Internships

Exciting Internship Opportunities with the North-West Department of Health

Are you a recent graduate or a student seeking practical experience to kickstart your career? The North-West Department of Health is offering a range of exciting internship opportunities for the 2024/2025 period. With stipends up to R7,562.50 per month and positions across various districts, this is your chance to gain invaluable experience in the healthcare sector. Whether you’re looking for an internship as a student or a graduate, or even a role in specialized fields like pharmacy or psychology, there’s something for you. Read on to discover how you can become a part of this dynamic programme and shape your future in the healthcare industry.

Student Interns

Contract Duration: 18 Months
Stipend: R6,406.75 per month
Reference Number: K36850/01

The North-West Department of Health is seeking enthusiastic TVET students with an N6 Certificate and an experiential learning letter from a recognized Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College. This opportunity is available across several districts:

  • Provincial Office
  • Boanala District
  • Nanka Modiri Molema District
  • Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
  • Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District

Fields of Study:

  • N5 Certificate in Human Resource Management
  • N6 Certificate in Management Assistant
  • N6 Certificate in Management

Graduate Interns

Contract Duration: 24 Months
Stipend: R7,562.50 per month
Reference Number: 130050/02

If you hold a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in relevant fields, this 24-month internship offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience. Available positions are located in:

  • Provincial Office
  • Boanala District
  • Nanka Modiri Molema District
  • Dr Kenneth Kaunda District
  • Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District

Fields of Study:

  • Human Resource Management/Development
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Financial Management/Accounting
  • Statistics/Information Management
  • Public Management/Administration
  • Hospitality Management
  • Communication, Journalism, Media Studies, Visual Arts, Graphic Design
  • Labour Relations/Labour Law
  • Security Management
  • Records Management/Information Science

Pharmacist Internship

Contract Duration: 12 Months
Salary: R417,276.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package)
Reference Number: K36650/03

This 12-month internship offers a comprehensive experience for Bachelor’s Degree holders in Pharmacy. Positions are available across multiple districts:

  • Boanala District
  • Ngaka Modiri Molema District
  • Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District
  • Dr Kenneth Kaunda District

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy recognized by the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • Final-year students are eligible, provided they attach their June 2024 academic records.

Psychologist Internship

Contract Duration: 12 Months
Salary: R675,450.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package)
Reference Number: K36650/04
Centre: Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Complex

This opportunity is for those currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. The position offers exposure to a leading healthcare environment:

Requirements:

  • Appropriate qualification for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist (Student/Intern).
  • Proof of registration with HPCSA as a Psychologist (Student/Intern) is required.

General Application Details

Eligibility: Applications are open to unemployed youth from the North West Province aged between 18 and 35. Previous participants in government internships will not be considered.

Application Instructions: Complete the Z83 form, available from any Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) office or the DPSA website. Include a detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications. Non-South African citizens must provide a valid work permit.

Closing Date: 27 September 2024

Enquiries:

  • Student Interns & Graduate Interns: Mr K.G Pulenyane, Tel. (018) 391 4200
  • Pharmacist Internship: Ms E.S Kearns, Tel. (012) 381 7152; Mr Smit, Tel. (018) 383 6599; Mr N Sionoko, Tel. (014) 590 5100; Mr.B, Tel. 0531 928 9019; Ms I Mosin, Tel. (018) 406 4797
  • Psychologist Internship: Ms L Mosin, Tel. (018) 406 4797

Don’t miss this chance to advance your career with practical experience in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply before the deadline and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare!