Government Printing Works Internships 2026: 45 Graduate Posts Across Finance, IT and Engineering
The Government Printing Works has opened 45 graduate internship posts across 37 placement areas in Pretoria and East London, covering finance, supply chain, procurement, engineering, information technology, human resources, law, risk, communications and other professional fields.
The programme runs for 24 months and pays a monthly stipend of R8 174.75. It is aimed at unemployed South African graduates who have not previously participated in an internship programme.
Applications close on 19 October 2026.
Which Government Printing Works internships are available?
The 45 posts cover a broad mix of commercial, technical and public-sector functions.
Available placement areas include:
- Supply chain and procurement
- Financial accounting
- Asset and inventory management
- Facilities management
- Law and litigation
- Enterprise risk
- Internal audit
- Public administration
- Communications
- Contact centre operations
- Demand planning
- Operations and production planning
- Sales
- Digitalisation
- Engineering
- Quality and safety
- Graphic design
- Security
- Investigations
- Strategy
- ICT project management
- Knowledge management
- Human resources
- Labour relations
- Occupational health and safety
Most posts are based in Pretoria, while two Sales internship posts are based at the GPW Regional Warehouse in East London.
What opportunities are available in supply chain and procurement?
Several internships are directly linked to procurement, logistics and inventory management.
These include:
- Strategic Sourcing X2, reference GPW2026/01
- Contract Management X2, reference GPW2026/02
- Asset and Inventory Management X1, reference GPW2026/04
- Demand Planning X1, reference GPW2026/14
- Paper Stores Central X1, reference GPW2026/27
Relevant qualifications include Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Procurement and Accounting Management.
These placements can provide experience in sourcing, contracts, inventory, logistics and the planning processes that support a large production organisation.
Which finance and risk internships are available?
Graduates interested in finance, audit and governance can apply for:
- Financial Services X4, reference GPW2026/03
- Enterprise Risk Management X1, reference GPW2026/07
- Internal Audit X1, reference GPW2026/08
Financial Services requires a National Diploma or Degree in Financial Accounting.
Enterprise Risk Management accepts qualifications in Risk Management, Law, Business Management, Finance or Commerce, while Internal Audit accepts Internal Auditing or Accounting Science.
What legal and governance opportunities are available?
The programme includes several placements connected to legal services, investigations and governance.
These include:
- Contracts and Litigation X1, GPW2026/06
- Security Management X1, GPW2026/21
- Integrity Management and Investigations X1, GPW2026/22
- Strategy Planning and Monitoring X2, GPW2026/23
Qualifications include LLB, Paralegal Studies, Security Management, Investigation, Policing, Law, Social Sciences, Public Administration and Business Management.
Which IT and digital internships are available?
Graduates interested in technology can apply for:
- Digitalization X1, GPW2026/17
- Enterprise Portfolio Management Office X1, GPW2026/24
- Knowledge Management X1, GPW2026/25
Digitalization accepts qualifications in IT, Software Programming, Computer Systems, Engineering, Printing or Technology Management.
The Enterprise Portfolio Management Office accepts ICT or Project Management, while Knowledge Management is suited to graduates in Information Science, Information Management or Records Management.
What engineering and production internships are available?
Several placements are linked to production technology, engineering and maintenance.
They include:
- Technical Technology Support: Quality, Health and Safety X1, GPW2026/18
- Technical Technology Support: Technology Planning X1, GPW2026/19
- ID and Passport Factory X1, GPW2026/26
- Equipment Maintenance X1, GPW2026/28
- Service Maintenance X1, GPW2026/29
Relevant qualifications include Quality Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering in Heavy Current.
These placements can provide practical exposure to production systems, equipment maintenance, industrial processes and technical support.
Which HR internships are available?
Government Printing Works is also recruiting graduates across several human resources functions:
- Employee Benefits and Administration X1, GPW2026/30
- Talent Management X1, GPW2026/31
- Performance Management and Development System X1, GPW2026/32
- Organisational Development and Change Management X1, GPW2026/33
- Recruitment and Selection X1, GPW2026/34
- Labour Relations X1, GPW2026/35
- Employee Health and Wellness X1, GPW2026/36
Relevant qualifications include Human Resources Management, Human Resource Development, Industrial Psychology, Labour Relations, Labour Law, Social Work and Psychology.
What other graduate opportunities are available?
Other internship streams include:
- Facilities Management X2, GPW2026/05
- Office of the CEO X1, GPW2026/09
- Office of the General Manager: Corporate Services X1, GPW2026/10
- Office of the General Manager: Operations X1, GPW2026/11
- Communications X1, GPW2026/12
- E-Gazette Contact Centre X1, GPW2026/13
- Operations Planning X1, GPW2026/15
- Sales East London X2, GPW2026/16
- Rubber Stamps X1, GPW2026/20
- Occupational Health and Safety X1, GPW2026/37
These placements cover public administration, operations, customer service, communication, graphic design, sales and workplace safety.
Who can apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be unemployed
- Have the qualification required for the internship selected
- Not previously have participated in an internship programme
You should apply only for positions that match your qualification.
What will the internship provide?
Successful candidates will receive structured workplace experience related to their qualifications.
Interns can participate in workplace activities, projects and capacity-building initiatives under the supervision of experienced employees.
The programme is designed as a graduate development opportunity rather than a permanent appointment.
How much is the stipend?
Successful interns will receive:
R8 174.75 per month
The internship runs for 24 months.
How do you apply by email?
Email applications to:
You must put the correct internship reference number in the email subject line.
For example:
GPW2026/17 Digitalization Internship
At the initial application stage, attach only:
- Completed new Z83 form
- Comprehensive CV
The email and attachments must not exceed 2MB. Screenshots, ZIP files, IMG files and JPEG documents should not be submitted.
A separate application must be completed for each internship you want to apply for, using the relevant reference number.
Where can you hand deliver an application?
Hand-delivered applications can be submitted to:
Government Printing Works
389 Sophie De Bruyn Street
Pretoria
Gauteng
Use the new Z83 Application for Employment form. Applications completed on the old Z83 form will not be considered.
Do you need certified qualifications when applying?
Not at the initial stage.
Your first application requires the new Z83 form and comprehensive CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide certified qualifications and other supporting documents before or on the interview date.
Applicants with foreign qualifications are responsible for obtaining a SAQA evaluation.
When do applications close?
Applications close on 19 October 2026, but the closing time depends on how you apply:
- Hand delivery: 16:00
- Email: 23:59
Late or non-compliant applications will not be considered.
