Department of Employment and Labour (UIF) Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2028
Are you an unemployed South African graduate looking for valuable work experience in the public sector? The Department of Employment and Labour, through the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), is officially inviting qualifying applicants to apply for the UIF Graduate Internship Programme for the financial year 2027/2028 to 2029. This government internship scheme is designed to bridge the gap between academic qualifications and the professional workplace, offering hands-on training across various fields, including HR, IT, Internal Audit, Financial Management, Public Administration, Legal Services, and Communication. If you hold a relevant National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) and have never participated in any previous public or private sector internship, this is your opportunity to kickstart your career.
This comprehensive UIF Internship Scheme offers multiple entry-level positions across administrative, technical, and financial sub-directorates within the department. Candidates can apply for specialized roles such as IT Infrastructure, Risk Management, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Supply Chain, and Employee Relations using the respective Reference Numbers listed below. Each position provides a structured learning environment under experienced professionals, ensuring you gain critical skills, operational exposure, and enhanced employability. Read the full job requirements, reference details, and duty descriptions below to submit your application before the closing date.
Internship Overview
The Department of Employment and Labour would like to invite qualifying applicants to apply for Unemployment Insurance Fund Graduate Internship programme, for the Financial year 2027/2028 to 2029. The Graduate Programme is meant to provide work exposure to graduates in their fields of studies. The applicants must be unemployed, never participated in any Internship Programme (both Public or Private sector).
Available Internships
The following Internship Opportunities are open for Applications:
Internship: Office Of The Uif Commissioner
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3OUIC2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Secretariat Studies / Office Administration / Office Management / Management Assistant
Knowledge and Skills: Batho Pele Principles.Computer Literacy, Interpersonal, Communications, Listening, Customer Focused, Research and Analytical skills.
Duties: Provide secretarial/ receptionist support services in the office of the UIC. Render administrative support services in the office of the UIC. Provide support in the management of the Commissioner’s diary including the events calendar, arrange meetings and workshops
Internship: Audit / Governance Coordinator
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3AGC2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Internal Audit/Auditing/ Accounting
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge: Auditor General Processes and Procedures. Internal Audit Manual and Methodology Public Service Act (PSA). Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Labour Relations Act (LRA). Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Unemployment Insurance Amendment Act (UIA). Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA). Skills: Communication. Computer Literacy. Time Management. Interpersonal. Report Writing. Planning and Organizing. Analytical. Creative. Facilitation. Presentation.
Duties: Assist internal and external audit coordination. Provide assistance in requests from and external auditors Assist the implementation of Audit Action Plans. Provide assistance in the implementation of PROBITY process.
Internship: Compliance Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3CS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Internal Audit/Auditing/ Accounting
Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge: Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Labour Relation Act (LRA). Employment Equity Act (EEA). Skills: Report writing. Policy Analysis, Development and Management. Computer Literacy. Communication. Research Methodology. Analytical and Creativity. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Provide assistance in the implementation of the compliance universe. Provide assistance in conducting the compliance Risk Assessment. Assist in implementation of the compliance plan. Provide assistance in reviewing of policies and procedures in line with the compliance
Internship: Risk Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Risk Management / Internal Control / Corporate Governance / Compliance / Public Management / Public Administration
Knowledge and Skills: Risk Management Policies and Strategy. Batho Pele Principles. Anti – Fraud and Corruption Policies. Skills: Communication. Computer Literacy. Innovation/ Creative. Presentation. Report Writing. Time Management Organizing and Planning. Problem Solving
Duties: Render support service in the implementation of risk framework/ strategies. Participate in the conducting of research on aspects of risk. Provide support in the Risk Management programme through communication and training. Administer fraud account.
