Government Printing Works Internships 2027: 45 Graduate Posts Available
Government Printing Works Internships 2027: 45 Graduate Posts Available
South African graduates looking for an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience can now apply for the Government Printing Works Internships 2027/2029.
Government Printing Works (GPW) is inviting applications from qualifying unemployed South African graduates for its 24-month Graduate Internship Programme. A total of 45 internship positions are available across a wide range of fields, including finance, human resources, supply chain management, information technology, engineering, communications, law, graphic design, public administration and occupational health and safety.
Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R8 174.75. Most of the internships are based in Pretoria, Gauteng, while two Sales internship positions are based in East London, Eastern Cape.
The closing date for applications is 19 October 2026.
Government Printing Works Internships 2027 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Government Printing Works |
| Programme | Graduate Internship Programme 2027/2029 |
| Number of Opportunities | 45 Posts |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Stipend | R8 174.75 per month |
| Locations | Pretoria and East London |
| Target Group | Unemployed South African graduates |
| Closing Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Hand-Delivered Applications | Close at 16:00 |
| Online Applications | Close at 23:59 |
The internship programme is designed to help graduates gain practical workplace experience relevant to their qualifications while working alongside experienced professionals.
Available Government Printing Works Internship Opportunities
Most positions are based in Pretoria unless otherwise stated.
| Internship | Reference Number | Posts | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strategic Sourcing | GPW2026/01 | 2 | Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management |
| Contract Management | GPW2026/02 | 2 | Degree in Supply Chain Management or Procurement |
| Financial Services | GPW2026/03 | 4 | National Diploma or Degree in Financial Accounting |
| Asset and Inventory Management | GPW2026/04 | 1 | Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or Accounting Management |
| Facilities Management | GPW2026/05 | 2 | Public Administration, Public Management or facilities-related qualification |
| Contracts and Litigation | GPW2026/06 | 1 | LLB or Paralegal qualification |
| Enterprise Risk Management | GPW2026/07 | 1 | Risk Management, Law, Business Management, Finance or Commerce |
| Internal Audit | GPW2026/08 | 1 | Internal Auditing or Accounting Science |
| Office of the CEO | GPW2026/09 | 1 | Public Management, Public Administration, Office Management or Business Management |
| Office of the GM: Corporate Services | GPW2026/10 | 1 | Office Management and Technology |
| Office of the GM: Operations | GPW2026/11 | 1 | Public Management, Public Administration, Office Management and Technology or Operations Management |
| Communications | GPW2026/12 | 1 | Communication, Marketing or Media Studies |
| E-Gazette Contact Centre | GPW2026/13 | 1 | Contact Centre Management or related qualification |
| Demand Planning | GPW2026/14 | 1 | Logistics or Supply Chain Management |
| Operations Planning | GPW2026/15 | 1 | Operations Management, Production or Project Management |
| Sales: Regional Warehouse East London | GPW2026/16 | 2 | Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Management or Public Administration |
| Digitalization | GPW2026/17 | 1 | IT, Software Programming, Computer Systems, Engineering, Printing or Technology Management |
| Technical Technology Support: Quality, Health and Safety | GPW2026/18 | 1 | Quality Management, Operations Management, Engineering or Printing |
| Technical Technology Support: Technology Planning | GPW2026/19 | 1 | Industrial or Chemical Engineering |
| Rubber Stamps | GPW2026/20 | 1 | Graphic Design or Desktop Publishing |
| Security Management | GPW2026/21 | 1 | Security Management |
| Integrity Management and Investigations | GPW2026/22 | 1 | Investigation, Policing, Law or Social Sciences |
| Strategy Planning and Monitoring | GPW2026/23 | 2 | Public Administration, Public Management or Business Management |
| Enterprise Portfolio Management Office | GPW2026/24 | 1 | ICT or Project Management |
| Knowledge Management | GPW2026/25 | 1 | Information Science, Information Management or Records Management |
| ID and Passport Factory | GPW2026/26 | 1 | Industrial Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering |
| Paper Stores Central | GPW2026/27 | 1 | Supply Chain Management or Logistics Management |
| Equipment Maintenance | GPW2026/28 | 1 | Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering |
