The Government Printing Works Internship Programme: x45 Opportunities Listed

The Government Printing Works Internship Programme: x45 Opportunities Listed

Location: South Africa

Closing Date: 19 October 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)

The Government Printing Works is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is intended to
promote representivity through the filling of these posts. The candidature of persons whose appointment/transfer/promotion will promote representivity will receive preference.

Notes To Applicants

The Government Printing Works (GPW) invite applications from qualifying graduates to participate in the Graduate Programme (Internship) for the 2027/2029 financial year. The 24 months’ Internship is aimed at providing work experience/exposure to graduates. Applicants must be unemployed, be South African Citizens. Applicants should not have participated in an internship programme, failure to disclose this information will result in immediate termination of the internship contract on account of dishonesty/undue
enrichment. Pictures/Snapshot, Zipped, IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. Indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post.

Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initiated and
signed by the applicant. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert and duly certified.

The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of foreign
qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Government Printing Works reserves the right to fill or not fill advertised posts. General information: Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews, at a date and time determined by the Government
Printing Works. Personnel suitability checks will also be administered as a part of the selection process. Successful candidates will be required to enter in an employment contract and performance agreement (as relevant).

Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this process and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this institution within three months from the closing date, please consider your application
unsuccessful.

About The Government Printing Works South Africa

The Government Printing Works (GPW) is South Africa’s state security-printing institution, operating as a government component under the Department of Home Affairs. It is responsible for producing secure official documents that require protection against forgery, counterfeiting and tampering. Its work includes passports, visas, birth certificates, green ID books, smart ID cards, examination materials, certificates and other high-security printed documents.

GPW also provides printing and publishing services to government departments and other organs of state. It produces official stationery, tender bulletins, government publications and the Government Gazette, which is used to publish legislation, regulations, notices, appointments and other official information. Through its eGazette platform, members of the public and businesses can access electronic copies of published government notices and legal information.

Based in Pretoria, GPW plays an important role in supporting South Africa’s identity, civic and security systems. Its secure production of smart ID cards and passports helps the Department of Home Affairs issue credible identity and travel documents, while its examination and certificate printing supports education and professional institutions. GPW’s work therefore contributes to public trust in government documents, protects citizens against identity fraud, and supports the smooth functioning of public administration.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application by email, click the link under the post you wish to apply for. Attach only a copy of CV and completed Z83 form. Email size must be limited to 2MB. Failure to follow instructions will result in your application being disqualified.

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DPSA Circular 35 of 2026: Government Jobs Open for Applications