Company: MANCOSA (PTY) LTD – Powered by Granger Talent Solutions
Industry: Financial Services, Sales and Marketing, Education
Job Category: Internship – Graduate Development
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Internship
Remuneration: Stipend-based (performance and learning-linked)
EE Position: Yes – Open to all qualifying South African youth
Closing Date: 14 July 2025
Introduction
MANCOSA (PTY) LTD, a respected private higher education institution, in collaboration with Granger Talent Solutions, is offering an exciting BCom Finance/Sales and Marketing Internship based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This graduate opportunity is tailored for young professionals eager to launch their careers in the short-term insurance, sales, and financial services sectors.
The internship is not only a foot in the door but a developmental journey for high-calibre individuals with entrepreneurial drive, strategic thinking, and the ambition to thrive in a performance-oriented environment. By joining this internship, you will gain exposure to real-world applications in insurance, sales, and client relationship management, while building a solid foundation for future leadership roles in the industry.
Job Description
The role blends hands-on experience with in-depth exposure to the key functions of short-term insurance, covering both niche and general market segments. It is structured to provide participants with broad-based training in underwriting, claims handling, client engagement, and strategic sales.
Interns will receive mentorship and guidance from seasoned professionals while participating in a structured training programme designed to deepen understanding of:
- Insurance legislation and compliance
- Domestic and commercial underwriting
- Risk management strategy
- Business development
- Customer service excellence
This opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to build long-term careers in finance, insurance marketing, and client advisory services.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a driven, early-career graduate with a strong academic foundation, a passion for customer engagement, and the confidence to think and act strategically in a fast-paced professional environment.
Key Requirements:
- South African citizen currently based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Finance, Financial Services, Sales, Economics, Marketing, or Risk Management)
- No more than two years of full-time work experience
- High academic and ethical standards
- Willingness to work in a dynamic and performance-based setting
Role Responsibility
Interns will be directly involved in:
- Underwriting and Claims Support: Assisting with domestic and commercial policy assessments, claim processing, and product-specific policy wording interpretation
- Sales and Client Relations: Supporting client onboarding, insurance solution development, and policy administration
- Compliance Training: Working towards becoming an accredited representative under FAIS Law to offer professional insurance advisory services
- Risk Solutions Development: Contributing to the creation of custom risk strategies, including profit share, captive products, and self-funded facilities
- Reporting and Analysis: Assisting in business intelligence gathering, customer data analysis, and report generation
- Digital Engagement: Using Microsoft 365 tools and CRM platforms to support digital communication, record-keeping, and team collaboration
Interns will engage across all levels of the business and gain a 360-degree perspective of the insurance and finance ecosystem.
Skills and Attributes
Candidates are expected to demonstrate a range of personal and professional attributes aligned with the demands of the internship and future leadership roles in the sector.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership Potential: Ability to guide and inspire others, take initiative, and deliver results in team settings
- Self-Motivation & Drive: Strong desire to exceed expectations, meet goals, and push personal limits
- Interpersonal Excellence: Outgoing personality with the ability to engage and build trust with diverse teams and clients
- Problem Solving & Innovation: Analytical thinker with a creative and strategic approach to challenges
- Technological Proficiency: Competent with Microsoft 365 tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook
- Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication across all levels of interaction
- Time Management: Ability to balance multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-performance environment
This role is ideal for individuals who want to transition from graduate student to professional, with tangible contributions to client service, operational efficiency, and business growth.
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Position Summary
The BCom Finance/Sales and Marketing Internship with MANCOSA and Granger Talent Solutions offers an incredible opportunity for recent graduates to:
- Receive intensive industry training
- Build a foundation in short-term insurance and financial advisory services
- Learn from leaders in the industry
- Progress towards long-term career prospects based on performance
- Develop both hard skills (technical) and soft skills (communication, problem-solving)
This is more than just an internship—it’s a career accelerator for ambitious individuals ready to step into the world of professional finance and insurance sales.
Whether you’re driven by client service, passionate about financial advisory, or looking to bring innovative thinking to traditional insurance challenges, this role equips you to make your mark.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing the opportunity. The application window closes on 14 July 2025.
https://youtu.be/7DTHdNNqqQQ (Job Introduction Video)
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Application Checklist:
- Updated and professional CV
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified academic transcript and qualifications
- Proof of Durban residence
- Cover letter (optional but recommended) highlighting why you’re the best fit for this role
Closing Date: 14 July 2025
Important Notice: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not hear back within three weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
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