Hessequa Municipality Offers Two-Year Financial Internships for Graduates

Who can apply for the Financial Services Internship?

The Financial Services Internship is suitable for graduates who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in a relevant financial field.

Applicants should have majors in:

• Accounting
• Financial Management
• Risk Management

The position carries reference number INTERN003 and is based in Riversdale.

Candidates must also be computer literate and able to communicate in two of the official languages of the Western Cape.

A Code B driver’s licence is recommended and may strengthen an application, but it is not listed as a compulsory requirement.

Who can apply for the Internal Audit Internship?

The Internal Audit Internship is aimed at graduates who want to develop practical experience within municipal auditing.

Applicants need a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma with majors in:

• Auditing
• Internal Audit

Candidates with qualifications covering either Auditing, Internal Audit or both may be considered.

The reference number for this opportunity is INTERN002.

As with the Financial Services position, applicants must be computer literate and able to communicate in two of the official languages of the Western Cape. A Code B driver’s licence is recommended.

How much do the Hessequa Municipality internships pay?

Both Financial Internship positions offer a gross annual salary of: R120,000 per year

This works out to a gross equivalent of R10,000 per month before any applicable deductions.

The internships are offered for two years, giving successful candidates an opportunity to gain extended workplace experience within a municipal financial environment.

How long will the internships run?

The Financial Services and Internal Audit internships are both offered on two-year fixed-term contracts.

During this period, graduates will have an opportunity to develop practical workplace experience related to their qualifications while working within Hessequa Municipality.

Candidates should keep in mind that successful applicants may be required to work in different areas within the municipality during their contract period.

Where will successful interns work?

The advertised positions are based in Riversdale in the Western Cape, but placement is not necessarily limited to Riversdale.

Successful candidates may be placed in different areas within Hessequa Municipality, including:

• Witsand
• Slangrivier
• Heidelberg
• Riversdale
• Still Bay
• Albertinia
• Gouritsmond

Candidates should therefore be prepared to work where they are placed within the municipal area.

Applications from candidates who live within the Hessequa Municipal Area will receive preference.

What skills do applicants need?

Both internships require candidates who are computer literate and able to communicate effectively in two of the official languages used in the Western Cape.

Applicants should also be prepared to work in a professional municipal environment where accuracy, communication and responsible handling of financial information are important.

A Code B driver’s licence is recommended for both positions, although candidates without one are not automatically excluded on that basis.

Most importantly, applicants must have the qualification that matches the internship they select. Financial Services candidates need a suitable Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management background, while Internal Audit candidates need an Auditing or Internal Audit background.

How can you apply for the Hessequa Municipality internships?

Hessequa Municipality provides several ways to submit an application. Candidates can apply online, by email, by hand delivery or by post.

Applicants who prefer to apply online can register on the municipality’s e-recruitment system and complete their application electronically.

Apply for Hessequa Municipality Financial Internships 2026

Applications can also be emailed to: applications@hessequa.gov.za

Candidates using email must make sure that the required municipal application form is completed and included with their submission.

For hand delivery, completed applications can be submitted at any Hessequa Municipal Office before the closing date.

Candidates who prefer to apply by post can send their application to:

Human Resources
Hessequa Municipality
PO Box 29
Riversdale
6670
Western Cape
South Africa

Applicants should allow enough time for postal applications to reach the municipality before the deadline.

Is the municipal application form compulsory?

Yes. Candidates must complete the required Hessequa Municipality application form when applying.

Applications submitted without the required application form will not be considered.

Applicants should complete the form carefully and make sure the information provided matches their supporting documents. The correct internship reference number should also be included so that the application can be considered for the intended position.

Use INTERN003 when applying for Financial Services and INTERN002 when applying for Internal Audit.

Will applicants undergo recruitment checks?

Candidates may be subject to checks as part of the recruitment process.

These can include:

• Reference checks
• Qualification verification
• Criminal-record checks

Submitting an application gives consent for the municipality to carry out the relevant checks.

Applicants should therefore make sure the qualifications, employment history and other information included in their application are accurate.

Who will receive preference?

Hessequa Municipality is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities and people from previously disadvantaged groups.

Employment Equity considerations may form part of the selection process, although they will not be the only factor considered.

Preference will also be given to applications from candidates within the Hessequa Municipal Area.

Applicants who meet the requirements should still submit an application even though meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee selection.

What application rules should candidates know?

Candidates should follow the municipality’s application requirements carefully because incomplete or late submissions may not be considered.

Applicants should remember that:

• Applications must arrive before the closing date.
• The required municipal application form must be included.
• The correct internship reference number should be used.
• Canvassing councillors, Appointment Committee members or municipal employees will result in disqualification.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Candidates should arrive on time if invited to an interview.
• The municipality may decide not to make an appointment.

Candidates who have not received feedback within three months after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.

When should applications be submitted?

Applications for both Hessequa Municipality Financial Internships must be submitted by 17 August 2026.

Candidates can choose between the approved online, email, postal and hand-delivery application methods, but the completed municipal application form must accompany the application.

Those applying by post should submit early enough for their documents to reach Riversdale before the deadline.

Who can you contact for more information?

Candidates who need additional information about the Financial Internship opportunities can contact Ms Jonecia Jansen on 028 713 7965.

Before applying, candidates should confirm that their qualification matches either Financial Services or Internal Audit, prepare the required municipal application form and use the correct reference number.

For graduates seeking practical experience in municipal finance, the two-year programme provides an opportunity to apply their academic training within a working local government environment while earning a gross salary of R120,000 per year.