2025 Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) Internship opened

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Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) has opened its Internship program in 2025 and is inviting all qualifying students to apply as soon as possible. All interested applicants should use the details below to apply.

Internship Application Closing Date: 27 August 2025

Internship Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

The Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) is offering young unemployed graduates an opportunity to gain work experience. Applications are invited for 2025 Internships positions from promising graduates. The Internship programme will run for a period of twenty-four (24) months with no option for extension. These positions are based in Arcadia in Pretoria.

The CPSI will pay a monthly stipend, based on the qualifications and determine by Directive on Internship Programme at R6 083.70

The following Internship Opportunities are open for applications:

Internal Audit Intern

Ref No: 0005/2025

  • Mus have a 3 or 4-year National Diploma/Degree in: Internal Audit.

Legal Services Intern

Ref No: 006/2025

  • Must have an undergraduate degree in law.

NB. Candidates who previously participated in an internship programme in any Government Department will NOT be considered

Competencies:

  • Management;
  • Computer literacy;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Time management;
  • Teamwork;
  • Competencies focusing specifically on the public service and communication skills.

How to apply

Download Z83 Application Form

Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form and must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV (with contactable references and copies of all qualifications, Identity Document (ID) and Drivers’ license (where appropriate), and any other relevant documents. 

Hand-delivered or Courier  Applications to:

Centre for Public Service Innovation, 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, Heritage Building, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007.

Closing date: 27 August 2025 at 15:H00

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful

Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.