How to Apply for a Government Printing Works Graduate Internship

This guide will walk you through the process of applying for a Graduate Internship Programme at the Government Printing Works (GPW). By following these steps, you can successfully submit your application for one of the 45 available positions. Before you begin, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria: be an unemployed South African citizen, possess the required qualification for the specific internship, and have not previously participated in an internship programme. You will need a completed Z83 Application Form and a CV.

Step 1: Identify Available Internship Opportunities

Review the list of available internship opportunities provided by the Government Printing Works. For each internship, note the specific title, reference number, and the required qualification. This will help you determine which positions you are eligible for and interested in.

Outcome: You will have a clear understanding of the available internships and their requirements.

Mistakes to Avoid: Applying for a position without the correct qualification or overlooking the reference number.

The following internship categories are available, along with their reference numbers:

• Strategic Sourcing: GPW2026/01
• Contract Management: GPW2026/02
• Financial Services: GPW2026/03
• Asset and Inventory Management: GPW2026/04
• Facilities Management: GPW2026/05
• Contracts and Litigation: GPW2026/06
• Enterprise Risk Management: GPW2026/07
• Internal Audit: GPW2026/08
• Office of the CEO: GPW2026/09
• Office of the GM: Corporate Services: GPW2026/10
• Office of the GM: Operations: GPW2026/11
• Communications: GPW2026/12
• E-Gazette Contact Centre: GPW2026/13
• Demand Planning: GPW2026/14
• Operations Planning: GPW2026/15
• Sales – Regional Warehouse East London: GPW2026/16
• Digitalization: GPW2026/17
• Technical Technology Support: Quality, Health and Safety: GPW2026/18
• Technical Technology Support: Technology Planning: GPW2026/19
• Rubber Stamps: GPW2026/20
• Security Management: GPW2026/21
• Integrity Management and Investigations: GPW2026/22
• Strategy Planning and Monitoring: GPW2026/23
• Enterprise Portfolio Management Office: GPW2026/24
• Knowledge Management: GPW2026/25
• ID and Passport Factory: GPW2026/26
• Paper Stores Central: GPW2026/27
• Equipment Maintenance: GPW2026/28
• Service Maintenance: GPW2026/29
• Employee Benefits and Administration: GPW2026/30
• Talent Management: GPW2026/31
• Performance Management & Development System: GPW2026/32
• Organisational Development and Change Management: GPW2026/33
• Recruitment and Selection: GPW2026/34
• Labour Relations: GPW2026/35
• Employee Health and Wellness: GPW2026/36
• Occupational Health and Safety: GPW2026/37

Step 2: Prepare Your Application Documents

Gather and complete the necessary documents for your application. This includes:

• A completed and signed Z83 Application Form: Ensure you use the latest version of the form and fill in all sections accurately.
• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV): Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights relevant skills and experience.

Outcome: You will have a complete Z83 form and an updated CV ready for submission.

Mistakes to Avoid: Using an outdated Z83 form, leaving sections blank, or submitting an incomplete CV.

Step 3: Choose Your Application Method

Decide whether you will apply online, via email, or by hand delivery. Each method has specific requirements and deadlines.

• Online Application: Follow the individual application link provided for each internship. Be mindful of the online application closing time (23:59 on 19 October 2026).
• Email Application: Use the application link associated with the specific internship. Ensure your email subject line includes the correct job title and reference number. Attach only the completed Z83 form and CV. Keep the total attachment size under 2MB. Do not send pictures, ZIP, IMG, or JPEG files.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver your completed Z83 form and CV to the specified address in Pretoria. The hand-delivery closing time is 16:00 on 19 October 2026.

Outcome: You will have selected the most suitable application method and understand its specific instructions.

Mistakes to Avoid: Missing the closing date for your chosen method, sending incorrect file types via email, or not including the reference number in the email subject.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

Carefully submit your application according to the method you chose in Step 3. Double-check all details before final submission.

• For online/email applications: Ensure all required fields are filled and attachments are correct.
• For hand-delivered applications: Confirm you have the correct address and arrive before the deadline.

Outcome: Your application is successfully submitted to the Government Printing Works.

Mistakes to Avoid: Submitting a late application, failing to attach all required documents, or sending an application that exceeds the email attachment size limit.

Step 5: Follow Up and Await Notification

After submitting your application, wait for the Government Printing Works to contact shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive a response within three months after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.

Outcome: You understand the timeline for notification and how to interpret the outcome if no response is received.

Mistakes to Avoid: Contacting the GPW repeatedly for updates before the three-month period has passed, or assuming an application is unsuccessful too early.

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