Internship: Internal Audit
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/IA2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Internal Auditing / Finance / Accounting / IT Auditing
Knowledge and Skills: Evidence gathering and Audit Execution. Internal Audit Process. Treasury Regulations and internal Audit Standards. Batho Pele Principles. Public Financial Management Act. Skills: Report writing. Computer Literacy. Communication. Research Methodology. Analytical and creativity. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and organizing
Duties: Render support in carrying out audit engagement planning. Participate in the development of audit projects. Provide internal audit administration support services. Provide assistance in examining audit progress
Internship: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/SPME2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Internal Audit / Forensic Audit / Economics / Accounting/ Accounting Science/ Commerce/ Development Studies/ Social Science/ Monitoring and Evaluation/ Business Management/ Business Administration
Knowledge and Skills: Policy Framework for the Government-Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System. Monitoring and Evaluation platform/ Principles. Monitoring and Evaluation Systems. Research Methodology. Skills: Communication. Computer Literacy. Innovative/ Creative. Presentation. Report writing. Time Management. Organizing and Planning. Financial Management. Problem Solving.
Duties: Administer appropriate governance to support the Fund’s strategy development process. Assist in the implementation of monitoring and evaluation framework. Facilitate the evaluation and analysis of service delivery
Internship: Research and Policy Development
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RPD2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Development Studies/ Social Science/ Monitoring and Evaluation/ Business Management/ Business Administration/ Public Administration
Knowledge and Skills: Policy Framework for the Government-Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System. Monitoring and Evaluation platform/ Principles. Monitoring and Evaluation Systems. Research Methodology. Skills: Report writing. Policy Analysis, Development and Management. Computer Literacy. Communication. Research Methodology. Analytical and Creativity. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Render support in conducting policy research and policy analysis for UIF. Participate in the development, monitoring and review of policies, strategies, frameworks and guidelines in UIF. Render assistance in administrative support to the Sub-directorate
Internship: Administrator Office Of The CIO
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CIO2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Secretariat Studies/ Office Administration and Office Management/ Management Assistant
Knowledge and Skills: Batho Pele Principles. Skills: Computer Literacy, Interpersonal, Communications, Listening, Customer Focused, Research and Analytical skills.
Duties: Provide secretarial/ receptionist support services in the office of the CIO. Render administrative support services in the office of the CIO. Provide assistance in the management of the CIO’s diary including the events calendar, arrange meetings and workshops
Internship: IT Projects
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITP2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Project Management
Knowledge and Skills: Application of research methodology. Quality management principles and processes. Project Management principles and methodologies. Project Management Information System. Skills: Problem solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication Computer Literacy. Reporting Writing. Numeracy.
Duties: Coordinate delivery of projects within the Fund. Facilitate project deliverables in line with the Fund strategic objectives, quality standards and expectations. Coordinate project/programme quality management.
Internship: IT Business Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITBS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology/ Computer Science / Information Systems/ Informatics / Computer Systems Engineering
Knowledge and Skills: State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Processes. Infrastructure and Network Architecture Design. Electronic Communication Transaction Act. Electronic Document Management System. Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS). Skills: Communication (Witten and Verbal). Presentation. Computer Literacy. Analytical. Problem Solving. Report Writing. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Provide desktop support and computer systems. Prepare hardware and workstation support for users. Provide support in maintaining maximum access of Technology equipment. Support functioning of technology
Internship: IT Infrastructure Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITIS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems / Informatics / Computer Systems Engineering
Knowledge and Skills: Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (ECTA). Cybercrimes Act. National Archives and Records Service Act. Skills: Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Analytical. Communication Skills Both Written and Verbal. Ability to influence. Computer Literacy. Report Writing.
