Apply now for the 2025 CIPC Project Management Internship in Pretoria. Four graduate positions available with a R12 000 monthly stipend.
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Kick-Start Your Career with the CIPC Graduate Internship Programme
The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) is calling on recent graduates to apply for its Project Management Internship 2025. This two-year programme offers four contract positions based at CIPC’s Sunnyside Office in Pretoria.
As part of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), CIPC continues to invest in youth skills development by helping graduates gain the practical experience needed to build successful careers in the public sector.
About the 2025 CIPC Project Management Internship
The CIPC Project Management Internship 2025 provides unemployed graduates with the chance to apply their academic knowledge in a professional setting. Interns will learn project management best practices, including exposure to Agile and Waterfall methodologies, while contributing to real-world projects within the organisation.
This programme runs for 24 months and offers a monthly stipend of R12 000, giving graduates financial support as they gain valuable workplace experience.
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Internship Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) |
| Programme | Graduate Internship Programme – Project Management |
| Number of Positions | 4 |
| Location | Sunnyside Office, Pretoria |
| Duration | 24 months |
| Monthly Stipend | R12 000 |
| Industry | Information Technology / Project Management |
| Application Closing Date | 18 November 2025 |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term (24 months) |
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the CIPC Project Management Internship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen aged 18–35 years.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Project Management.
- Have basic knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).
- Possess coursework or certification such as CAPM or PRINCE2 Foundation (advantageous).
- Have no previous full-time employment or internship experience.
Applicants must upload the following documents when submitting their application:
- A detailed CV
- A certified copy of ID
- Certified academic qualification(s)
Failure to upload these documents in the correct sections will result in automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the official CIPC careers portal:
👉 [Apply through the official CIPC website ]
Faxed, emailed, posted, or hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, and qualification checks will be conducted. CIPC is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who will help achieve employment equity targets.
Why Choose the CIPC Project Management Internship?
This internship is a valuable opportunity for graduates to:
- Gain hands-on project management experience in a national institution.
- Learn from professionals managing strategic government projects.
- Build a solid foundation for a future career in project management.
- Earn a competitive R12 000 monthly stipend while developing professional skills.
Launch your professional journey with the CIPC Project Management Internship 2025. Apply now through the official CIPC careers portal to secure your place in this prestigious graduate programme.
