Municipal Youth Graduate Programme 2026

Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo is offering the Municipal Youth Graduate Programme 2026 aimed at empowering young graduates residing within the City of Johannesburg. This structured internship provides workplace exposure within a municipal environment focused on parks management, urban greening, biodiversity conservation, and public recreational services.

The programme is designed to equip unemployed graduates with practical experience, professional development, and public sector operational exposure. Successful candidates will gain hands-on training while contributing to environmental sustainability and community-based service delivery initiatives across Johannesburg.

This opportunity is ideal for graduates seeking municipal sector experience and long-term career growth within public administration, environmental management, or related disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in structured graduate development activities

• Support operational and administrative functions within assigned departments

• Assist with project coordination related to parks, environmental management, or municipal services

• Contribute to community-based environmental and conservation initiatives

• Complete assigned tasks and reports within programme timelines

• Must be a South African citizen

• Must be a youth resident within the City of Johannesburg (proof required)

• Completed tertiary qualification (certified copy required)

• Unemployed and seeking workplace experience

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Willingness to work within a municipal environment

Required Documents

Applicants must attach:

• Application letter

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae

• Certified copy of qualifications

• Proof of residence within the City of Johannesburg

How to Apply

Email your complete application to:

graduatep@jhbcityparks.com