Duties: Provide support in installation, configuration, maintenance of LAN and WAN (Local. Area Network, Wide Area Network). Provide support in network monitoring functions (LAN and WAN). Support in planning and providing technical expertise
Internship: IT Business Application
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITBA2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems / Informatics / Computer Systems Engineering
Knowledge and Skills: Protection of Personal Information (POPIA). Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). Electronic Communication and Transactions Act (ECTA). Cybercrimes Act. National Archives and Records Services Act Skills: Communications (Written and Verbal). Presentation. Computer Literacy. Analytical. Problem Solving. Report Writing. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Provide support in Process Improvement through systems implementation. Participate in customizing Business Application processes. Provide support in Business Application processes. Provide support in gathering and document Business Application improvement requirements
Internship: ICT Risk and Security
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ICTRS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems /. Informatics / Computer Systems Engineering
Knowledge and Skills: Protection of Personal Information (POPIA). Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA). Electronic Communication and Transactions Act (ECTA). Cybercrimes Act. National Archives and Records Services Act. Skills: Financial Management. Communication (Written and Verbal). Presentation. Computer Literacy. Analytical. Problem Solving. Report Writing. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Support in developing and implement information security policies, procedures and standards.. Provide support in ensuring availability of business – critical Information Communication Technology services and applications. Provide support in monitoring and evaluate Information Communication Technology risk and policy compliance. Provide Support in the development, Implementation and maintenance of Business Continuation and disaster recovery plan.
Internship: Administrator Office Of The Director
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/AOD2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Secretariat Studies/ Office Administration and Office Management/ Management Assistant
Knowledge and Skills: Batho Pele Principles. Skills: Computer Literacy, Interpersonal, Communications, Listening, Customer Focused, Research and Analytical skills
Duties: Provide secretarial/ receptionist support services in the office of the Director. Render administrative support services in the office of the Director. Provide assistance in the management of the Director’s diary including the events calendar, arrange meetings and workshops.
Internship: Human Resource Practices
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/HRP2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Human Resource Management/ Public Management/ Public Administration/ Organizational Psychology/ Industrial Psychology
Knowledge and Skills: PERSAL. HR information management systems. Skills: Communication Computer literacy. Innovative/ Creative. Presentation. Report writing. Time management. Organizing and Planning.
Duties: Assist in administration of service benefits and service conditions. Conduct recruitment, selection and placement process and implement employment equity plan. Maintain personnel records and staff establishment..
Internship: Employee Relations
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ER2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Labour Relations/ Human Resource Management/ LLB
Knowledge and Skills: Public Financial Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Regulations (PSR) Public Service Act (PSA). Labour Relations Act (LRA). Employment Equity Act (EEA). PSCBC and CCMA Procedure. Skills: Negotiation, Problem solving, Presentation, Planning and Organizing, Communication, Computer literacy, Report writing.
Duties: Provide support in handling all Labour relations cases in the Fund (i.e grievance, misconduct and Labour disputes). Provide support in the implementation of Labour Relations Act. Policies, guidelines, procedures and provide advice thereof. Support in representing the department in conciliations, arbitration and bargaining chambers (under supervision).
Internship: Employee Health And Welness Programme
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/EHWP2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Social Work/ Psychology
Knowledge and Skills: Employee Health Wellness Programs. Mental Health Care. Occupational Health and Safety Act. Departmental policies and procedures. Skills: Counselling. Motivational. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication. Computer Literacy. Report Writing. Creativity. Numeracy.
Duties: Provide support in the management of Employee Health and Wellness programmes. Provide assistance in the management of HIV/ AIDS, TB Programmes and chronic illness. Provide assistance in the management of Health and Productivity programmes.
Internship: Diversity Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Social Sciences/ Gender Studies/ Youth Studies
Knowledge and Skills: Public Service Act and Regulations (PSAR). Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Public Financial Management (PFMA). Departmental policies and procedures. Human Resource Management Policies. Code of Ethics. Batho Pele Principles. Skills. Communication (Verbal and written). Organizational Skills. Negotiation skills. People Management. Interpersonal skills. Presentation skills. Report Writing skills. Planning and organizing. Computer Literacy.
Duties: Provide support in implementing Gender, Disability, Youth and diversity management programmes within the Fund. Participate in Gender, Disability and Youth Forums within the Fund. Assistant in promoting mainstreaming, development and empowerment of woman, youth and people with disabilities.
