Latest INTERNSHIP Opportunities | The Department of Correctional Services
| Job Title | Latest INTERNSHIP Opportunities | The Department of Correctional Services |
| Company | DPSA |
| Job Reference | HO 2026/06/04 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Intern |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-21T19:36 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-09T21:36 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 6000 - 8174.75 per year |
PSYCHOLOGY - Job Description
Introduction
The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies.
It is our intention to promote retrospectivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered.
Responsibilities
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a detailed CV should be attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Please send a separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference for each position you are interested in. Note: Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your 11 12 application is unsuccessful.
Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview.
This advertisement will also be used to create a database of eligible applicants, which may be utilised for future internship opportunities should the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) receive funding from the South African Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years. Applicants should note that the stipend for SASSETA-funded internships may differ from that of the Public Service Graduate Internship Programme funded by DCS. Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CVs should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts.
Required Qualifications
Degree in Psychology.
Job Benefits and Perks
STIPEND : R8 174.75 per month
How to Apply
Ms Motsepe RS Tel No: (012) 307 2176 / Ms Mamosadi NM Tel No: (012) 307
2078/ Ms Boroko VM Tel No: (012) 305 8188