| Service Maintenance | GPW2026/29 | 1 | Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current |
| Employee Benefits and Administration | GPW2026/30 | 1 | Human Resources Management or Public Administration |
| Talent Management | GPW2026/31 | 1 | Human Resource Development, Management of Training or Human Resources Management |
| Performance Management and Development System | GPW2026/32 | 1 | Human Resource Development, Management of Training or Human Resources Management |
| Organisational Development and Change Management | GPW2026/33 | 1 | Work Study, Operations Management, Management Services, Production Management or Industrial Psychology |
| Recruitment and Selection | GPW2026/34 | 1 | Human Resource Management |
| Labour Relations | GPW2026/35 | 1 | Labour Relations or Labour Law |
| Employee Health and Wellness | GPW2026/36 | 1 | Social Work or Psychology |
| Occupational Health and Safety | GPW2026/37 | 1 | Safety Management or an OHS-related qualification |
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be unemployed.
- Have the relevant qualification required for the internship being applied for.
- Not have previously participated in an internship programme.
- Submit a separate application for each internship position they apply for.
- Use the correct internship title and reference number.
Applicants with foreign qualifications are responsible for having their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority.
What Will Successful Interns Do?
Successful interns will receive practical training and workplace exposure relevant to their area of study.
Interns may be expected to:
- Participate in day-to-day workplace activities.
- Assist with departmental projects.
- Take part in capacity-building initiatives.
- Gain practical experience related to their qualification.
- Work under the supervision of experienced professionals.
- Support administrative or technical functions depending on the placement.
The programme can help graduates strengthen their CVs and gain practical experience before applying for permanent employment opportunities.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- A completed and signed new Z83 Application Form.
- A detailed CV.
Certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents should not be submitted with the initial application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and supporting documents before or on the day of the interview.
For electronic applications, candidates should attach only the completed Z83 form and CV.
The combined attachment size should not exceed 2MB.
Pictures, snapshots, ZIP files, IMG files and JPEG documents will not be accepted as application attachments.
How to Apply for Government Printing Works Internships 2027
Each internship has its own application process and reference number.
Applicants must make sure they apply for the correct internship and quote the relevant reference number.
Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each internship.
Applicants who choose to hand-deliver their applications can submit them to:
Government Printing Works
389 Sophie De Bruyn Street
Pretoria
Gauteng
South Africa
Applications submitted by fax will not be accepted.
Important Application Information
Applicants are encouraged to carefully check their applications before submitting them.
Make sure that:
- The new Z83 form is used.
- The Z83 form is completed and signed.
- The correct internship title is included.
- The correct reference number is quoted.
- A detailed CV is attached.
- Separate applications are submitted for different internship positions.
- Applications are submitted before the deadline.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates may also undergo personnel suitability checks as part of the recruitment process.
Enquiries
For enquiries about the Government Printing Works Graduate Internship Programme, applicants can contact:
Mr K. Molaba / Ms M. Molebale
Human Resources Development
Telephone:
(012) 764 3931
(012) 748 6294
Government Printing Works Internship Closing Date
The closing date is:
19 October 2026
Hand-delivered applications must be submitted by 16:00.
Online applications must be submitted by 23:59 on the closing date.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early and avoid waiting until the final day.
Final Thoughts
The Government Printing Works Graduate Internship Programme offers an excellent opportunity for unemployed South African graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience.
With 45 internship positions across 37 different career fields, the programme provides opportunities for graduates in finance, administration, human resources, engineering, IT, communications, supply chain management, law, occupational health and safety and several other areas.
Graduates whose qualifications match the advertised fields should prepare their applications carefully and submit them before 19 October 2026.