Internship: Occupational Health And Safety
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/OHS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Occupational Health and Safety/ Health and Safety/ Safety Management/ Environmental Management/ Environmental Health
Knowledge and Skills: Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Labour Relation Act (LRA). Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA). Public Finance Management. Act (PFMA). Code of Ethics. Batho Pele Principles. Safety procedure guidelines. Fire equipment standards prevention. Procedures. Disaster Management. All Labour Legislations. Skills. People Management. Problem Solving. Presentation Planning and Organizing Analytical skills. Communications. Computer Literacy. Report Writing. Creativity.
Duties: Assist in maintaining Health, Safety and Security of Staff in all UIF buildings. Assist in monitoring the implementation of the requirements for SHE (Safety Health and Environment) Programme. Assistant in verifying Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk assessments. Participate in OHS Investigations at UIF buildings.
Internship: Training And Development
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/TD2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Management of Training/ Human Resource Development/ Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Knowledge and Skills: Public Financial Management (PFMA) Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Skills. Communication. Computer Literacy. Time management. Negotiation. Presentation. Problem Solving. Planning and Organizing. Report Writing
Duties: Provide Learnership and internships functions program. Implement bursary programs. Provide induction and orientation programs in the fund. Implementation of human resource development and workplace skills plan programs (AET, MDP). Assist in implementation of business training.
Internship: Employee Performance Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/EPM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Human Resource Management/Public Management/ Public Administration / Human Resource Development/ Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Knowledge and Skills: Human Resource Management. Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Performance Management System (PMS). Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Skills: Time Management. Communication. Computer Literacy. Interpersonal. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Participate in the implementation of Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) for the Fund. Render support to the Fund’s Performance Structures. Participate in the capturing of Performance Management documents on PERSAL. Assist in providing Performance and Development System advice and guidance
Internship: Organizational Development, Business Process And Change Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ODBPRCM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Management Services/ Production Management/ Operations Management / Industrial Engineering/ Work-Study/ Industrial and organizational Psychology
Knowledge and Skills: Organizational Development relating prescription. Change Management strategy. Business Processes related prescripts. Skills: Communication. Computer Literacy. Time Management. Negotiation. Presentation. Problem Solving. Planning and Organization. Report writing.
Duties: Perform organizational design services in the Fund. Develop, review and update Business Processes and SOP’s for Fund. Provide support in change management initiatives within the Fund.
Internship: Legal Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Law / Paralegal Studies
Knowledge and Skills: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Treasury Regulations. Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA). Promotion of Administration Justice Act (PAJA). Law of evidence. Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA). The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Constitutional Law. Labour Relations Act (LRA). Criminal Procedure Act. Litigation Procedures. Skills: Communications. Computer Literacy. Time Management. Negotiation. Presentation. Problem Solving. Planning and Organising. Report Writing
Duties: Provide Legal advice and support to the Fund under supervision of the Senior Legal Admin Officer. Provide support in handling of litigation for and on behalf of the Fund. Provide assistance in drafting of legal documents (legislation, policies, regulations, contracts, memorandum of understanding, service level agreements and other legal bidding documents etc) for the Fund. Provide support in processing of sections for Benefit Applications under supervision of the Senior Legal Officer. Provide general legal administrative support.
Internship: Board Services And Case Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BSCM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Business Management / Office Management
Knowledge and Skills: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Treasury Regulations, Basic Accounting Systems (BAS). Minutes writing. Relevant legislation/ policies/ prescripts and procedures. Department’s policies and relevant procedures. Skills: Computer Literacy. Interpersonal. Communications (verbal and written). Listening. Analytical skills. Problem Solving. Presentation. Report writing. Planning and organising.
Duties: Provide assistance in UIF national appeal cases referred by provinces. Provide Assistance with Secretariat, administration and support services to the Board and its Committees. Provide assistance in technical/ general support on enquiries referred to the Board and its Committees. Assist in supply chain management process, logistical arrangement and maintenance of the asset register.
Internship: Corporate Governance
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CG2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Corporate Governance/ Business Management/ Administration/ Auditing/ Law
Knowledge and Skills: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Unemployment Insurance Act and Regulations (UIAR). Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA). Skills: Computer Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organising. Analytical Skills. Communication (Both Written and Verbal). Ability to influence. Computer Literacy. Report Writing. Time Management. Numeracy
Duties: Provide administrative support in the implementation of Corporate Governance Charters for Committees in the Fund. Support research on corporate governance best practices. Assist in maintaining the effectiveness of corporate governance structures in the Fund. Provide support in legislative compliance and audit coordination processes.
