SanParks are recruiting 250 young people to work as Tourism Monitors to work at some of the top local tourism destinations across the country. Apply now!
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Apply Now: SANParks Tourism Monitors Internship Programme 2025
The South African National Parks (SANParks), in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, is inviting applications for the Tourism Monitors Internship Programme. This seven-month programme offers training and work experience opportunities for unemployed youth across various national parks in South Africa.
Programme Overview:
250 participants will be appointed to take part in the SANParks Tourism Monitors Programme. The programme is part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and provides both theoretical training and hands-on practical experience.
This programme offers theoretical training and hands-on experience, with successful candidates deployed to nearby national parks and tourism sites.
Successful candidates will receive a daily stipend of R5000 to R7000 per month and must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
Locations Include:
Addo Elephant National Park
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Karoo National Park
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Kruger National Park
Mapungubwe National Park
Mokala National Park
Mountain Zebra National Park
Table Mountain National Park
|Ai-|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park
Minimum Requirements:
• South African citizen with a certified copy of ID
• Aged between 18 and 35
• Must be unemployed
• Minimum qualification: Matric or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• A qualification in tourism or an environmental field is an advantage
• Must live within 40km to 100km of one of the listed parks (proof of residence required)
• Must have reliable transport to and from the worksite
• Applicants must be physically fit – fitness tests may be required (run, pushups, sit-ups)
• Must have a genuine interest in the tourism industry
• Only one applicant per household may apply
• No affidavits accepted as proof of residence
How to Apply:
Apply online via the SA Youth website.
Click on the link that is closest to you:
Department of Tourism Eastern Cape
Department of Tourism Free State
Department of Tourism Kwa-Zulu Natal
Department of Tourism Mpumalanga
Department of Tourism Northern Cape
Department of Tourism North West
Department of Tourism Western Cape
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