Student Internship Position: Group Legal & Contracts

Company: City of Johannesburg

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Job Type: Internship

Posted: 1 February 2026

Application Deadline: 5 February 2026

About the Internship

The City of Johannesburg invites students from the Johannesburg community to apply for a student internship in the Group Legal & Contracts Department. This internship is designed to give you hands‑on experience in legal support and litigation management, and is open to students who have never participated in an internship programme before (unless it was unrelated to their course of study).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and filing legal documents.
• Write reports and conduct legal research.
• Support the Litigation Management Unit by coordinating documents and liaising with legal practitioners.
• Attend meetings such as BSCs and BECs and take minutes.
• Provide general office support and manage telephone enquiries.

Learning Opportunities

• Gain practical experience in legal assistance and administrative support.
• Learn litigation management and court procedures.
• Develop communication, coordination, and people skills.
• Understand how the City protects its legal interests.

Core Competencies

• Litigation Management
• Knowledge of court processes and procedures

Leading Competencies

• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Good people skills and teamwork
• Effective coordination and organisation

Minimum Requirements

• Matric/Grade 12 Certificate
• National Diploma in Law, Legal Assistance, Paralegal or related field (NQF Level 6)
• No prior experience required
• Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered

Remuneration

Completed qualification (minimum 360 credits): R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits)

Enrolled as a 2nd‑year student: R3,500.00 per month (basic salary, no benefits)

Application Process

Applications are accepted online only. Complete the application form and attach the following documents:

• Certified qualification(s)
• Identity document
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Use Google Chrome for the application form. The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of the closing date, your application will be considered unsuccessful.

Contact Information

Contact Person: Kabelo Kgomosotho

Telephone: (011) 407 7644

Apply Now

To apply, please use the following link:

Student Internship Application Form

Alternatively, you can apply via the City of Johannesburg website: www.joburg.org.za

Additional Resources

For more details, view the internship PDF: Internship Details PDF