SASSETA Funded Office of the Chief Justice Internship Programme 2025–2027 for South Africans

The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has announced its 2025 to 2027 Internship Programme, offering young South African graduates the chance to gain practical experience within the country’s judicial system. The programme aims to develop skilled professionals who will contribute to efficient court administration, sound governance, and effective public service delivery. Through this 24-month internship, the OCJ provides structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to the workings of South Africa’s judiciary.

Applicants must be unemployed graduates who have not previously participated in any internship programme. Only South African citizens are eligible to apply. The initiative reflects the OCJ’s ongoing commitment to youth empowerment, employment equity, and inclusion, with preference given to persons with disabilities. Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R7 700 and will be placed in various courts and administrative offices across the country, including Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, and the Free State.

This opportunity offers more than work experience; it serves as an entry point into the justice sector for graduates in fields such as Law, Public Administration, Office Management, and Governance. Participants will gain valuable skills, professional exposure, and a deeper understanding of how the judiciary contributes to upholding democracy and the rule of law in South Africa.

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Programme Overview

Duration: 24 Months (2025–2027)
Monthly Stipend: R7 700
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Eligibility: South African Citizens Only

Internship Positions and Reference Numbers

1. Administration (SAJEI)

• Ref No: 2025/292/OCJ (X2 Interns)
• Centre: National Office – Midrand
• Qualification: Matric and a National Diploma/Degree in Public Management, Office Management, or Public Management and Governance (NQF Level 6, 360 credits).
• Enquiries: Ms P Mogale – (010) 493 2500
• Email Application: 2025/192/[email protected]

2. Court Administration Services (Legal) – Gauteng Division

• Ref Nos & Centres:
  • 2025/293/OCJ – Gauteng Division, Pretoria
  • 2025/294/OCJ – Land Court, Randburg
  • 2025/295/OCJ – Johannesburg High Court
  • 2025/296/OCJ – Labour & Labour Appeals Court, Braamfontein
• Qualification: LLB Degree (NQF Level 8, 480 credits).
• Enquiries:
  • Ms L Netshitomboni – (010) 494 8520
  • Ms N Shandu – (012) 315 7602 (Pretoria)
  • Ms R Bramdaw – (010) 494 8486 (Johannesburg)
  • Ms N Mhlambi – (010) 493 5392/5670 (Randburg)
  • Ms T Nzimande – (010) 494 9238 (Braamfontein)
• Email Applications:
  • Pretoria: 2025/293/[email protected]
  • Randburg: 2025/294/[email protected]
  • Johannesburg: 2025/295/[email protected]
  • Braamfontein: 2025/296/[email protected]

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3. Court Administration Services (Legal) – Western Cape

• Ref Nos: 2025/297/OCJ (High Court, Cape Town), 2025/298/OCJ (Labour & Labour Appeals Court, Cape Town)
• Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration/Management (NQF Level 6, 360 credits).
• Enquiries: Mr S Hlongwane – (021) 429 4029
• Email Applications:
  • 2025/297/[email protected]
  • 2025/298/[email protected]

4. Court Administration Services (Legal) – KwaZulu-Natal

• Ref Nos:
  • 2025/299/OCJ – Durban High Court
  • 2025/300/OCJ – Labour Court Durban
  • 2025/301/OCJ – Pietermaritzburg High Court
• Qualification: LLB Degree (NQF Level 8, 480 credits).
• Enquiries: Ms N Naidoo – (031) 372 3176
• Email Applications:
  • Durban High Court: 2025/299/[email protected]
  • Labour Court Durban: 2025/300/[email protected]
  • Pietermaritzburg High Court: 2025/301/[email protected]

5. Public Administration Internship – KwaZulu-Natal

• Ref No: 2025/302/OCJ (X1 Intern)
• Centre: KZN Provincial Service Centre (Durban)
• Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Public Management, Office Management, or Governance (NQF Level 6, 360 credits).
• Enquiries: Ms S.Z. Mvuyana – (031) 493 1721
• Email: 2025/302/[email protected]

6. Court Administration Services (Legal) – Free State

• Ref No: 2025/303/OCJ (X1 Intern)
• Centre: Free State Division of the High Court (Bloemfontein)
• Qualification: LLB Degree (NQF Level 8, 480 credits).
• Enquiries: Ms N de la Rey – (051) 492 4585
• Email: 2025/303/[email protected]

7. Administration Internship – Free State

• Ref No: 2025/304/OCJ (X1 Intern)
• Centre: Free State High Court (Bloemfontein)
• Qualification: National Diploma/Degree in Public Management or Administration (NQF Level 6).
• Enquiries: Ms N de la Rey – (051) 492 4585
• Email: 2025/304/[email protected]

Postal and Hand Delivery Addresses by Province

Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the
new Z83 application form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or
on www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies/www.judiciary.org.za. Received applications
using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered

• National Office (Midrand):
  The Director: Human Resources, Office of the Chief Justice,
  Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107
  OR deliver to 188, 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685
• Free State:
  The Provincial Head, Office of the Chief Justice,
  Private Bag X20612, Bloemfontein, 9300
  OR deliver to Cnr President Brand & Fontein Street, Bloemfontein
• Gauteng:
  Private Bag X7, Johannesburg, 2000
  OR deliver to 12th Floor, Cnr Pritchard & Kruis Street, Johannesburg
• KwaZulu-Natal:
  Private Bag X54314, Durban, 4001
  OR deliver to 1st Floor, Office 118, Cnr Somtseu & Stalwart Simelane Streets, Durban
• Western Cape:
  Private Bag X9020, Cape Town, 8000
  OR deliver to 30 Queen Victoria Street, Cape Town

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