National Treasury Internship Programme 2026


South Africa | Pretoria

The National Treasury Internship Programme 2026 offers graduates a structured opportunity to gain valuable public service work experience while contributing to national development. The programme supports employment equity and encourages applications from persons living with disabilities. National Treasury buildings are fully accessible.


Internship Programme Overview

  • Programme Duration: 24 Months
  • Period: 01 April 2026 – 31 March 2028
  • Stipend: R134 749 per annum (all-inclusive)
  • Location: Pretoria
  • Divisions: Various divisions within the National Treasury


Important Dates

  • Closing Date: 12 January 2026 at 12:00 (Midday)

Late applications will not be considered.


How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the National Treasury eRecruitment System

Important Application Notes

  • All applicants must register and complete a full profile on the eRecruitment system
  • The online profile serves as the official Z83 equivalent
  • Incomplete profiles will result in disqualification
  • Required documents to upload:
    • ID document
    • Qualifications (including Matric certificate)
    • Academic transcripts
  • Documents do not need to be certified at application stage (certification required before interviews)
  • Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA at the applicant’s own cost

If no response is received within 3 months after closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.


Assessment & Compliance

  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
    • A technical assessment
    • An integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
  • Criminal, citizenship, qualification, and background checks will be conducted
  • The National Treasury does not support the use of AI in recruitment assessments
  • Applications found to use AI dishonestly will be disqualified
  • POPIA compliance applies

Employment Equity

Appointments will be made in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the National Treasury.


Available Internship Categories & Posts

Asset & Liability Management Internships

Posts 45/113 – 45/119
Fields include:
Marketing Management, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, Development Economics, Risk Management


Budget Office Internships

Posts 45/120 – 45/122
Fields include:
Economics, Econometrics, Financial Management, Computer Science, Data Management


Corporate Services Internships

Posts 45/123 – 45/130
Fields include:
Media & Communications, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Human Resources, Public Administration, Office Administration


Economic Policy & International Cooperation

Post 45/131
Fields: Economics, Econometrics


Intergovernmental Relations Internships

Posts 45/132 – 45/136
Fields include:
Accounting, Economics, Data Science, Law, Computer Science, Public Management


Office of the Accountant-General

Posts 45/137 – 45/141
Fields include:
Accounting, Internal Audit, Forensic Auditing, Financial Management


Office of the Chief Procurement Officer

Posts 45/142 – 45/148
Fields include:
Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Information Systems, Data Science


Office of the Director-General

Posts 45/149 – 45/157
Fields include:
Public Administration, Accounting, Financial Management, Supply Chain, Risk Management, Internal Audit


Office of the General Counsel

Posts 45/158 – 45/162
Fields: Law (LLB, LLM)


Public Finance Internships

Posts 45/163 – 45/168
Fields include:
Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Sociology


Tax & Financial Sector Policy

Post 45/169
Fields:
Tax Law, Environmental Law, Taxation


Enquiries


Final Note

The National Treasury reserves the right to withdraw, delay, or not fill any advertised post.


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