City of Johannesburg Careers 2025 – Human Settlements Internships

Starting your career in the public sector while gaining hands-on experience in housing management? The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Human Settlements Department is offering an exciting opportunity under Internship 027/2025 for students and graduates in Public Housing Stock Management.

Who is the City of Johannesburg (CoJ)

The City of Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s largest metropolitan municipalities. Its Human Settlements Department is responsible for improving public housing, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service delivery in urban communities. By creating internship opportunities, CoJ empowers youth with valuable skills while addressing unemployment.

What is the Internship 027/2025 Programme

The Public Housing Stock Management Internship is a 12–18 month programme that offers structured workplace training. It provides exposure to administration, compliance, human settlements, and strategic housing management. Interns gain professional development while supporting Johannesburg’s housing services.

What you will gain

Up to 18 months of paid internship experience in public housing management
Exposure to business administration, compliance, HR, and planning
A stipend to support living costs:
- Graduates: R10,109.86 per month
- Currently enrolled students: R3,500 per month
Mentorship and professional growth in the municipal sector

Candidate role during the programme

As an intern, you will:

Provide administrative support for the Business Management Directorate
Assist with monitoring and evaluation, risk management, and compliance
Contribute to human resources administration
Support strategic planning (short, medium, and long-term), including preparing reports, business plans, and concept notes

Programmes/Jobs Offered

Internship: Public Housing Stock Management – Human Settlements

Are you Eligible? Requirements

Applicants must:

Have Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in:
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Public Management
- Public Administration (or related fields)
Be a student currently enrolled or a graduate with at least 120 credits
Have no prior work experience (ideal for first-time job seekers)
Be computer literate, especially in MS Office
Have good English communication skills (written and verbal)

Ideal Candidate Exhibits

Strong analytical and organisational skills
Initiative and ability to work independently after guidance
Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
Good interpersonal skills and adaptability in administrative environments

Core Skill Values

Professionalism and accountability
Integrity and confidentiality
Teamwork and adaptability
Planning and analytical thinking
Communication and problem-solving

How to Apply?

Apply online via the City of Johannesburg’s official portal
Required documents:
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications and academic records
- A detailed CV
Use the correct reference: Internship 027/2025

Application Commences

Applications are open in 2025

Stipend/Remuneration

Graduates: R10,109.86 per month
Enrolled students: R3,500 per month

Closing Date

Refer to the official CoJ portal (previous intakes closed in late May)

Note

Application deadline: Confirm via CoJ official notice
Programme duration: 12–18 months
Stipend: Graduate (R10,109.86) / Student (R3,500)
Restrictions: Only students and graduates in approved fields are eligible

Recommendations

Apply early to avoid portal delays
Ensure your documents are certified within 3 months
Tailor your CV to highlight administration or housing-related studies
Familiarise yourself with CoJ’s Human Settlements goals

Tips for Applying

Keep your application professional and error-free
Highlight your academic achievements and relevant skills
Demonstrate commitment to community service and governance
Regularly check your email for communication from CoJ