Launch Your Career with Purpose: MTPA Graduate Internship Programme 2025/2026 Now Open
Are you a passionate graduate eager to kickstart your career in tourism, conservation, or public service? The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) is proud to announce its Graduate Internship Programme for 2025–2026, offering a transformative 12-month opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain hands-on experience and contribute to the sustainable development of one of South Africa’s most beautiful provinces.
MTPA Graduate Internship Programme
This initiative is designed to empower young professionals with the skills, exposure, and confidence needed to thrive in the workforce while making a real impact in Mpumalanga’s tourism, environmental conservation, and community development sectors.
Who Should Apply?
The MTPA is seeking dynamic, unemployed graduates who have completed a Postgraduate Diploma (NQF Level 8) from a public university or university of technology. This programme is ideal for those who are ready to grow, learn, and serve.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be between 18 and 35 years old
- Must be currently unemployed
- Must be a resident of Mpumalanga Province
- Must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in one of the following fields:
| Field of Study | Number of Positions |
|---|---|
| Environmental Science | 6 |
| Wildlife Management | 6 |
| Tourism and Hospitality Management | 4 |
| Human Resources Management | 5 |
| Graphic Design | 3 |
What You’ll Gain
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend of R5,000, ensuring financial support while gaining invaluable professional experience.
Beyond the stipend, this internship offers:
- Practical, on-the-job training in your field of study
- Mentorship and exposure to real-world operations within a leading provincial agency
- Networking opportunities with professionals in tourism, conservation, and public administration
- A chance to contribute meaningfully to eco-tourism, wildlife protection, and community development
MORE OPPORTUNITIES:
- Mining Qualifications Authority Internships (Monthly Stipend of R9, 306.18)
- The Mvula Trust Contracts & Compliance Internships 2025
- Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Bursary 2026
Whether you’re passionate about preserving natural ecosystems, enhancing visitor experiences, driving HR excellence, or using design for social impact, this programme provides the perfect platform to turn your academic knowledge into action.
How to Apply
Important: Only hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
Please prepare the following documents:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified academic transcripts and qualification certificates
- Updated CV
- Proof of residence in Mpumalanga
In your motivation letter, clearly state:
- The position (field of study) you are applying for
- The preferred Base Station or Unit where you’d like to be placed
Submission Options:
- Deliver your application to any nearest MTPA Nature Reserve
- Or hand deliver it to the MTPA Head Office at:
Block J, Office J18, Hall’s Gateway, N4 National Road, Mataffin
Download the official internship advertisement here
Application Deadline: 08 August 2025
Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to grow your career while giving back to your community and protecting Mpumalanga’s natural and cultural heritage.
Take the first step toward a rewarding future, be a changemaker with MTPA.
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