{"id":27728,"date":"2025-09-08T12:58:08","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T10:58:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=27728"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:53:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:53:40","slug":"saps-internships-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/saps-internships-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"SAPS Internships 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you a young South African graduate or student looking for real work experience in a professional environment? The South African Police Service (SAPS) is once again opening its doors through the <strong>2025 <\/strong>SAPS Internships, giving unemployed youth a chance to gain valuable skills while contributing to the safety and development of their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-can-apply\">Requirements <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a South African citizen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent NCV Level 4 qualification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have no previous criminal convictions or pending cases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be unemployed, never employed in the field of the advertised post, and never have participated in an internship in the relevant field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reside in the province where the post is advertised.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply for a maximum of three (3) posts and complete a separate application form for each reference number.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Internship categories include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduate Intern: Completed tertiary qualification required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Student Intern: Practical experience required to complete a qualification (letter from the institution must be attached).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Stipends will be determined by the SAPS Divisional or National Commissioner, depending on the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1967304048\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"internship-opportunities-by-province\">Available Internships by Province<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gauteng<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legal Administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motor Mechanics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resource Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal Information Analysis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Johannesburg, Pretoria, Benoni, Vereeniging, Soweto and other districtsgp-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Northern Cape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crime Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychometry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Kimberley, De Aar, Kuruman, Springbok and Upingtonnc-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mpumalanga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forensic Commercial Investigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Librarianship<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth Desk Administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graphic Design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camera Operation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Nelspruit, Witbank, Standerton and Middelburgmp-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limpopo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crime Analysis (CIMAC)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Journalism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graphic Design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marketing and Stakeholder Relations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motor Mechanics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Polokwane, Thohoyandou, Tzaneen, Giyani and Musinalm-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KwaZulu-Natal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photography and Videography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drone Operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sound Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Umlazi, Phoenix and Empangenikzn-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free State<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Social Work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organisational Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include Bloemfontein, Welkom, Sasolburg, Bethlehem and Kroonstadfs-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eastern Cape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Internships available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organisational Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crime Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical Services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations include East London, Mthatha, Lusikisiki, Graaff-Reinet and Nelson Mandela Bayec-2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Western Cape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crime Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detective Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Resource Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Motor Mechanics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Events Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication and Public Relations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food Services (Catering and Hospitality)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Work and Psychology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Locations: Cape Town, Khayelitsha, Delft, Mitchells Plain, Atlantis, Paarl, George, Stellenbosch and Oudtshoorn<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended for you: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasi-ispani.co.za\/where-to-get-a-free-cv-template-in-sa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Where to Get a Free CV Template in SA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"application-process\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete the official\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saps.gov.za\/careers\/internships.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>SAPS Internship Application Form<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach uncertified copies of the following:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identity Document,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Senior Certificate,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All post-school qualifications with results statements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deliver the application by hand or post to the relevant provincial addresses listed in the official notices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.saps.gov.za\/careers\/internships.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong>&nbsp;Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1159064931\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"closing-dates\">Closing Dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gauteng Province: 12 September 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other Provinces: 18 September 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Late applications will not be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"selection-process\">Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All shortlisted candidates will undergo fingerprint screening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates will be invited for personal interviews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortlisted applicants may also be subjected to vetting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only successful applicants will be contacted.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: Completion of the internship programme does not guarantee permanent employment in SAPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/dhet-graduate-internships-work-integrated-learning-programmes\/\">DHET Graduate Internships &amp; Work Integrated Learning Programmes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SAPS Internships 2025 is a golden opportunity for South African youth who are eager to gain valuable work experience, grow their skills, and prepare for future career opportunities. With placements available across all nine provinces, the programme offers diverse fields ranging from <strong>law, finance, IT, and communication<\/strong> to <strong>mechanical services, social work, and crime analysis<\/strong>.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apply for the SAPS Internship Programme 2025. Opportunities available in all provinces across South Africa. Find out requirements, deadlines, and how to apply.<\/p>\n<p>Tags: SAPS Internship Programme 2025, SAPS internships South Africa, SAPS job opportunities, internships by province, SAPS vacancies 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":27737,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Apply for the SAPS Internship Programme 2025. Opportunities available in all provinces across South Africa. 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