Apply for a job at Cape Town

Apply for a job at the City

All job vacancies at the City are listed in our job search app.

To apply for a job, first register for e-Services, activate the Careers service and create your online CV. You can then find a position through our job search app, and apply.

Executive careers

If you are an experienced professional or have scarce and highly needed skills, you can apply for an executive position within the City.

EPWP employment database

We offer temporary work opportunities as part of our Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). Anyone can apply, including people with disabilities.

To access these opportunities, please register on the EPWP jobseekers database at your local subcouncil office.
You will need to take along your CV and ID, or valid work permit.

Apply for work experience

If you are a high school learner or university student you can job shadow a City staff member, while university students can also apply for vacation or field work.

Find out more about Applying for work experience at the City.

Apply for a bursary

You can apply for a bursary if you are a full-time student at an approved tertiary institution. You must also be registered for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree or diploma in one of our approved scarce skills fields.

Find out more about Financial Support and funding from the City of Cape Town.

Apply for a graduate internship

If you have recently graduated and would like to gain valuable practical experience, you can apply for a graduate internship with the City.

City career guides

Below is a list of useful resources related to career opportunities at the City:

• Careers Guideline: The careers at the City and what you need to qualify.
• Development Management: Working in the Development Management Department.
• Environmental Management: Working in the Environmental Management Department.
• Scarce Skills 2021: A list of scarce skills in high demand at the City.

You may also want to see our page on career advice and support if you are a recent graduate entering the working world.