Internship: Communication and Marketing
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/COM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Journalism / Communication/ Public Relations/ Marketing Management/ Media studies/ Web Graphic Design/ Multimedia
Knowledge and Skills: Public Financial Management Act (PFMA). Promotion of Access to Information (PAIA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Skills: Branding Management. Branding Principles. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organising. Communication (both written and verbal). Computer Literacy. Innovation and creative. Analytical.
Duties: Administer marketing and events for the Fund. Provide support in effective stakeholder relations. Assist in coordinating media relations and monitor the activities for the Fund. Assist in providing effective publications for the Fund.
Internship: Demand And Acquisition
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DA2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Logistics Management/ Purchasing Management/ Procurement Management
Knowledge and Skills: Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organising. Communication. Computer Literacy. Report writing. Numeracy.
Duties: Render demand management services. Render acquisition management services. Render logistics management services
Internship: Maintenance Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/MM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Property Management / Facilities Management/ Real Estate Management / Public Management/ Public Administration/ Business Management/ Business Administration
Knowledge and Skills: Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and organizing. Communication. Computer Literacy. Report writing. Numeracy.
Duties: Render facilities management services. Render office automation services. Render telecommunication and reception services.
Internship: Records Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Archives Records Management/ Public Management/ Public Administration/ Information Science
Knowledge and Skills: National Archives and Records Service of South Africa Act. Promotion of the Access to Information Act (PAIA). Public Service Regulations (PSR). Public Service Act (PSA). Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Skills: Record Management. Financial Management. Analytical. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication (Verbal and Written). Computer Literacy. Report Writing Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication (Verbal and Written). Computer Literacy. Report Writing
Duties: Provide support in the implementation of record-keeping systems and control mechanisms. Provide support in the implementation of records management systems (the provision of storage and custody of records). Implement the disposal of records in accordance with National Archives and Records Services of South Africa Act.
Internship: Asset And Fleet Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/AFM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Accounting/ Logistics Management/ Purchasing Management/ Transport Management
Knowledge and Skills: Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication. Computer Literacy. Report Writing. Numeracy.
Duties: Provide support in rendering fleet administration support services. Provide assistance with the assets administration support services. Provide assistance in rendering travel services.
Internship: Revenue Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/REVM2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Cost and Management Accounting / Accounting / Accountancy / Public Finance Management
Knowledge and Skills: Public Finance Management. Relevant Financial Systems. Reconciliation Processes. Batho Pele Principles Generally Recognized Accounting Principles (GRAP), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Skills: Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication (Verbal and written). Computer Literacy. Report Writing Creativity. Numeracy
Duties: Provide support in maintaining debtors accounts and collect outstanding contributions. Provide assistance with the maintenance of SARS & Sundry debtors records and make follow up on the outstanding sundry payments, Provide assistance with allocating non-SARS unallocated electronic contributions to debtor’s accounts.
Internship: Budget
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/B2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Accounting Sciences/ Financial Management/ Commerce
Knowledge and Skills: Generally Recognised Accounting Practices (GRAP). Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Public Service Act (PSA). National Treasury MTEF Guidelines. Treasury Regulations. Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA). Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA). International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Skills: Communication (both verbal and written). Financial Management. Computer Literacy. Time Management. Creative. Report Writing. Planning and Organising. Analytical. Numeracy
Duties: Administer effective budget process in the Fund. Provide support in the budget, governance and compliance. Assist in preparing budget reports. Provide support in external/ internal reports
Internship: Bank Reconciliation
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BR2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Accounting/ Auditing/ Business Information Systems/ Economics
Knowledge and Skills: Financial delegations, processes and policies of UIF. Financial Management principles and Financial Management Directives from the Treasury. Batho Pele Principles. Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP). Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Skills: Communication (both verbal and written). Computer Literacy. Time Management. Interpersonal. Report Writing. Planning and Organizing. Analytical. Numeracy.
