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National Internship Programme

Overview

The programme offers unemployed citizen graduates a platform  to develop work skills and experiences that will support them in the transition from school-life/academia to the working environment through attachments in various organisations in Botswana. Placement is done for a maximum period of two (2) years by the Department of Employment Services. Selection is done on a first come basis by considering the available vacancy, qualification and place of service.

 

Who is eligible?

 Unemployed citizens under 35 years of age with graduate qualifications

How do I get this service?
  • Complete and submit the Internship Application Form
  • Receive acknowledgement letter with a reference number 
  • Government departments, State Owned Enterprises, Private sector, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)s and CBOs express intention to enrol graduates through a Request Form
  • The applicant will receive a telephone call once placement is secured by the Department of Employment Services  
  • The Intern will complete and submit Return Slip Form
  • The Intern's performance is monitored through a Performance Contract Form
  • The intern is eligible for monthly allowance by submitting a Confirmation Form
  • The Intern can transfer once after three (3) months by filling a Transfer Form
  • The Intern can opt for reinstatement by filling a Reinstatement Form
  • The Intern can choose to exit the programme before or at end of two years for various reasons by filling an Exit Form.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang)
  • A certified copy of academic qualifications
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Official Transcript 
  • Completion letter if the Official Transcript does not show completion status/date of completion 
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How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) working days depending on availability slot

Where can I obtain this service?

Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs

Department of Employment Services

Government Enclave, Block 8 Building 

Private Bag 354, Gaborone   

 

How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana (mandatory)

Keywords

Department of Employment Services

Synonyms

Internship in Botswana, working scholarship for youth in Botswana,

Ministry submitting this Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs

Department of Employment Services

Government Enclave, Block 8 Building 

Private Bag 354, Gaborone

Tel; +267 3165006/ 3104224/46

Whatsapps line   +267 71810127 

email: desinfo [at] gov.bw (desinfo[at]gov[dot]bw) / desinfobw [at] gmail.com      

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 1630 Monday to Friday except Public Holidays.

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