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The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme, creating valuable opportunities for unemployed graduates and TVET College learners to gain practical workplace experience while earning a monthly stipend.
The Work Integrated Learning Programme provides 6 to 18 months of workplace exposure with a monthly stipend of R5,865.25.
The programme is designed to help young South Africans build professional skills, strengthen their CVs and improve their chances of securing permanent employment in government, finance, administration, ICT, human resources and supply chain management.
SASSA Internship and WIL Programme Overview
Programme Duration Monthly Stipend
Work Integrated Learning Programme 6 to 18 Months R5,865.25
Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026
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The Work Integrated Learning Programme is designed for TVET College learners who have completed their N6 qualification and require workplace experience to obtain their National Diploma. Participants will receive structured practical training within SASSA offices in Gauteng.
WIL Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Hold an N6 National Certificate
- Provide proof that workplace experience is required for diploma completion
- Be willing to work in Gauteng
- Regional Executive Manager Office
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Manager
- Public Management
- Office Management
- Management Assistant
Facilities Management
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Posts: 2
- Office Administration
- Public Administration
- Security Management
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- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Business Administration
- Security Management
- Human Capital Management
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- Human Resource Management
- Human Resource Development
- Labour Relations
- Supply Chain Management
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Posts: 2
- Debt and Revenue Management
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- Fraud and Risk Management
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- Public Administration
- Fraud and Risk Management
Successful participants will receive:
- Structured workplace experience
- Government sector exposure
- Practical administrative skills
- ICT and operational experience
- Monthly stipend
These benefits can significantly improve future employment opportunities in government banking insurance finance administration and corporate sectors.
- Academic transcripts or statement of results where applicable
- Academic modules completed
- Institutional letter confirming workplace experience requirement for WIL applicants
SASSA has confirmed that certified copies of qualifications identity documents and supporting documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Closing Dates
Programme Best Before
Work Integrated Learning Programme 30 July 2026
Why Government Workplace Experience Is Valuable
- Public administration
- Human resource operations
- ICT systems
- Records management
- Supply chain processes
The experience gained is highly valued by employers in banking finance insurance consulting logistics human resources and government institutions.
Application Tips
To strengthen your application:
- Use the correct reference number
- Complete the New Z83 form accurately
- Submit an updated professional CV
- Clearly list qualifications and modules completed
- Attach the required institutional letter if applying for WIL
- Apply well before the closing date
- Keep copies of all submitted documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for the WIL Programme?
- TVET College learners who have completed an N6 qualification and require workplace experience to obtain their National Diploma.
What stipend is offered?
Can applications be emailed?
- No. Applications must be submitted by hand delivery or post.
Where will successful applicants be placed?
- Successful candidates will be placed at SASSA offices in Gauteng.
Final Thoughts
The SASSA Graduate Internship and Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 provides an outstanding opportunity for unemployed graduates and TVET learners to gain meaningful government workplace experience while earning a competitive monthly stipend. With opportunities in finance ICT human resources administration facilities management security management and supply chain management these programmes can serve as a strong foundation for long term careers in the public sector banking finance insurance and corporate industries.
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