Duties: Administer manual and electronic bank reconciliation services. Provide support in maintaining bank accounts on general ledger. Assist in identifying unauthorised and fraudulent transactions on the bank statements. Provide administrative support services.
Internship: AP Claims Creditors
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/APCC2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Accounting/ Cost and Management Accounting/ Financial Management/ Public Finance Management/ Business Management/ Economics/ Auditing
Knowledge and Skills: Financial delegations, processes and policies of UIF. Financial Management Principles and Financial Management Directives from Treasury. Batho Pele Principles Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP). Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA). Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA). Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA). Skills: Communication (both verbal and written). Financial Management. Training and Coaching. Diversity Management Problem Solving. Presentation. Computer Literacy. Time Management. Interpersonal. Report Writing. Planning and Organising. Analytical. Numeracy
Duties: Administer daily payments of approved benefit claims to eligible beneficiaries. Provide support in the verification of open vouchers. Assist in gathering information for financial report on benefits payments. Provide support in validating beneficiary claims.
Internship: AP Trade Creditors Internship
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/APTC2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Financial Accounting/ Cost and Management Accounting/ Financial Management
Knowledge and Skills: Public Service Act and Regulations. Basic Conditions of Employment Act Labour Relations Act. Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP). Relevant Financial Systems HR System (PERSAL). Skills: Computer Literacy, Communications. Interpersonal. Analytical Skills, Time Management. Accounting Report Writing. Creative. Financial Management. Planning and Organising
Duties: Processing and payment of internal and external invoices within 30 days of receipt by the Fund. Provision of administrative support for petty cash EFT. Reconciliation of the Accounts Payable sub-module against the general ledger. Processing and payment of DEL claims
Internship: Compliance Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Accounting/ Internal Auditing / Auditing
Knowledge and Skills: Treasury Regulations. Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP). Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (GAAP). Debtors Management. Diversity Management. Skills: Problem solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication. Computer literacy. Report writing. Numeracy
Duties: Coordinate the provision of support to employer audit services in Provincial Offices. Administer debtor’s information and identity non-compliance. Coordinate declaration and contribution information. Facilitate the evaluation and monitoring of employer audit services.
Internship: Business Operations Statistics
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BOS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Information Technology/ Computer Science/ Information Systems / Operations Management/ Operations Research
Knowledge and Skills: Public Finance Management (PFMA), Electronic Document Management System, Public Service Regulations (PSR), Public Service Act (PSA), SITA MIS, Database & Data Security Policy, System Development and Database Management, Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS), Promotion of access to Information Act (PAIA). Skills: Communications, Listening, Computer Literacy, Time Management, Analytical, Negotiation, Report writing, Planning and Organizing, Computer Programming.
Duties: Provide support on the Implementation of business operations statistics. Provide assistance in analysing information collected in an enquiry. Provide assistance on the maintenance of business operations statistics database.
Internship Provincial Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/PS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Operations Management/ Operations Research/ Public Management/ Business Administration/ Public Administration/ Administrative Management/ Finance
Knowledge and Skills: Problem solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing. Communication. Computer Literacy. Report writing. Numeracy.
Duties: Assist in coordination of operation system support to all relevant users in the Fund. Provide support in statistic information services for provincial operations. Provide administrative support in operations support services to provinces
Internship: Operation Systems Support Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/OSSS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Operations Management/ Computer Science/ Informatics
Knowledge and Skills: Operations Systems. Systems Development and Database Management. Skills: Report writing. Computer Literacy. Communication. Research Methodology. Analytical and Creativity. Problem Solving. Presentation. Planning and Organizing.
Duties: Administer the registration of new users on the operational system. Maintain user management on the operational system. Administer operational system on calls logged.
