Unemployed South African graduates can now kickstart their careers in conservation and environmental management with the SANParks Mega Living Landscapes (MLL) Internship Programme 2026.
This 12-month internship offers hands-on experience in biodiversity stewardship, protected area expansion, and landscape-scale conservation projects across the Cape and Garden Route regions.
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Duration: 12 months
Stipend: R8,750 per month
Eligibility: South African graduates with relevant environmental qualifications
Closing Date: 26 March 2026
Quick Overview
- Programme: SANParks Mega Living Landscapes Internship 2026
- Unit: Park Planning and Development
- Focus Areas: Biodiversity conservation, stakeholder engagement, GIS mapping, landscape-scale projects
- Benefits: Practical conservation experience, project management skills, GIS exposure, professional development
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Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Hold a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in:
- Nature Conservation
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Sciences
- Or a related field
- Have 1–2 years’ experience in conservation projects in the Cape Floristic Region
- Possess a Code 08 driver’s licence
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office and have GIS skills
- Demonstrate strong report writing, project management, and communication skills
- Be willing to travel when required
Advantageous: knowledge of protected area expansion mechanisms and landscape-scale conservation practices
Internship Responsibilities
- Assist with biodiversity stewardship and conservation activities in priority landscapes
- Support operational planning and implementation of SANParks MLL projects
- Conduct mapping and spatial analysis using GIS tools
- Coordinate technical assistance for stewardship sites
- Assist with capacity building and awareness initiatives
- Provide support with project administration, monitoring, and reporting
Why This Internship Matters
The MLL initiative links biodiversity protection, climate resilience, and community well-being, giving interns exposure to:
- Landscape-scale conservation projects
- Stakeholder collaboration across communities, landowners, and partners
- Real-world environmental project management
- Opportunities to grow within SANParks and the wider conservation sector
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of ID
Complete the online form to ensure your application is considered: Apply Here
Email documents to: Celine.hendricks@sanparks.org
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