How to Apply

Important: No Email Applications

SASSA clearly states that for these positions:

Only posted and hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

Emailed applications will NOT be accepted.

Postal Applications

Send applications to:

Attention: Human Capital Management
Private Bag X11230
Nelspruit
1200

Hand-Delivered Applications

Applications can be delivered to:

SASSA Building
No. 18 Ferreira Street
Nelspruit
1200

Make sure you quote the correct reference number and position name for the opportunity you are applying for.

Documents Required – Graduate Internship Applicants

Applicants applying for the graduate internship positions should submit:

• Fully completed New Z83 form
• Comprehensive CV

The CV should specify:

• All qualifications
• Relevant information required by the advert

Applicants should quote the relevant reference number and position name.

The advert states that copies of ID and academic qualifications will be requested from shortlisted candidates.

Documents Required – Work Integrated Learning Applicants

WIL applicants must submit:

• Fully completed New Z83 form
• N6 Certificate or Statement of Results
• Letter from the institution confirming that the student requires a minimum of 6–18 months’ work experience
• CV specifying subjects and courses/modules obtained

Applicants must quote the appropriate:

• Reference number
• Position name

Failure to comply with the advertised requirements may result in the application being disqualified.

Closing Date

18 September 2026 at 16:00

Because applications must be posted or hand delivered, candidates should allow enough time for their applications to reach the correct SASSA office.

Important Selection Information

Appointments will be subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, including:

• Qualification checks
• Reference checks
• ITC checks
• Criminal checks

SASSA states that it promotes representivity in terms of race, gender and disability.

Candidates whose appointment would improve representivity may receive preference.

All SASSA staff are also subject to compulsory security vetting upon appointment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Enquiries

For enquiries about these vacancies, the advert lists:

Mr. T.A Mahlalela / Ms. Z.P Thabethe

Telephone: 013 754 9423 / 013 754 9337

CV Tips for SASSA Internship Applicants

For the graduate internships, put your relevant Diploma or Degree prominently near the top of your CV. State the full qualification, institution and completion year.

For the WIL opportunities, clearly indicate that you have completed N6 and list your relevant subjects/modules. Your CV should also make it clear that you require workplace exposure to complete your qualification requirements.

Keep your CV professional and focus on relevant academic and practical skills. Depending on your field, this could include genuine skills in administration, financial accounting, communication, customer service, computer literacy, record keeping or document management.

Because these programmes target unemployed graduates and TVET learners, do not invent previous employment simply to make your CV look stronger.

Example CV Profile for a WIL Applicant

“Motivated N6 Public Management graduate seeking Work Integrated Learning exposure to fulfil the practical requirements of my qualification. Organised, reliable and willing to learn, with good communication, administrative and computer skills. Eager to gain practical public-sector experience while contributing positively to the operations of SASSA.”

Adapt this to your actual qualification and skills.

Possible SASSA Internship Interview Questions

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why do you want to join SASSA?
3. What do you know about SASSA?
4. What services does SASSA provide?
5. Why did you apply for this particular programme?
6. How does your qualification relate to the position?
7. What would you like to learn during the programme?
8. What does good customer service mean to you?
9. How would you deal with a difficult member of the public?
10. How do you protect confidential information?
11. What computer applications can you use?
12. How do you organise your work?
13. How would you manage several tasks with similar deadlines?
14. Tell us about a time you worked successfully in a team.
15. What would you do if you made an administrative mistake?
16. How do you ensure accuracy in your work?
17. What does professionalism mean to you?
18. How would you communicate with a frustrated grant beneficiary?
19. What are your strongest skills?
20. What is one area you would like to improve?
21. How do you respond to constructive feedback?
22. What does Batho Pele mean in a public-service environment?
23. Why is accountability important when working with public resources?
24. Where do you see yourself after completing the programme?
25. Why should SASSA select you?

Important Vacancy Summary

Organisation: South African Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Region: Mpumalanga Regional Office, Nelspruit
Total Opportunities: 5
Graduate Internships: 2 positions
Work Integrated Learning: 3 positions
Graduate Qualification: Relevant 3-Year Diploma/Degree, NQF Level 6 or 7
Graduate Age: 18–35 years
Graduate Stipend: R8 174.80 per month
Graduate Contract: 24 months
WIL Qualification: Relevant N6 National Certificate/Statement of Results
WIL Stipend: R5 865.25 per month
WIL Contract: 18 months
Citizenship: South African
Employment Status: Unemployed applicants
Closing Date: 18 September 2026 at 16:00
Application Method: Post or hand delivery only – no emailed applications.