Internship: Declarations And Call Centre Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DCCS2026/UIF
Requirements: National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7) in: Contact Centre Management/ Business Management/ Business Administration/ Administration Management/ Public Administration/ Financial Management
Knowledge and Skills: Unemployment Insurance Act and Regulations. Unemployment Insurance Contribution Act. Batho Pele Principles. Call Centre Operating System. Skills: Computer Literacy. Communication (Verbal and written). Listening. Interpersonal. Customer Focused. Telephone Etiquette
Duties: Support inbound and outbound call services. Support helpdesk services. Support maintenance of employer database.
How to Apply Online for Internship Programme 2026 / 2027 / 2028
Applications must be submitted with a Z83 form (Download pdf / Editable Z83 form) and must be accompanied by recently updated CV. Please indicate the Reference number, Position and Area/Centre on your application form.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of an ID documents, qualifications, and recent academic transcripts / records.
Department: Department of Employment and Labour
Position name: Use position applied for
Reference No: Use the reference of the position applied for
NB. Use the Email given to send your Applications
Internship: Office Of The Uif Commissioner
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3OUIC2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern01@labour.gov.za
Internship: Audit / Governance Coordinator
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3AGC2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern02@labour.gov.za
Internship: Compliance Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3CS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern03@labour.gov.za
Internship: Risk Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern04@labour.gov.za
Internship: Internal Audit
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/IA2026/UIFSend Applications to: UIF-Intern05@labour.gov.za
Internship: Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/SPME2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern06@labour.gov.za
Internship: Research and Policy Development
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RPD2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern07@labour.gov.za
Internship: Administrator Office Of The CIO
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CIO2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern08@labour.gov.za
Internship: IT Projects
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITP2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern09@labour.gov.za
Internship: IT Business Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITBS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern10@labour.gov.za
Internship: IT Infrastructure Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITIS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern11@labour.gov.za
Internship: IT Business Application
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ITBA2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern12@labour.gov.za
Internship: ICT Risk and Security
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ICTRS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern13@labour.gov.za
Internship: Administrator Office Of The Director
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/AOD2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern14@labour.gov.za
Internship: Human Resource Practices
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/HRP2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern15@labour.gov.za
Internship: Employee Relations
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ER2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern16@labour.gov.za
Internship: Employee Health And Welness Programme
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/EHWP2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern17@labour.gov.za
Internship: Diversity Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern18@labour.gov.za
Internship: Occupational Health And Safety
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/OHS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern19@labour.gov.za
Internship: Training And Development
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/TD2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern20@labour.gov.za
Internship: Employee Performance Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/EPM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern21@labour.gov.za
Internship: Organizational Development, Business Process And Change Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/ODBPRCM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern22@labour.gov.za
Internship: Legal Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern23@labour.gov.za
Internship: Board Services And Case Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BSCM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern24@labour.gov.za
Internship: Corporate Governance
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CG2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern25@labour.gov.za
Internship: Communication and Marketing
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/COM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern26@labour.gov.za
Internship: Demand And Acquisition
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DA2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern27@labour.gov.za
Internship: Maintenance Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/MM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern28@labour.gov.za
Internship: Records Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/RM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern29@labour.gov.za
Internship: Asset And Fleet Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/AFM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern30@labour.gov.za
Internship: Revenue Management
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/REVM2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern31@labour.gov.za
Internship: Budget
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/B2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern32@labour.gov.za
Internship: Bank Reconciliation
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BR2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern33@labour.gov.za
Internship: AP Claims Creditors
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/APCC2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern34@labour.gov.za
Internship: AP Trade Creditors Internship
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/APTC2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern35@labour.gov.za
Internship: Compliance Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/CS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern37@labour.gov.za
Internship: Business Operations Statistics
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/BOS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern38@labour.gov.za
Internship Provincial Support
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/PS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern39@labour.gov.za
Internship: Operation Systems Support Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/OSSS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern40@labour.gov.za
Internship: Declarations And Call Centre Services
Reference No: HR4/4/1/3/DCCS2026/UIF
Send Applications to: UIF-Intern41@labour.gov.za