Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internships 2026 are open for seven unemployed South African graduates in Pretoria, offering a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 over a 24-month, non-renewable programme. The seven positions cover forensic investigation, graphic design, public administration, information technology or computer science, and internal auditing, with applicants required to hold the relevant completed qualification for the internship they choose. Applications close on 30 October 2026.
The opportunities form part of the Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internship Programme 2026/2028, advertised through Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, issued on 16 October.
Although the department operates within South Africa’s policing and public-safety environment, applicants should note that these are Civilian Secretariat for Police Service internships, not SAPS internships or police officer positions.
Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internships 2026 Open in Pretoria
The internship programme is aimed at unemployed South African graduates who have completed qualifications relevant to the advertised positions.
All seven internship positions are based in Pretoria, but they are spread across five different internship categories.
This gives graduates from several academic backgrounds an opportunity to consider the programme, including those who studied Forensic Investigation, Graphic Design, Public Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science or Internal Auditing.
The qualification requirements differ from one position to another, so applicants should identify the internship that corresponds with their completed studies rather than submitting an application for a post for which they do not meet the educational requirement.
Seven Graduate Internship Positions Available
While five internship categories have been advertised, there are actually seven positions in total because two categories each have two posts.
The opportunities are distributed as follows:
- Civilian Oversight Monitoring and Evaluation: 1 post
- Internal Communication: 1 post
- Office of the Secretary: 2 posts
- Corporate Services: 2 posts
- Internal Audit: 1 post
This brings the total to seven graduate internship positions.
Each category also has its own reference number and application email address, making it important for graduates to check the details for their chosen position carefully.
Interns Will Receive R8,174.75 a Month
Each of the advertised internships carries a stipend of R8,174.75 per month.
The official government vacancy information describes the payment as a stipend, rather than a salary, and applicants should keep that distinction in mind.
The same monthly stipend applies across all five internship categories and all seven available positions.
No additional benefits or allowances should be assumed unless they are confirmed in the official government information.
Internship Programme Runs for 24 Months
Successful candidates will join the Civilian Secretariat for Police Service for a period of 24 months.
The government advert specifically describes the internship as a non-renewable contract.
The programme is therefore intended to provide a defined period of graduate workplace experience rather than a guarantee of permanent government employment.
Graduates considering the programme should apply on the understanding that the advertised opportunity runs for two years and that no automatic permanent position has been promised after the internship ends.
Who Can Apply for the Internship Programme?
The programme invites applications from unemployed South African graduates who have completed the qualification required for the internship they want to pursue.
The broader programme information refers to completed National Diploma, Bachelor’s degree or Honours degree qualifications in the relevant disciplines or fields.
For the seven positions covered here, each advert specifies the particular National Diploma or degree required.
No age limit is stated in the supplied vacancy information, so applicants should not assume that an age restriction applies unless one appears in the complete official advert.
What is clear is that the required qualification must already be completed. Applicants who have not completed the relevant qualification should not treat these internships as opportunities that can be entered solely on the basis of currently studying towards that qualification.
Forensic Investigation Graduates Can Apply for Civilian Oversight
Graduates with a qualification in Forensic Investigation can consider the Intern: Civilian Oversight Monitoring and Evaluation position.
There is one post available in Pretoria.
The reference number is CSP/22/2026, and applicants must have a Degree or National Diploma in Forensic Investigation.
For enquiries about this specific internship, the listed contact person is Ms R Sadiki on (012) 4931 442.
Applications for this position can also be emailed to Rachel.Sadiki@csp.gov.za.
Graduates should make sure they use reference CSP/22/2026 when following the official application instructions for this opportunity.
Graphic Design Internship Available in Internal Communication
The Internal Communication internship creates an opportunity for a graduate with a Graphic Design qualification.
There is one position available in Pretoria under reference number CSP/23/2026.
Applicants need a Degree or National Diploma in Graphic Design.
The listed enquiry contact is Mr M Mashifane, who can be reached on (012) 4931 435.
Applications for this particular internship can also be emailed to Makadi.Mashifane@csp.gov.za.
This is the only Graphic Design position among the seven internships, and applicants should use the email address and reference number linked specifically to this post.
Two Public Administration Internships Available
Public Administration graduates have two positions to consider under the Office of the Secretary.
Both posts are based in Pretoria and carry reference number CSP/24/2026.
Applicants must hold a Degree or National Diploma in Public Administration.
