The South African Police Service hereby invites unemployed graduates who conform to the requirements for a twelve (12) month Graduate Recruitment Scheme at All 9 Provinces . The Graduate Recruitment Scheme is part of the National Human Resource Development Strategy and the National Skills Development Strategy.

This initiative is designed to equip graduates with valuable workplace exposure and practical skills in various fields within the South African Police Service. By participating in the programme, interns will not only gain hands-on experience but also play a role in supporting community safety and service delivery. The scheme serves as a stepping stone for young professionals to build confidence, strengthen their career prospects, and potentially secure permanent employment in government or related industries.

Generic requirements:

*Be a South African citizen

*Must be in possession of National Senior Certificate / National Certificate Vocational (level4)

*Must have no previous criminal conviction(s) or case(s) pending

*Applicants must be unemployed, never employed in the field of the advertised post and never participated in an internship programme relevant to the field of the post

* Applicants must be residents of the Province where the post is advertised

*Applicants are restricted to apply for only three (3) posts and complete a separate application form for each post reference number.

NB: STIPEND FOR EACH CATEGORY WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE

DIVISIONAL COMMISSIONER: HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT: SOUTH

AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE.

Intern categories with minimum requirements:

Graduate Intern: Tertiary Qualification is required (Statement of Results must be attached).

Student Intern: Practical experience required by the Tertiary Institution for learners to finalise their qualification (a letter from the Institution not older than two (2) years must be attached).

To apply : https://www.saps.gov.za/careers/internships.php


This program offers recent graduates in South Africa a unique chance to obtain real-world work experience while advancing the nation's development and safety. The SAPS Graduate Recruitment Scheme attempts to address the difficulties that many recent graduates encounter when they enter the workforce, particularly if they have no prior work experience. Participants can gain important professional skills that increase their competitiveness in the larger labor market by taking advantage of the structured learning environment.

Along with the experience, interns gain from working in a government agency that is structured and values leadership, teamwork, and discipline. These soft skills are transferable to many career paths, not only within law enforcement but also in other fields such as administration, criminology, community development, and even private sector security services. The exposure gained in SAPS can therefore serve as a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

Graduates and students who are interested are encouraged to carefully prepare their applications and ensure all required documents are attached. Since competition for these internships is often high, applicants should pay attention to detail when completing forms and highlight their passion for public service. Staying updated on SAPS career opportunities can also open doors to future employment in permanent positions once candidates have proven their capabilities during the internship period.