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The Department of Employment and Labour Invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their BCEA Internship Programme Vacancies. The closing date for applications is 31 December 2025.
What the Internship Is About
The Department of Employment and Labour is launching a big internship program for the years 2025‑2027. It is called the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) Internship Programme.
The goal is simple: give fresh university graduates real‑world experience working with labour law and making sure workplaces follow the rules.
How Many Places?
There are 3,197 internship spots spread all over South Africa. Every intern will get a monthly stipend of R7,860.50 for doing their job.
Where Are the Internships?
| City | Department | Number of Places | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East London (Eastern Cape) | Provincial Office | 724 | BCEA/P20K/EC |
| Bloemfontein (Free State) | Provincial Office | 303 | BCEA/P20K/FS |
| Braamfontein (Gauteng) | Provincial Office | 618 | BCEA/P20K/GP |
| Durban (KwaZulu‑Natal) | Provincial Office | 545 | BCEA/P20K/KZN |
| Polokwane (Limpopo) | Provincial Office | 58 | BCEA/P20K/LP |
| Witbank (Mpumalanga) | Provincial Office | 232 | BCEA/P20K/MP |
| Kimberley (Northern Cape) | Provincial Office | 168 | BCEA/P20K/NC |
| Mmabatho (North West) | Provincial Office | 129 | BCEA/P20K/NW |
| Western Cape | Provincial Office | 420 | BCEA/P20K/WC |
Who Can Join?
You need a three‑year tertiary qualification.
Examples are:
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6)
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7)
You should study in one of these areas:
- Labour Relations
- Business Law (BCom Law)
- Law (LLB)
- Labour Law
- Commercial Law
If you have finished any of these courses, you might be the right fit.
What Will You Do as an Intern?
Your work will help keep workplaces fair and safe:
- Check workplaces to make sure they follow the BCEA, Sectoral Determinations and the National Minimum Wage Act.
- Help investigate complaints or cases where a company might not be following the law.
- Provide administrative help to labour inspectors, organizing files and supporting daily tasks.
Why This Internship Matters
- It gives you hands‑on experience with real‑life tasks.
- You learn how labour laws protect workers and how to enforce them.
- Completing the internship can open doors to future jobs in the public sector.
- You get to contribute to a nation where every worker has a fair workplace.
How to Apply
- Go to the Department of Employment and Labour’s internship page:
https://www.labour.gov.za/graduate-internship-programme-for-2025-to-2027-(24-months) - Fill out the online application form.
- Upload the required documents (your transcript, ID copy, a cover letter, etc.).
- Submit before 31 December 2025.
Make sure your paperwork is accurate – missing documents can delay the process.
Need Help or More Information?
- Call the SA Youth Contact Centre at 0800 727 272.
- The department also supports candidates via email; check the website for contact details.
Take the First Step
The BCEA Internship Programme is a chance to start a career in labour law, earn money, and help make workplaces better for everyone.
If you love fairness, law, and learning, apply early and secure one of the 3,197 spots. Good luck!