The South African government is offering a wide range of entry-level and mid-level job opportunities across various departments. These positions provide competitive salaries and the chance to build a career within the public service. Applicants with relevant qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply before the closing dates. Available Government Internships and Entry-Level Jobs Department of Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Position: Registry Clerk Reference: REGCLE Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05) Location: Pretoria, Hatfield Qualification: National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 (NQF level 4) Experience: No work experience required Closing Date: 29 May 2026 Department of Cooperative Governance Position: Scanning Operator Reference: DCOG-SCO Salary: R170 226 per annum (Level 03) Location: Pretoria Qualification: Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent Experience: No experience required Closing Date: 29 May 2026 Department of Defence Positions: Provisioning Administration Clerk: Production, Administration Clerk: Production, Secretary References: DPSP/15/16/26/03, DPSP/15/16/26/04, DPSP/15/16/26/05 Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05) Location: Armscor Building, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria Qualification: Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent Experience: No experience required Closing Date: 29 May 2026 Department of Employment and Labour Positions: Employment Service Practitioner 2: PES (2 posts), Client Service Officer: Public Employment Services (5 posts), Client Service Officer IES, Senior Admin Clerk: Risk Management, Provisioning Administrative Clerk, Administration Clerk: IES Support Services, Registry Clerk References: HR4/4/4/47, HR4/4/4/48, HR4/4/1/01, HR4/4/2/10, HR/4/4/1/56, HR4/4/1/186, GAP-JOHA-23341564-20260507-1, HR4/4/1/183, HR4/4/1/184, HR4/4/1/182 Salary: R237 453 – R413 001 per annum Locations: Various including Kokstad, Jozini, Gqeberha, KwaMaqoma, eMaxesibeni, Mdantsane, East London, Pretoria Qualifications: Grade 12 or relevant National Diploma depending on position Experience: Ranges from no experience to 2 years functional experience Closing Date: 05 June 2026 Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Positions: Administration Clerk, Senior Administrative Officer, Deputy Director: Administration and Coordination Support, Deputy Director: Operations and Logistics References: 3/1/1/1/2026/27, OC04/2026, CCAQ06/2026, OC08/2026 Salary: R237 453 – R932 292 per annum Locations: Pretoria, Cape Town, Gauteng Qualifications: Grade 12 Certificate to National Diploma/Degree in relevant fields Experience: No experience to minimum 5 years in related fields Closing Date: 01 June 2026 Department of Higher Education and Training Positions: Assistant Director: Information Technology, Chief Personnel Officer, Examination Officer, Chief Administrative Clerk, Learnership/Placement Officer, Management Information System (MIS) Officer, Student Liaison Officer, Administration Clerk: HR (Training) References: CORP/ASD/IT/01, MTVET 06/2026, MTVET 07/2026, MTVET 08/2026, MTVET 09/2026, MTVET 10/2026, MTVET 11/2026, MTVET 12/2026 Salary: R237 453 – R487 197 per annum Location: Central Office and Ladysmith Campus Qualifications: Grade 12 plus National Diplomas or Degrees in relevant fields Experience: Ranges from 1 to 5 years relevant experience Closing Date: 29 May 2026 Department of Home Affairs Positions: Assistant Director: Asset and Property Management, Assistant Director: Investigations, Assistant Director: Information Systems Audit, Assistant Director: Risk Management (3 posts), Contact Centre Team Leader (2 posts) References: HRMC 23/26/2a, 2b, 2c, HRMC 23/26/3a, 3b, 3c, HRMC 23/26/4, HRMC 23/26/5, HRMC 23/26/6 Salary: R413 001 – R573 897 per annum (Level 08 and 09) Locations: Limpopo, North-West, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Tshwane Qualifications: Undergraduate qualifications in Supply Chain Management, Law, Computer Science, Risk Management, Public Management or related fields Experience: Minimum 2 to 3 years supervisory or junior management experience Closing Date: 29 May 2026 Application Requirements and Important Information Z83 Application Form Applicants are required to complete the Z83 Application Form when applying for these DPSA vacancies. This form is mandatory for all government job applications. General Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualification and experience requirements as specified for each position. South African citizens are eligible to apply. Applicants should ensure that all documents are complete and submitted before the closing date. How to Apply for DPSA Internships and Jobs Interested candidates should submit their applications according to the instructions provided in the official DPSA circular. For detailed information on each vacancy, including application procedures and requirements, please refer to the full circular available at DPSA Vacancy Circular 16 of 2026. Ensure that your completed Z83 Application Form and all supporting documents are submitted before the respective closing dates. Closing Dates for Applications Most entry-level positions close on 29 May 2026. Positions in the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment close on 01 June 2026. Some Department of Employment and Labour positions close on 05 June 2026.

Overall, this role offers a solid foundation for those looking to start a career in government.