Government EntitySefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
    LocationGa-Rankuwa, Gauteng, Pretoria
    Reference Numbersep_built-environment-internship_2026-revised
    Centre / LocationGa-Rankuwa, Pretoria
    Closing DateSeptember 18, 2026
    Source and Applicationsmu.ac.za

    Mindful of the prevailing socio-economic conditions in South Africa, and in support of the national transformation agenda, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) would like to provide internships programmes to deserving young unemployed citizens. In this way, SMU hopes to provide experience to young South Africans, and give them the opportunity to be employable and to compete in the job market. The incumbents will be exposed to gaining experiential learning in the fields of Built Environment and they must meet the following requirements and be responsible for the following key performance areas:

    Requirements

    Profession Number of Qualification Ref no posts Construction 3 posts Construction Science / 60/2026/KM/Intern Management Construction Management / Building Sciences (Diploma / Beng or Higher) Architect 3 posts Architectural Studies (Diploma / 61/2026/KM/Intern Beng or Higher) Quantity Surveyor 2 posts Construction Economics / 62/2026/KM/Intern Quantity Survey / Building Sciences (Diploma / Beng or Higher) Civil Engineer 3 posts Civil Engineering (N6/Diploma/ 63/2026/KM/Intern Beng or Higher) Electrical Engineer 5 posts Electrical Engineering 64/2026/KM/Intern (N6/Diploma / Beng or Higher) The Star, 2 Sep 2026 Mechanical 4 posts Mechanical Engineering 65/2026/KM/Intern Engineer/HVAC (N6/Diploma / Beng or Higher) Plumbing 4 posts N6 / National Diploma or Higher 66/2026/KM/Intern A trade certificate will be considered as an added advantage Welding/Boil 3 posts N6 / National Diploma or Higher 67/2026/KM/Intern Making A trade certificate will be considered as an added advantage Carpentry 3 posts N6 / National Diploma or Higher 68/2026/KM/Intern A trade certificate will be considered as an added advantage HVAC Artisan / 3 posts N6 / National Diploma or Higher 69/2026/KM/Intern Refrigeration A trade certificate will be tradesperson considered as an added advantage Health and Safety 2 posts Occupational Health and Safety / 70/2026/KM/Intern NEBOSH Level 6 / or relevant qualification Horticulturist 2 posts Diploma in Horticulture or 71/2026/KM/Intern Landscape Management / Technology Environmental 2 posts Diploma/ BTech / BSc 72/2026/KM/Intern Officer Environmental Sciences/ Management or Environmental Engineering Irrigation 1 post Diploma /Degree in Agricultural 73/2026/KM/Intern Specialist / Engineering, NQF Level 6 or Agricultural National Certificate in Landscape Engineer Irrigation/ Irrigation Installation and Management New entrants into (in other words, applicants must not have previously worked or held any internship position) Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Must be a South African citizen Time management Client focus Result focus Stress tolerance Report writing skills Attention to detail Communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to learn and adapt The Star, 2 Sep 2026 DUTIES Provide support for Built Environment projects Participate in Departmental meetings, workshops and training activities Assist with project coordination and administrative activities Support the implementation of Built Environment initiatives Contribute to the overall development of SMU and actively improve institutional culture Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Line Manager …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    Source / Circular Reference

    smu.ac.za