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INTERNSHIP: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF (X5

Department of Employment and Labour

Salary band

Not specified

Closing date

7 August 2026

Reference

HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF

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About this role

Department

Department of Employment and Labour

Location

Unemployment Insurance Fund: Pretoria

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification in Law / Paralegal Studies at NQF Level 6 as recognized by SAQA No experience required (Never participated in any Internship Programme (both Public / Private sector). Knowledge: 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.

Enquiries

Mr GV Kegakilwe at 082 600 9378 / TN Dire: 082 894 4197

Closing Date

2026-08-07T16:00:00+02:00

About graduate, learnership, and internship opportunities

Graduate programmes, learnerships, and internships are critical entry points into the South African workforce for young people. The public sector runs a significant number of internship programmes through DPSA and SA Youth, typically offering 12 to 24 month placements with a monthly stipend. Private sector graduate programmes are more competitive, often accepting fewer than 5% of applicants, but offer structured development and frequently lead to permanent employment.

·Apply as early as possible. Many programmes close before their stated deadline once they reach capacity.

·Learnership stipends are set by the relevant SETA and are not negotiable, but the qualification you earn has real market value.

·For government internships, you will need a Z83 form even though you are applying for a temporary placement.

·Use your internship or learnership period to build a portfolio of work and professional references. These matter more than the programme name when you apply for permanent roles.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Employment and Labour. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·An undergraduate qualification in Law / Paralegal Studies at NQF Level 6 as recognized by SAQA No experience required (Never participated in any Internship Programme (both Public / Private sector)
·Knowledge: 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)
·Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA)
·The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa
·Constitutional Law

Key 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

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to ditprecruit58@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the INTERNSHIP: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF (X5 position at Department of Employment and Labour?+

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When does the INTERNSHIP: LEGAL SERVICES REF NO: HR4/4/1/3/LS2026/UIF (X5 application close?+

The closing date for this position is 7 August 2026 - 13 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.