The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) is proud to present its latest Graduate Internship Programme, designed to empower unemployed graduates and fast-track their entry into the professional workforce. If you hold a qualification in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Graphic Design, Records Management, Archival Studies, Information Science, or Library and Information Studies, this 18-month internship could be your launchpad to a successful career.
Why the W&RSETA Internship Programme Matters
The W&RSETA has long been a champion of youth development in South Africa’s wholesale and retail sectors. By providing structured workplace exposure and mentorship through its internship initiatives, the SETA ensures that young graduates are equipped with not just theoretical knowledge, but also practical experience that enhances employability.
This internship offers successful candidates the opportunity to work in either:
- Marketing, Communication and Stakeholder Management, or
- Records Management
These departments are integral to the smooth functioning of any organization, and interning within them exposes graduates to real-world industry practices, dynamic communication strategies, and compliance-based records systems.
Internship Overview
- Duration: 18 Months
- Target Group: Unemployed South African graduates
- Location: Various W&RSETA regional and head offices (location specifics may vary)
- Stipend: Monthly stipend offered (amount typically aligned with SETA standards)
- Departments:
- Marketing, Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Records Management
Who Should Apply?
If you are passionate about communication, stakeholder engagement, or managing organizational knowledge, and you meet the following academic requirements, you are encouraged to apply:
For Marketing, Communication and Stakeholder Management:
- Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in:
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Journalism
- Graphic Design
For Records Management:
- Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in:
- Records Management
- Archival Studies
- Information Science
- Library and Information Studies
Benefits of Joining the Programme
- Gain hands-on work experience in a nationally recognized organization
- Develop critical professional networks within the wholesale and retail sector
- Receive mentorship from experienced professionals
- Improve your employability and CV with practical knowledge and skills
- Receive a monthly stipend to support you during the internship period
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- a detailed CV
- ID
- Academic qualifications
- Academic transcript
- Compose a motivational letter indicating the preferred department
Applications should be forwarded to: Libokanyo Khumalo (Senior Manager: HR) at Vacancies@wrseta.org.za
DOWNLOAD THE W&RSETA GRADUATE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME ADVERT HERE
Our Conclusion:
This internship is more than just an opportunity—it’s a stepping stone toward meaningful employment in South Africa’s growing wholesale and retail sectors. Don’t let unemployment define your future. Apply now and let W&RSETA help shape your professional journey.
CLOSING DATE: 25 JULY 2025
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