The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) has opened applications for its 2026 Graduate Internship Programme, inviting unemployed South African graduates under the age of 35 to apply.
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Location: South Africa (Multiple Locations)
Duration: 24 Months
Stipend: R11,175.00 per month
This fully paid 24-month internship offers structured workplace experience within the social housing and public sector, supporting youth employment and skills development nationwide.
About the Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA)
The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) is a public entity responsible for regulating and promoting South Africa’s social housing sector.
SHRA plays a key role in:
- Ensuring the development of affordable rental housing
- Supporting low- to middle-income households
- Strengthening social housing institutions
- Promoting sustainable human settlements, especially in urban areas
- Overseeing compliance and funding support within the sector
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About the SHRA Internship Programme
The SHRA Graduate Internship Programme is designed to:
- Provide unemployed graduates with meaningful workplace exposure
- Develop skills relevant to housing, governance, and the built environment
- Expose interns to public-sector administration and compliance
- Support youth employment and capacity building
⚠️ Eligibility: Open to South African citizens only
Available SHRA Internship Opportunities 2026
Collections Administrator Intern
Location: Durban
Department: Rentals
Key Duties:
- Debtors control and rent collections
- Letting and legal administration
- Rent billing, deposits, and account management
- Bookkeeping and rent roll reporting
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Economics, or Financial Management
Leasing Administrator Intern
Location: Durban
Department: First Metro Housing Co
Key Duties:
- Leasing process administration
- Rental collections and tenant management
- Reporting and general administration
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Bachelor’s Degree
Company Secretary Intern
Location: Johannesburg
Department: Office of the CEO
Key Duties:
- Statutory record keeping and compliance support
- Board and council meeting coordination
- Governance research and policy updates
- Travel and administrative support
Requirements:
- Diploma in Administration
Project Management Quantity Surveyor Intern
Location: Hospital Street Social Housing – Newcastle
Department: Buhlebezwe Property NPC
Key Duties:
- Site inspections and measurements
- Contractor payment and cost verification
- Variation tracking and reporting
- Liaison with consultants and contractors
Requirements:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction
Social Work / Community Development Intern
Location: Imizi Housing Head Office – Port Elizabeth
Department: Community Development
Key Duties:
- Resident assessments and case management
- Community engagement and crisis intervention
- Stakeholder collaboration and advocacy
- Community event facilitation
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or Social Sciences (Community Development)
Tenant Liaison Officer Intern
Location: East London
Department: SOHCO
Key Duties:
- Tenant communication and lease administration
- Complaints and waiting list management
- Unit allocation and exit processes
- Tenant empowerment initiatives
Requirements:
- Degree in Social Sciences with property, leasing, or tenant management focus
Project Administrator Intern
Location: FMHC Head Office – Durban
Department: Project Development
Key Duties:
- Project reporting and documentation
- Tenanting list verification
- Unit completion tracking
- Data analysis and filing
Requirements:
- Degree in the Built Environment (QS, Civil, Electrical, Construction Management) or Project Management
How to Apply
Download and complete the SHRA Internship Application Form:
https://www.shra.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Young-Graduate-Internship-Application-Form-.docx
Email applications to: recruitment@shra.org.za
Your application must include:
- Completed SHRA Application Form
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of residential address
Important Application Notes
- Do not submit pictures of documents
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
- Only successful candidates will be contacted
- If no response is received within 60 days after closing, consider the application unsuccessful
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