Are you a candidate interested in gaining valuable work experience while contributing to South Africa’s national development goals? The Brand South Africa Internship Programme 2025 / 2026 offers unemployed graduates an opportunity to develop their professional skills, enhance their employability, and play an active role in promoting South Africa’s image locally and globally.
Who is Brand South Africa
Brand South Africa is the official marketing agency of the country, tasked with enhancing South Africa’s reputation and improving its global competitiveness. The organisation’s work supports the National Development Plan (NDP) by driving initiatives that inspire pride, patriotism, and active citizenship among South Africans. Brand South Africa operates with core values such as Determination, Integrity, Diversity, Innovation, Cooperation, and Ubuntu.
What is the Internship Programme
The Brand South Africa Internship Programme is designed for unemployed graduates with no previous professional working experience. It offers hands-on exposure to various fields within the organisation, enabling participants to gain practical workplace skills while contributing to the mission of building a positive national brand.
What you will gain
- Practical work experience in a professional environment
- Industry-relevant skills in research, marketing, IT, law, finance, and stakeholder relations
- Exposure to national and global market strategies
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals and government stakeholders
- Enhanced employability for future career opportunities
Candidate role during the programme
- Assist in departmental projects and initiatives
- Support daily operations within assigned business units
- Participate in research, analysis, and reporting activities
- Engage with stakeholders and contribute to strategic planning
- Uphold Brand South Africa’s values in all tasks and interactions
Programmes/Jobs offered
- Internship: Research
- Internship: Global Markets
- Internship: Stakeholder Relations
- Internship: Information Technology
- Internship: Office of the CEO
- Internship: Governance, Legal & Board Secretariat
- Internship: Finance
Are you eligible? Requirements
- Must be an unemployed South African graduate
- Must have no previous professional work experience
- Must possess a relevant Diploma or Degree in the applicable field
Qualifications per Internship field
- Research: Diploma or Degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics
- Global Markets: Diploma or Degree in Digital Marketing, Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing
- Stakeholder Relations: Diploma or Degree in Stakeholder Management, Public Relations, Project Management, Marketing, Development Studies, Communications
- Information Technology: Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related ICT qualification (Certifications such as CompTIA A+, N+, Microsoft are an added advantage)
- Office of the CEO: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Economics, Marketing, Communications
- Governance, Legal & Board Secretariat: Bachelor’s Degree in Law or related field
- Finance: Diploma or Degree in Accounting or related qualification
Ideal candidate exhibits
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team and independently
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Commitment to learning and personal development
- Professionalism and integrity
Core skill values
- Determination
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Innovation
- Cooperation
- Ubuntu
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How to apply?
- Prepare your updated CV and certified copies of your qualifications
- Submit your application through the official Brand South Africa careers platform or specified application email in the advert
- Ensure you apply for the correct internship field matching your qualification
Application commencement: Already open – apply now
Stipend/Remuneration: Market-related stipend (details provided upon successful placement)
Closing date: As per official Brand South Africa advertisement (apply early to avoid missing the deadline)
Applicants should forward CVs, Qualifications, Academic Record and ID copy.
Send Applications to: Recruitment@brandsouthafrica.com (Indicate on the subject line the position you are applying for, e.g. Research Internship)