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Job Title DFFE Internship Programme 2026 – Multiple Posts Date Posted / Closing Date Date Posted: 2026 | Closing Date: 31 March 2026, 16:00 Location Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Gauteng, Limpopo, North West, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, South Africa Salary R7 860.50 per month Company Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) Contract Type 24-month Internship
DFFE Internship Programme 2026 – Launch Your Environmental Career The DFFE 2026 Internship Programme provides 24 months of hands-on experience across forestry, environmental management, and communications. Interns receive a monthly stipend and guidance from experienced mentors while contributing to South Africa’s environmental sector.
Monthly stipend: R7 860.50
Practical experience in forestry, communications, environmental studies
Multiple locations across South Africa
Career growth and professional networking opportunities
1. Post 08/26 – Communications / Public Relations / Marketing
Location Bisho Regional Forestry Office, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Journalism, PR, Marketing or Communications Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Assist communications campaigns, media and PR
Prepare reports, presentations, and marketing materials
How to Apply
Email: EC-CMS-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/CMS/01/26)
OR post to Director-General, DFFE, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001
OR hand-deliver to Environment House, Arcadia, Pretoria
Include Z83 form + CV as one PDF
2. Post 08/27 – Forestry (Silviculture / Fire Protection / Forest Management)
Location Ngqeleni Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements B-Tech / Advanced Diploma / Degree in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Assist with silviculture, forest management, and fire protection
Participate in forest inventory and maintenance
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/01/26)
OR postal/hand-delivery as above
Include Z83 + CV PDF
3. Post 08/28 – Forestry (Fire Protection / Forest Management / Inventory)
Location Gomo Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Support fire protection, forest management, and inventory
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/02/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
4. Post 08/29 – Forestry (Fire Protection / Forest Management / Inventory)
Location Keiskammahoek Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Forest management, fire protection, inventory support
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/03/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
5. Post 08/30 – Forestry / Environmental Science
Location Cape Town, Western Cape Requirements B-Tech / Advanced Diploma / Degree in Biological Science, Horticulture, or Environmental Science Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Work on environmental and horticulture projects
Support research and reporting tasks
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/04/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
6. Post 08/31 – Forestry (Silviculture / Fire Protection / Forest Management)
Location Bulembu Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Silviculture, fire protection, and forest management tasks
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/05/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
7. Post 08/32 – Forestry (Fire Protection / Forest Management / Inventory)
Location Port St Johns Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Fire protection, forest management, and inventory support
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/06/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
8. Post 08/33 – Forestry (Silviculture / Fire Protection / Forest Management)
Location Bomvana Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Silviculture, fire protection, and forest management tasks
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/07/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
9. Post 08/34 – Forestry (Silviculture / Fire Protection / Forest Management)
Location Ntsubane Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Silviculture, fire protection, and forest management tasks
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/08/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
10. Post 08/35 – Forestry (Silviculture / Fire Protection / Forest Management / Inventory)
Location Afromontane Forest Estate, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Support silviculture, fire protection, forest management, and inventory
How to Apply
Email: EC-B&C-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/B&C/09/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
11. Post 08/36 – Forestry Management / Nursery Management
Location Bisho Regional Forestry Office, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry (Major: Forestry Management / Nursery Management) Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Assist with nursery operations and forest management
How to Apply
Email: EC-FOM-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/FOM/01/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
12. Post 08/37 – Forestry Management / Nursery Management
Location Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape Requirements National Diploma in Forestry (Major: Forestry Management / Nursery Management) Stipend R7 860.50 per month
Assist with nursery and forest management operations
How to Apply
Email: EC-FOM-26@dffe.gov.za (Subject: EC/FOM/02/26)
Include Z83 + CV PDF
Important Notes for All Posts
Contract: 24 months
Applications must include signed Z83 form + CV in one PDF
Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of qualifications, ID, Senior Certificate, and driver’s license
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA
POPIA compliance – personal data processed for recruitment only
Screening and security vetting applies
Preference given to underrepresented groups
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are these internships paid? Yes, R7 860.50 monthly stipendCan I apply for multiple posts? Yes, each application requires a separate Z83 form + CVHow do I submit my application? Email, postal mail, or hand delivery as per post instructionsDo I need SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications? Yes, required for considerationWhen will I hear back? Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within three months of closing date
Closing date: 31 March 2026, 16:00
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