Lephalale Local Municipality is looking for unemployed graduates to join their internship program. The town is growing fast and needs interns for Finance and Human Resources roles. The internship will run during 2025 and 2026. If you have the right qualifications & no job you can apply now. The program is based in Limpopo and aims to help fresh graduates get work experience. This is a good chance for people who want to start their career in local government.
About The Program
Lephalale is growing fast because of its coal mines and power plants. The local government wants to help young people get better jobs & learn new skills. These internships let people work in finance HR and town management. This experience helps them find good jobs in government or other places later on. The program teaches useful skills that make people ready for real work. The town offers many chances to learn about how local government works.
Opportunities Available
Financial Internships
Department: Budget & Treasury – Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Duration: 24 months
Reference No.: 4/3/2/3 – 17/10/2025
Commencing Salary: R100,000 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- National Diploma in Financial Management or an equivalent qualification
- Preference will be given to unemployed graduates residing within the municipal boundaries
Key Performance Areas (KPA’s):
- Assist the Chief Financial Officer in preparing budgets and annual financial statements
- Support implementation of the Municipal Financial Management Act (MFMA), GRAP, and financial reforms
- Manage and monitor capital and operational budgets
- Rotate through different sections of the Budget & Treasury Directorate to gain experience in various accounting disciplines.
Human Resources Internship
Department: Corporate Support Services – Human Resource Division
Duration: 24 months
Reference No.: 4/3/2/8 – 17/10/2025
Commencing Salary: R100,000 per annum
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- National Diploma in Human Resource Management or an equivalent qualification
- Preference will be given to unemployed graduates residing within the municipal boundaries
Key Performance Areas (KPA’s):
- Provide administrative assistance within the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) Unit
- Support recruitment and appointment processes
- Assist in the Skills Development Unit
- Provide administrative support to the Labour Relations Unit
- Assist with packaging and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
How to Apply
You need to apply for this position online using the city’s job website. The only way to submit your application is through their official online system.
click here to apply for Lephalale Local Municipality Internships Program 2025 / 2026
Please add the reference number when you apply online. We won’t accept applications that are missing information or documents. We will only contact people who make it to our shortlist. If you don’t hear from us within 90 days after applications close you can assume you weren’t selected.
Important Information
- Enquiries: Makholwa A.K. – Tel: 014 762 1400
- Closing Date: 27 October 2025
- Notice No.: V1/2025/2026
- Municipal Manager: PF Nogilana-Raphela
Lephalale Municipality offers equal job opportunities to everyone. We support affirmative action in our hiring process. We can change or cancel this job posting when needed. We want people who are honest and provide great service to send their applications.