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The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) offers a structured Graduate Internship Programme for 2025/2026, designed to provide unemployed South African graduates with practical work experience and professional development. The programme runs for 24 months and is open to youth up to 34 years old, with a particular encouragement for women and persons with disabilities to apply.

Internships are available at the Head Office as well as in rural and metro districts across the Western Cape, covering a wide range of fields such as Human Resources, Finance, Public Administration, Psychology, Supply Chain, Internal Audit, and more.

Popular Internship and Career Roles at WCED

The WCED Graduate Internship Programme 2025/2027 and other initiatives, such as eLearning internships, provide unemployed graduates with 24-month opportunities to gain practical experience in education, administration, and specialized fields. As of May 2025, approximately 10–20 internship positions are estimated to be available, based on recent advertisements on StudentRoom.co.za for roles in office management, digital content, and administration.

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The WCED prioritizes diversity, encouraging applications from youth (up to 34 years), women, people with disabilities, and designated groups (Black, Coloured, Indian candidates) under employment equity policies.

Common internship roles suitable for minimal or no experience include:

• Education Assistant: Supports teachers with classroom tasks and learner supervision (e.g., Metro South schools).

• Administrative Intern: Handles data entry, filing, and office coordination (e.g., Head Office, Cape Town).

• Financial Accounting Intern: Assists with budgeting and financial reporting.

• eLearning Intern (Digital Content): Develops digital educational content (e.g., WCED Head Office).

• Office Management Intern: Supports administrative operations in district offices.

Salaries and Stipends for WCED Internships and Careers

WCED internships offer tax-free stipends, reflecting South Africa’s cost of living in the Western Cape. Below are approximate stipend ranges for internships as of 2025, based on web sources and regional trends:

• Education Assistant: R5,000–R7,500 per month (approx. R60,000–R90,000 annually).

• Administrative Intern: R5,000–R7,450.75 per month (approx. R60,000–R89,409 annually).

• Financial Accounting Intern: R6,000–R7,450.75 per month (approx. R72,000–R89,409 annually).

• eLearning Intern (Digital Content): R6,000–R7,450.75 per month (approx. R72,000–R89,409 annually).

• Office Management Intern: R5,000–R7,450.75 per month (approx. R60,000–R89,409 annually).

These estimates align with a confirmed stipend of R7,450.75/month for the 2025/2027 Graduate Internship Programme and earlier reports of R6,083.70/month, adjusted for inflation. Stipends vary by role and duration (typically 24 months). Benefits include mentorship, professional development, and potential pathways to permanent roles, but typically exclude health insurance or paid leave due to the temporary nature of internships.

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Requirements for WCED Internships and Careers

WCED internships target unemployed graduates with minimal qualifications. General requirements include:

• Education:

  • Education Assistant: Grade 12/Matric certificate; a diploma or degree in Education or related fields is an advantage.

  • Administrative/Office Management/eLearning Intern: National Diploma (NQF 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, or related fields.

  • Financial Accounting Intern: National Diploma (NQF 6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Accounting, Financial Management, or Commerce.

Experience: No prior work experience required (<6 months). Candidates must not have previously participated in the WCED Graduate Internship Programme. On-the-job training provided (e.g., digital content creation, administrative skills).

How to Apply for WCED Internships and Careers

Application Process

1. Visit Official Portals:

   • WCED Careers Portal: wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za (primary platform for internship applications, via the E-Recruitment System).

   • South African Government Jobs: www.gov.za or www.dpsa.gov.za (for broader public sector opportunities).