Are you ready to take the first bold step toward a rewarding career in real estate, sustainability, and innovation? Growthpoint, South Africa’s largest JSE-listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), is inviting ambitious graduates to join its Graduate Internship Programme 2026. With opportunities available in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, this programme is tailored to nurture talent, accelerate learning, and equip you with the tools to thrive in the property industry.
Why Growthpoint?
Growthpoint manages a diverse portfolio of over 490 commercial, retail, and industrial properties across South Africa, Australia, and Eastern Europe. Their vision goes beyond owning buildings—they create sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking spaces where people and businesses flourish. By joining the Graduate Programme, you’ll play a direct role in shaping these environments while developing your career.
Programme Overview
The 11-month programme is an immersive journey where graduates gain real-world exposure, hands-on responsibilities, and structured development. You’ll:
- Apply your academic knowledge in practice.
- Collaborate with senior leaders on impactful projects.
- Explore different property sectors and functions.
- Contribute to sustainable, innovative solutions.
- Build a strong professional network across South Africa.
To accelerate your learning, you’ll also attend a role-specific learnership, ensuring your skills are sharpened for long-term success. Each graduate is guided by a Senior Manager mentor, providing feedback, direction, and career support.
What You’ll Be Doing
From the first day, you’ll be empowered to make an impact. Expect to:
- Solve real problems and drive innovation in property solutions.
- Draft professional reports, presentations, and recommendations.
- Support strategic projects by monitoring progress and reviewing action plans.
- Build meaningful relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Take ownership of your personal development while contributing to Growthpoint’s long-term goals.
This programme is about more than just work—it’s about equipping you with the confidence, skills, and insight to shape the future of real estate.
Who Can Apply
Growthpoint welcomes graduates who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. If your qualification supports the property industry, you’re encouraged to apply. Fields include:
- Built Environment & Engineering: Property Studies, Quantity Surveying, Building Science, Construction, Civil or Electrical Engineering.
- Information Technology: Data Science, Informatics, Robotics, AI, or Computer Science.
- Management Sciences: Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, BCom degrees linked to HR.
- Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG): Sustainability, Environmental Science, Social Impact.
- Legal: Corporate Legal, Compliance, and Governance (excluding attorney admission).
How to Apply
APPLY FOR THE GROWTHPOINT GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME HERE
Skills and Attributes
To excel, candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.
- Confidence with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A proactive, independent, and resilient mindset.
Growthpoint also values trust, collaboration, adaptability, and a hunger to learn—qualities that set graduates apart in this competitive industry.
If you’re passionate about real estate, sustainability, and innovation, this is your chance to start your career with one of South Africa’s most influential property leaders.
CLOSING DATE: 7 NOVEMBER 2025
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