Mossel Bay Municipality has opened applications for its Project Management Unit Internship Programme for 2026, offering unemployed South African graduates valuable paid workplace experience in municipal infrastructure services.
This opportunity is aimed at Civil Engineering graduates and related fields who want hands-on exposure in a local government environment while earning a monthly stipend of R9 274.85.
Closing date: 13 February 2026 (strictly before 13h00)
Internship Overview
The Mossel Bay Municipality Internship Programme is designed to support graduates by providing practical, structured workplace training within the Infrastructure Services Department, specifically the Project Management Unit.
Interns will gain experience in municipal infrastructure projects while developing professional, administrative, and technical skills required for public sector employment.
Internship Details at a Glance
- Internship Programme: Project Management Unit
- Department: Infrastructure Services
- Location: Mossel Bay, Western Cape
- Employment Type: Contract internship
- Duration:
- Initial 12-month contract
- Extendable for up to 3 years (12–24 months additional)
- Monthly Stipend: R9 274.85
- Closing Date: 13 February 2026
- Application Method: Hardcopy only
⚠️ Preference will be given to applicants residing within Mossel Bay Municipal boundaries.
Who Should Apply?
This internship is suitable for:
- Unemployed Civil Engineering graduates
- Diploma or Degree holders seeking workplace experience
- Graduates interested in municipal infrastructure projects
- Young professionals looking to enter the public sector
Applicants must have completed their qualification before applying.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following:
- National Diploma or Degree (minimum NQF Level 6) in Civil Engineering or a related field
- Completed qualification at the time of application
- Valid Code B driver’s licence
- Fluency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
- Must not have been previously employed as an intern in the public sector
- Willingness to work overtime
Selection and Assessment Process
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo:
- Theoretical and/or practical assessments
- A driving skills test
- A baseline medical evaluation
Employment is subject to a written offer issued by Mossel Bay Municipality and accepted by the applicant.
How to Apply for the Mossel Bay Municipality Internship
⚠️ Only hardcopy applications will be accepted.
Step 1: Download the Application Form
Applicants must complete the official Mossel Bay Municipality application form, available at:
www.mosselbay.gov.za
Step 2: Prepare Supporting Documents
Applications must include:
- A comprehensive CV
- Original certified copies (not older than 6 months) of:
- Qualifications
- Identity document
- Any other required documents
Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified.
QUICK LINKS:
Submission Address (Hand Delivery Only)
Completed applications must be delivered to:
Mossel Bay Municipality – Human Resources Department
Old Power Station Building
Santos Beach
Mossel Bay
⚠️ Applications received after 13h00 on 13 February 2026 will not be accepted.
Enquiries
For more information, contact:
- Ms N De Wet
- Ms F Mpondo
- Ms C Daniels
Tel: (044) 606 5000
Employment Equity Notice
Mossel Bay Municipality supports the Employment Equity Act (Act 55 of 1998) and encourages applications from:
- Previously disadvantaged individuals
- Persons with disabilities
If applicants are not contacted within three months after the closing date, they may consider their application unsuccessful.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Why This Internship Matters for Graduates
Municipal internships provide graduates with:
- Real-world infrastructure project exposure
- Public sector work experience
- Skills development aligned to engineering careers
- Improved employability after graduation
For Civil Engineering graduates, this internship offers a valuable entry point into government infrastructure work.
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