Social Work Intern (X16 Posts) – SAPS Academies
Programme: SASSETA Graduate Internship Programme (24 Months)
Section: Learner Support
Total Positions: 16
Internship Locations and Reference Numbers
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Bhisho (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 1/2025/26
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Bishop Lavis (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 2/2025/26
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Graaff-Reinet (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 3/2025/26
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Mthatha (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 4/2025/26
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Oudtshoorn (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 5/2025/26
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Ulundi (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 6/2025/26
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Tshwane (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 7/2025/26
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Philippi (2 Posts) – Ref: HRD INT 8/2025/26
Programme Overview
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is offering unemployed graduates the opportunity to participate in a 24-month Workplace Integrated Learning Internship Programme, funded by SASSETA.
The Social Work Intern will provide occupational social work services at SAPS training academies while working under the supervision of a qualified Social Worker.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver occupational social work support services
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Implement preventative and restorative social work interventions
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Apply community-based social work methods within the workplace environment
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Assist with employee wellness and wellbeing initiatives
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Participate in training and capacity-building programmes
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Ensure compliance with professional standards and governance frameworks
Requirements
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Must be a South African citizen aged between 18 and 35
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Hold a BA Degree in Social Work (NQF Level 6 or higher)
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Must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) with valid 2025/2026 registration
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Basic computer literacy (knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint is an advantage)
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No criminal record
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Must be unemployed and must not have previously participated in a similar internship programme