be subject to:

Reference checks.
Qualification verification.
Criminal-record checks.

By submitting an application, candidates consent to the relevant recruitment and verification checks.

Important Application Rules

Applicants should note the following:

Late applications will not be considered.
Applications without the required municipal application form will not be considered.
Canvassing councillors, Appointment Committee members or municipal employees will result in disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Candidates who arrive late for interviews may be disqualified.
Hessequa Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Application Outcome

Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.

Internship Application Closing Date

Closing Date: 17 August 2026

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline using one of the approved application methods.

Because postal and hand-delivery applications require additional processing time, candidates should avoid waiting until the final day.

Enquiries

For enquiries regarding the internships, contact:

Ms Jonecia Jansen
Telephone: 028 713 7965

Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, confirm that:

You meet the qualification requirements for INTERN002 or INTERN003.
Your CV is updated.
You are computer literate.
You can communicate in two official Western Cape languages.
You have a Code B driver’s licence, if available.
You have completed the required Hessequa Municipality application form.
You have used the correct reference number.
You have selected the correct internship.
Your application is being submitted through an approved method.
Your application will reach the Municipality before 17 August 2026.

Expert Guidance

Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to carefully select the correct reference number before applying. Graduates interested in Financial Services should use INTERN003, while those applying for Internal Audit should use INTERN002.

The municipal application form is particularly important because applications submitted without the required form will not be considered. Applicants should also ensure that their CV clearly reflects their qualification and relevant academic background.

Where possible, submit your application early rather than waiting for the closing date. This is especially important for candidates using postal or hand-delivery methods.

Always use the Municipality’s official recruitment channels and keep a copy of your completed application for your records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the Hessequa Financial Internships?

Graduates who meet the qualification requirements for either the Financial Services or Internal Audit internship can apply.

How many internships are available?

There are two Financial Internship opportunities available: one in Financial Services and one in Internal Audit.

How much does the internship pay?

Both positions offer a gross salary of R120,000 per annum, equivalent to approximately R10,000 gross per month before deductions.

How long is the internship?

Both opportunities are offered on two-year fixed-term contracts.

Which qualifications are required for Financial Services?

Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with majors in Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management.

Which qualification is required for Internal Audit?

Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with majors in Auditing and/or Internal Audit.

Is a driver’s licence compulsory?

No. A Code B driver’s licence is listed as a recommendation, rather than a compulsory requirement in the supplied information.

When do applications close?

Applications close on 17 August 2026.

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Opportunity Verification

Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
Last Updated: 12 August 2026
Information Source: Hessequa Municipality recruitment information supplied for publication
Status: Reviewed for accuracy

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