Apply for KZN EDTEA Internship 2025–2027 in Pietermaritzburg. 24-month stipend programme in Communications & Marketing. Closes 24 Oct 2025.
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for its 24-month Internship Programme (2025–2027). The programme provides structured workplace experience and a monthly stipend, supporting national and provincial development strategies.
| Closing Date | 24 October 2025 |
| Duration | 24 months (2 years) |
| Location | Head Office, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Programme | Administration – Corporate Services (Communications & Marketing) |
| Reference Number | COM&MAR-25.27 |
| Number of Interns | 1 |
| Minimum Qualification | Degree or National Diploma in Graphic Designing or Visual Communication |
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KZN EDTEA Internship Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be unemployed South African citizens aged 18–35.
- Hold a Degree or National Diploma in a relevant field from a recognised university or university of technology.
- Must not have participated in any internship within a government department or municipality before.
What You’ll Gain
- Practical public-sector work experience in Communications and Marketing.
- Mentorship, professional growth and exposure to government operations.
- A monthly stipend for the 24-month duration.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
| ✔️ | Completed and signed Z83 form (new version effective 1 Jan 2021) |
| ✔️ | Detailed CV with employment dates in DD/MM/YYYY format |
| ✔️ | Signed affidavit confirming no previous government internship |
| ✔️ | Certified copies of qualifications (for shortlisted candidates) |
| ✔️ | SAQA evaluation certificate for foreign qualifications |
Application Addresses
You can submit your application by post, hand delivery, or at a district office.
Remember to quote Reference: COM&MAR-25.27.
Postal Address
The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
Private Bag X9152, Pietermaritzburg, 3200
Physical Delivery
Ground Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Attention: Ms M. Mngoma / Ms W. Mkhulise
KZN EDTEA District Offices (Drop-off Points)
| Ethekwini | The Marine Building, 22 Dorothy Nyembe Street, 8th Floor, Durban |
| Tourism Office | Calder House, 217 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg |
| Ugu | 46 Bisset Street, Port Shepstone |
| Harry Gwala | Trigon Place, 139A Margaret Street, Ixopo |
| Ilembe | Greenville Building, Corner Link Road & R102 |
| Uthukela | 94 Murchison Street, Ladysmith |
| Amajuba | 43 Harding Street, Newcastle |
| Umzinyathi | 26 Beaconsfield Street, Dundee |
| Zululand | Legislature Building, 2nd Floor, Ulundi |
| Umkhanyakude (Mkuze) | Mzololo Avenue, Mkuze |
| King Cetshwayo | Aloe Loop Avenue, Richards Bay |
| Umkhanyakude (Mtubatuba) | Lot 55D Kiepersol Street, Riverview Road, Mtubatuba |
Important Notes
- This is a re-advertisement – previous applicants may reapply if they still meet requirements.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- If you do not hear back within 3 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- All appointments are subject to qualification verification, security clearance, and reference checks.
- Avoid using registered mail – the department is not responsible for uncollected mail.
Enquiries
| Ms Metsie Mngoma | metsie.mngoma@kznedtea.gov.za | 081 415 5912 |
| Ms Winno Mkhulise | winno.mkhulise@kznedtea.gov.za | 079 251 9525 |
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