Because this category has two posts, it accounts for two of the seven positions available through this part of the Internship Programme 2026/2028.
The enquiry contact is Ms P Masoma on (012) 4931 397.
Applications for the Office of the Secretary internships can also be emailed to Portia.Masoma@csp.gov.za.
Applicants should ensure that reference CSP/24/2026 is correctly associated with their Public Administration application.
Two IT and Computer Science Internships Available
Another two positions are available within Corporate Services, creating graduate opportunities for people who studied Information Technology or Computer Science.
The Corporate Services internships carry reference number CSP/25/2026 and are based in Pretoria.
Applicants need a Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science.
There are two posts in this category.
The listed enquiry contact is Ms NM Sefiti, with the telephone number (012) 4931 388.
Applications for these two positions can also be emailed to Nancy.sefiti@csp.gov.za.
Graduates searching for government IT internships or computer science internships should still check the complete official advert to make sure they satisfy the requirements before submitting their information.
Internal Auditing Graduate Internship
The final position among the seven opportunities is an Internal Audit internship.
There is one post available in Pretoria, carrying reference number CSP/26/2026.
Candidates need a National Diploma or Degree in Internal Auditing.
The enquiry contact listed for this post is Ms NM Sefiti on (012) 4931 388.
Applications for the Internal Audit position can also be emailed to Lindiwe.Tubana@csp.gov.za.
Applicants should not confuse this application email with the Corporate Services address, even though the same person and telephone number are listed for enquiries. Each internship has its own application information.
How to Choose the Correct Internship
With five internship categories covering seven positions, one of the most important steps is matching your completed qualification to the correct post.
A Forensic Investigation graduate should look at CSP/22/2026, while a Graphic Design graduate should check CSP/23/2026.
Public Administration graduates should use CSP/24/2026, and Information Technology or Computer Science graduates should consider CSP/25/2026.
The Internal Auditing opportunity uses reference CSP/26/2026.
Applicants should not simply choose a position because they are interested in the department. The educational requirements are specific, and the programme is aimed at graduates who have completed qualifications in the fields identified for each internship.
Checking the reference number is equally important because it helps identify the exact opportunity being applied for.
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How to Apply for Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internships 2026
The supplied vacancy information states that applications for the individual positions can also be emailed to the address provided for that specific internship.
Applicants should use the correct email address:
Forensic Investigation – CSP/22/2026:
Rachel.Sadiki@csp.gov.za
Graphic Design – CSP/23/2026:
Makadi.Mashifane@csp.gov.za
Public Administration – CSP/24/2026:
Portia.Masoma@csp.gov.za
Information Technology/Computer Science – CSP/25/2026:
Nancy.sefiti@csp.gov.za
Internal Auditing – CSP/26/2026:
Lindiwe.Tubana@csp.gov.za
Applicants should not combine these addresses into one general application email. The address used should correspond with the internship being applied for.
The telephone numbers listed in the advert are for enquiries and should not be treated as application submission channels.
Before submitting an application, graduates should consult the complete official vacancy information for any general application requirements that accompany the internship programme.
Applications Close on 30 October 2026
The closing date for the Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internship Programme is 30 October 2026.
Applicants should use the time before the deadline to check that their completed qualification matches the internship they have selected and that they are using the correct reference number and application information.
The programme was published as part of Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, dated 16 October 2026.
Graduates should verify the complete instructions in the official government advert before submitting their applications.
Official Government Vacancy Information
The internship opportunities appear in Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026.
Official Vacancy Advert: [INSERT OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT/DPSA LINK]
Application Information: [INSERT OFFICIAL LINK]
Applicants should read the official advert before applying, particularly to confirm any general application instructions that apply to the internship programme in addition to the post-specific email information.
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Final Reminder for Graduates
The Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Internships 2026 offer seven graduate positions in Pretoria across five professional fields, with successful interns receiving a stipend of R8,174.75 per month.
The programme runs for 24 months on a non-renewable contract, and applications close on 30 October 2026.
Graduates should pay particular attention to their qualifications. The available positions require completed qualifications in Forensic Investigation, Graphic Design, Public Administration, Information Technology or Computer Science, and Internal Auditing, depending on the internship selected.
Applicants should also use the correct reference number and the application email associated with their chosen position.
These opportunities are offered by the Civilian Secretariat for Police Service and should not be confused with SAPS internships or police officer recruitment.
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