PSiRA YES Internships 2026 | Centurion, South Africa

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Organisation: Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA)
Programme: YES (Youth Employment Service) Internship Programme
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Closing Date: 16 January 2026

Introduction

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) invites applications from unemployed and suitably qualified South African graduates to participate in the YES Internship Programme 2026. This programme is designed to provide structured workplace experience, professional exposure, and practical skills development within a statutory public-sector environment.

These internships are ideal for graduates who are passionate about public administration, regulation, compliance, and governance, and who want to build meaningful careers while contributing to professionalism and accountability in South Africa’s private security industry.

About PSiRA

PSiRA is a South African statutory body established to regulate the private security industry. The Authority is responsible for:

  • Registering and monitoring security service providers
  • Enforcing compliance with relevant legislation
  • Setting industry standards
  • Promoting ethical conduct, professionalism, and accountability

About the PSiRA YES Internship Programme

The YES Internship Programme offers participants a 12-month fixed-term placement with hands-on exposure across various PSiRA divisions. The programme supports employment equity and youth development, providing graduates with practical experience aligned to their qualifications.

Interns will gain valuable insights into regulatory operations, administration, compliance, and support services, enhancing employability and workplace readiness.

Internship Duration & Stipend

Contract Period: 12 Months

Monthly Stipend:

  • NQF Level 6: R5 000 per month
  • NQF Level 7: R6 000 per month
  • NQF Level 8: R7 000 per month

Available YES Internship Opportunities

YES Programme – Registration

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Business Administration
    • Business Management
    • Public Management
    • Public Administration
    • Office Management and Technology
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Security and Information

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in Security Management or equivalent

YES Programme – Research and Development

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Honours in Social Science or equivalent

YES Programme – Records Management

Qualifications:

  • BCom Information Management
  • BA Information Science
  • Archival Science
  • Degree in Records Management

YES Programme – Finance

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Accounting
    • Cost Accounting
    • Management Accounting
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Business Information Technology

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Information Technology
    • Information Systems
    • Computer Science
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Supply Chain Management

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Supply Chain Management
    • Logistics
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Communications

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Media Studies
    • Marketing
    • Communications
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Occupational Health and Safety

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Safety Management
    • Occupational Health and Safety
    • Environmental Science

YES Programme – Call Centre

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Office Administration
    • Relevant Customer Service qualification
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Human Resource Management

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent

YES Programme – Training

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Business Management
    • Education
    • Training
    • Administration
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Special Operations

Qualifications:

  • National Diploma / Degree in:
    • Policing
    • Criminal Justice
    • Forensic Investigations
    • Or equivalent

YES Programme – Legal Administration

Qualifications:

  • LLB Degree or equivalent

Why This Opportunity Matters

  • Gain experience within a national statutory authority
  • Develop skills in regulation, governance, and public administration
  • Receive a monthly stipend while gaining work experience
  • Improve employability through structured, supervised training
  • Contribute to youth employment and transformation initiatives

Important Disclaimer

This website is not the hiring organisation. We publish internship information for awareness purposes only. No application fees are charged, and applicants should apply only through the official PSiRA recruitment platform.

How to Apply

Prepare an updated CV and certified copies of your qualifications, then submit your application through the official PSiRA YES Internship application portal.

APPLY HERE

👉 Applications close on 16 January 2026.
Early applications are encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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