Department of Justice & Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) Externship Programme 2025/2027

Gain Valuable Work Experience with DOJ&CD!
The Department of Justice & Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) invites unemployed graduates and N6 TVET students to apply for its Externship & In-Service Training Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on workplace experience in your chosen field.
DOJ&CD is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Programme Details
Duration:
- Youth Development Internship Programme: 24 months
- TVET Externship Programme: 18 months
- Candidate Attorney Programme: 12 months
Locations: All provinces & National Office
Stipend:
- Graduate Internships: Up to R4,000 per month
- TVET Internships: Up to R4,500 per month
- Candidate Attorney Programme: R7,000 per month
Important: Applicants must indicate their preferred Region or Office and include the relevant Reference Number in their application.
Available Externship Positions
1️⃣ Graduate Externship – Control Room Operators (Security) (150 Positions)
Reference Numbers: GI-CRO/EC, GI-CRO/FS, GI-CRO/GP, GI-CRO/KZN, GI-CRO/LP, GI-CRO/MP, GI-CRO/NC, GI-CRO/NW, GI-CRO/WC
Location: All provinces
Duration: 24 months
Requirements:
- PSIRA Registration
2️⃣ TVET Externship – Administration (20 Positions)
Reference Number: TVET Adm/NO
Location: National Office
Duration: 18 months
Requirements:
- N6 Certificate in:
- Management Assistant
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Business Management
- Administration
- Office Administration
3️⃣ Graduate Externship – Legal (Candidate Attorney) (50 Positions)
Reference Numbers: GI/LCA/EC, GI/LCA/FS, GI/LCA/GP, GI/LCA/KZN, GI/LCA/LP, GI/LCA/MP, GI/LCA/NC, GI/LCA/NW, GI/LCA/WC
Location: All provinces
Duration: 12 months
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Must not have participated in any Internship or Candidate Attorney Programme before
- Must have completed or be enrolled for Practical Legal Training (PLT)
- Must not be receiving government funding (NSFAS, bursaries, etc.)
Note: Candidates applying for positions outside their home province must arrange their own accommodation.
Who Should Apply?
Unemployed South African graduates and TVET students
Must have a relevant tertiary qualification in one of the listed fields
Must not have participated in any internship or in-service training programme before
Application Process
Closing Date: 17 March 2025
How to Apply:
Applications must include:
Completed & signed Z83 Application Form (available at any Public Service Department or www.gov.za)
Comprehensive CV
Certified copies of:
- ID
- Senior Certificate
- Highest qualification
(Note: Shortlisted candidates must submit certified documents before the interview date.)
Submit Applications to:
National Office Address:
- Postal: Private Bag X81, Pretoria, 0001
Enquiries:
Ms. Samantha Fisher: (012) 315 4843
Mr. Tokelo Moja: (012) 315 4847
Mr. Setshaba Mofokeng: (012) 315 1456
Important Notes:
Applications that do not meet requirements will be disqualified.
Pre-employment security screening will be conducted (citizenship, criminal record, credit history, and qualification verification).