About the Graduate Internship Programme The National Treasury's Graduate Internship Programme is designed to provide graduates with opportunities to develop the practical skills and workplace experience needed to apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment. Rand Water and Govan Mbeki Local Municipality are offering suitably qualified unemployed graduates a three-year fixed-term internship opportunity in Mechanical Engineering. During the programme, successful candidates will gain hands-on experience and develop the competencies required within their respective engineering discipline. Graduates will also be expected to demonstrate the proficiencies determined by the relevant statutory professional councils. This opportunity is particularly suitable for recent Mechanical Engineering graduates who are looking to gain relevant industry experience and work towards professional registration. Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following requirements: An accredited BEng or BSc Engineering qualification, or an equivalent four-year degree at NQF Level 8. Must hold a qualification from an accredited university. Must currently be unemployed. Must be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID. Must be under the age of 35, in line with the National Skills Development Strategy III (NSDS III). The academic record must meet the requirements for professional registration with the relevant statutory council. Additional Advantages: A valid Code 08 driver's licence will be an advantage. Registration as a candidate with the relevant professional council will be an advantage. Duties and Responsibilities During the training programme, graduates will be expected to successfully demonstrate the competencies and proficiencies determined by the relevant statutory professional councils. These include the professional development requirements associated with the relevant engineering and built-environment disciplines. The programme is intended to provide graduates with practical workplace exposure to help them apply their academic knowledge and develop the skills required for professional growth. Knowledge and Competencies Rand Water is looking for a result-driven individual and team player who demonstrates the following: Knowledge Understanding of the principles relating to the relevant field of study. Ability to apply academic and technical knowledge in a practical environment. Skills Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively at different levels. Planning and organisational skills. Ability to manage workloads effectively and improve performance. Personal Attributes Self-motivated. Results-driven. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Required Application Documents All applicants must ensure that the following documents are uploaded as part of their applications: Updated CV. Certified copies of qualifications. Academic transcripts or statement of results. Certified copy of South African ID. Proof of candidacy registration with the relevant professional council, if applicable. Applicants should ensure that all required documents are uploaded in the appropriate sections of the online application. Assessment and Verification Shortlisted applicants will be subjected to the following processes: Assessments. Security clearance. Qualification verification. Shortlisted candidates will also be required to produce their original qualification certificates and academic transcripts or statements of results. How to Apply Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date. To apply, visit the official Rand Water recruitment portal using the link below: Official Application Portal: https://randwater.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Handlers/ImageDownload.ashx?Image=Rand+Water&params=KNsJQtoPPyDN6H50I73L4W0hSCOOtnUrd7uQXN8J9B4N203w23mV0YQz0G5lfxf2 Search for Graduate Internship Programme – Mechanical Engineering x 3 (36 Months fixed-term contract) using reference number RAN261029-4 and follow the application instructions. Closing Date: 11 November 2026 Ensure that your application includes all the required supporting documents and is submitted before the deadline. Important Information Only unemployed South African citizens under the age of 35 who meet the stated requirements should apply. Appointments will be made in the context of Employment Equity. A valid Code 08 driver's licence and registration as a candidate with the relevant professional council are advantages, not stated minimum requirements. Shortlisted candidates must undergo assessments, security clearance and qualification verification. Start building your Mechanical Engineering career with Rand Water. This 36-month graduate internship offers an opportunity to gain practical experience, develop professional competencies and work towards the requirements for professional registration.