The Eastern Cape is set to benefit from the Project 20 000 Internship Programme, an initiative by the Department of Employment and Labour aimed at addressing unemployment and empowering youth with workplace experience. This programme offers thousands of internship opportunities in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Basic Conditions of Employment (BCEA), Employment Equity (EEA), and Employer Audit Services (EAS).
If you are an unemployed youth in the Eastern Cape, this is your opportunity to gain valuable on-the-job training and increase your employability.
What is Project 20 000?
Project 20 000 is a government internship programme introduced to create workplace experience opportunities for young South Africans. Led by Minister Nomakhosazana Meth, the programme aims to equip unemployed youth with the skills and experience needed to enter the formal workforce.
In the Eastern Cape, the programme focuses on critical areas of employment regulation, offering placements in East London under different categories.
Internship Opportunities in the Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape Provincial Office in East London is recruiting interns for the following fields:
1. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
- Total National Positions: 3,812
- Positions in the Eastern Cape: 720
- Reference Number: OHS/INTP/EC
- This internship focuses on workplace safety, ensuring compliance with occupational health standards, and preventing workplace accidents.
2. Basic Conditions of Employment (BCEA)
- Total National Positions: 3,727
- Positions in the Eastern Cape: 800
- Reference Number: BCEA/INTP/EC
- Interns will work on labour law compliance, ensuring fair working conditions such as working hours, leave, and minimum wages.
3. Employment Equity (EEA)
- Total National Positions: 513
- Positions in the Eastern Cape: 60
- Reference Number: EEA/INTP/EC
- This role involves monitoring and enforcing employment equity policies, ensuring that workplaces are diverse, inclusive, and free of discrimination.
4. Employer Audit Service (EAS)
- Total National Positions: 1,948
- Positions in the Eastern Cape: 170
- Reference Number: EAS/INTP/EC
- Interns will be involved in labour law audits, ensuring that employers comply with employment regulations and workplace policies.
How to Apply for the Project 20 000 Internship in the Eastern Cape
Applications are open for unemployed South Africans who meet the requirements.
Application Submission
Send your application to:
- Chief Director: Provincial Operations
- Private Bag X 9005, East London, 5201
- Hand-deliver to: No.3 Hill Street, East London
Email Applications (send to the relevant department):
- OHS: EC.OHS@labour.gov.za
- BCEA: EC.BCEA@labour.gov.za
- EAS: EC.EAS@labour.gov.za
- EEA: EC.EEA@labour.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr. Lubabalo Kwatsa – 060 992 7311
Online Submission: Scan the QR Code on the official poster to submit your application online.
Closing Date: 14 March 2025
Learn More: Deadline Extended for the Inspector Internship Programme – #Project20000!
Who Can Apply?
The Project 20 000 Internship Programme is open to unemployed South African youth who meet the following criteria:
- Aged between 18 and 35 years
- Unemployed and looking for workplace experience
- Residing in the Eastern Cape
- Have a matric certificate or relevant qualification
Priority will be given to candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.
Why Should You Apply?
Applying for this internship is a great career move if you want to:
- Gain professional work experience in employment and labour fields
- Receive mentorship and training from government professionals
- Increase employability and boost your career prospects
- Contribute to South Africa’s labour market by ensuring fair and legal employment practices
This is an opportunity to kickstart your career and make a difference in the workforce.
The Eastern Cape is one of the key provinces benefiting from Project 20 000, providing internship opportunities to unemployed youth who want to gain real-world experience in the labour sector.
If you meet the minimum requirements, do not miss this opportunity. Apply before 14 March 2025 and start your career journey with the Department of Employment and Labour.
For more details, scan the QR Code on the official poster or visit the Department of Employment and Labour website.
