The City of Johannesburg is calling on creative, ambitious, and design-driven young people to apply for the Marketing and Events Graphic Design Internship Programme for the 2025/2027 intake. If you are passionate about visual communication, branding, digital content creation and municipal storytelling — this opportunity is for you.
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Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Programme | Marketing and Events Graphic Design Internship |
| Duration | 2025 – 2027 |
| Stipend | R10 109.86 per month (no additional benefits) |
| Location | 61 Jorrisen Street, Thuso House |
| Eligibility | City of Johannesburg residents only |
| Closing Date | 27 November 2025 |
| Apply Online | Link provided below |
About the City of Johannesburg
The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality is South Africa’s largest urban economy and a central hub for business, innovation, culture, tourism, and creative industries. Through its Communications and Stakeholder Management Unit, the City aims to strengthen transparent governance, improve public engagement, and enhance civic participation.
The Marketing and Events Graphic Design Internship forms part of the City’s broader commitment to developing young creative professionals who can shape the city’s identity through impactful, professional, and innovative design work.
About the Internship
The successful candidate will join the Strategic Communications team, contributing to the City’s brand identity, marketing materials, digital content, and promotional campaigns across multiple departments.
This internship provides hands-on experience in:
- Graphic design for print and digital platforms
- Social media visual content
- Branding and visual identity
- Infographics, animations, and multimedia
- Concept creation, design drafting and layout development
- Working with high-level stakeholders in Group Finance and related entities
This is an excellent opportunity for a young designer seeking real industry experience, portfolio development, and professional growth within the public sector.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following:
- Grade 12 / Matric
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in:
- Graphic Design
- Computer Graphics
- Visual Arts
- Marketing
- Web Design
- Or a related creative field
- Strong knowledge of graphic design principles and tools
- Ability to work with software such as:
- Adobe Illustrator
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- After Effects
- Premiere Pro
- Toon Boom (advantageous)
- Must be a resident of the City of Johannesburg
Primary Function of the Role
The intern will support the City’s Communications and Stakeholder Management Unit by:
- Creating original graphic design material
- Developing comprehensive layouts and visual concepts
- Managing design projects from start to completion
- Producing digital and print visual content
- Supporting internal departments with visual communication material
- Designing illustrations, infographics, and multimedia content
- Ensuring brand consistency across City platforms
- Collaborating with Group Finance units including:
- Group Treasury
- Revenue Shared Services Centre
- Supply Chain Management
- Group Accounting
- Group Property
- And others
Key Learning Areas
Interns will gain practical exposure in:
- Developing new creative design strategies
- Managing digital communication channels
- Reviewing City graphic design performance and impact
- Researching trends and technologies in visual communication
- Creating professional content across print and digital formats
Leading Competencies
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Strong communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Attention to detail
- Good planning and organisational abilities
- Problem-solving ability
- Emotional intelligence
- Basic content creation and writing ability
- Concept development and presentation skills
- Graphic design and web design capability
- Analytical and data-driven thinking
How to Apply
Click the link below to submit your application online:
Apply Here:
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Who qualifies for this internship?
Young people with an NQF Level 6 qualification in Graphic Design or a related field, who live within the City of Johannesburg.
- Do I need experience to apply?
No formal experience is required, but strong design skills and software proficiency are essential.
- Will I receive a stipend?
Yes, interns earn R10 109.86 per month.
- Is this internship only for creatives?
Yes, the role is specifically for those in graphic design, digital communication, visual arts, and related fields.
- Can non-residents of Johannesburg apply?
No. Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.
Enquiries: Thabiso Nkosi – (011) 021 5802
CLOSING DATE: 27 NOVEMBER 2025
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