The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), through its Group Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) Department, is offering an 18-month paid internship to help qualifying students gain hands-on administrative and stakeholder engagement experience in a public service environment.
This internship forms part of the City’s effort to support students who need practical exposure to complete or enhance their qualifications.
Internship Role: Administration Intern – Citizen Relationship and Urban Management
Location: Traduna House, 118 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein
Closing Date: Thursday, 22 May 2025
Monthly Stipend: R10 109.86 (no additional benefits)
Department: Group Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM)
Branch: Citizen Relations and Interface
Duration: 18 months
What You’ll Learn
As an intern, you will support the Integrated Service Delivery and Stakeholder Interface Unit, where your duties will include:
- Providing administrative support for service delivery initiatives
- Assisting with the coordination of stakeholder engagements
- Helping prepare qualitative and quantitative reports
- Participating in public communication and internal interface activities
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible for this internship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Completed Grade 12/Matric
- Hold a National Diploma or Degree (minimum 360 credits) in any of the following:
- Public Administration
- Business Administration
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- International Relations
- Marketing and Communications
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Be a resident of the City of Johannesburg
Required Skills and Competencies
You must demonstrate:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Excellent time management, coordination, and record-keeping
- Attention to detail with the ability to handle information accurately
- A professional and ethical approach to work
- Willingness to work collaboratively with others
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal if you:
- Live in Johannesburg and meet the qualification requirements
- Need practical experience to complete or complement your qualification
- Have not participated in an internship programme before, unless it was unrelated to your current field of study
- Are a motivated graduate looking to gain municipal work experience in citizen relations, communications, or stakeholder engagement
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only.
Step 1: Complete the application form here:
Step 2: Attach the following documents to your application:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of your qualification
- Updated CV
Note: Use Google Chrome when applying to avoid technical issues. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Contact Details for Queries
Contact Person: Annelise Botha
Telephone: (011) 375 6093
Website: www.joburg.org.za
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Experienced career development professional with a background in student administration and guidance across several South African universities. Over the years, I have supported students in shaping their academic and professional journeys, providing career counselling, employability training, and placement support. I now focus on helping young graduates successfully transition from university or college into the workplace, bridging the gap between education and employment through practical guidance and career-readiness initiatives.