Company: Primedia
Industry: Media & Broadcasting
Job Category: Graduate Internship Programme
Location: Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa
Contract Type: Internship (12 Months)
Remuneration: Monthly stipend
EE Position: Yes
Closing Date: 24 July 2025
Introduction
Primedia, a leading media and advertising powerhouse in South Africa, is offering exciting 12-month internship opportunities to unemployed graduates in Johannesburg and Cape Town. These internships are part of the Primedia Graduate Internship Programme 2025, aimed at enhancing youth employability by offering real-world work experience in a dynamic, fast-paced media environment. With divisions like Primedia Broadcasting, Primedia Outdoor, and Primedia Lifestyle, this opportunity is ideal for young professionals looking to break into the media, broadcasting, project management, IT, and facilities sectors.
Interns will be placed in various departments where they will learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects across the company’s diverse operations. This programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic training and the workplace, while building critical professional networks and skills that are in demand in the South African economy.
Job Description
The Primedia Internship Programme 2025 spans multiple business units and focuses on practical work exposure. Interns will be mentored by industry professionals and gain hands-on experience aligned with their academic qualifications.
Available internship roles include:
- Marketing Intern (Primedia Head Office)
- Facilities Admin Intern (Primedia Head Office)
- Site Rental Intern (Primedia Outdoor)
- Finance Administrator & Creditors Intern (Primedia Outdoor)
- Project Coordinator Intern (Primedia Outdoor)
- Digital Content Scheduler Intern (Primedia Outdoor)
- Helpdesk Intern (Primedia Outdoor)
Each role offers in-depth exposure to daily operations, administrative responsibilities, project coordination, and more. Interns will work on meaningful assignments that contribute to departmental objectives while building job readiness skills.
Ideal Candidate
Primedia is seeking dynamic, motivated, and eager-to-learn graduates who want to make an impact in the media and communication space. The ideal candidate should:
- Reside in Gauteng or Cape Town
- Be unemployed and a South African citizen
- Possess the required academic qualifications for the role
- Be available for a 12-month full-time placement starting August 2025
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic, creativity, and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Show willingness to learn and adapt in a highly dynamic sector
Role Responsibility
Each intern will be expected to:
- Support departmental goals through structured learning activities
- Participate in projects and perform assigned duties under supervision
- Assist with administrative tasks and process improvement initiatives
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Report regularly on progress and contribute ideas during team meetings
- Apply academic knowledge to real-world challenges
- Uphold Primedia’s core values of innovation, integrity, and excellence
Skills and Attributes
To succeed in this internship, candidates should demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
Marketing Intern
- Creativity and innovation
- Understanding of marketing principles
- Excellent communication and copywriting skills
- Interest in digital campaigns and brand management
Facilities Admin Intern
- Organizational skills
- Familiarity with office or facilities management procedures
- Ability to multitask and support operational processes
- Attention to detail and time management
Site Rental Intern
- Strong numerical reasoning
- Basic finance or property rental knowledge
- Good reporting and tracking skills
Finance Administrator & Creditors Intern
- Basic understanding of finance or accounting principles
- Accuracy and efficiency with invoicing and reconciliation
- MS Excel proficiency
Project Coordinator Intern
- Coordination and scheduling skills
- Ability to work on multiple assignments
- Time management and task prioritization
Digital Content Scheduler Intern
- Passion for media and content creation
- Familiarity with digital platforms
- Good eye for detail and accuracy
Helpdesk Intern
- Technical troubleshooting ability
- Familiarity with IT support processes
- Strong customer service orientation
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Position Summary
Primedia’s 2025 Graduate Internship Programme presents a rare opportunity to gain real-world work experience at one of South Africa’s most respected media organisations. With departments ranging from marketing to IT, this internship provides young South Africans the perfect platform to gain exposure, refine their skills, and grow professionally.
As an intern at Primedia, you will not only be working alongside some of the brightest minds in the media sector, but you’ll also be part of a company that values innovation, creativity, and growth. You’ll be supported by experienced mentors, get access to real-time projects, and develop competencies that will give you a competitive edge in the job market.
If you meet the criteria and are passionate about media, communication, IT, finance, or project coordination, this programme is your gateway to an exciting and impactful career.
How to Apply
To apply, ensure you submit:
- A comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of your qualifications
- Certified copy of your ID
Applications close on 24 July 2025. Be sure to apply well before the deadline to avoid missing out. Successful candidates will be contacted directly by Primedia’s HR team.
This is not just another internship – it’s a launchpad into the future of South African media.