The Brand South Africa Internship Programme 2026 is a highly competitive opportunity that places you at the heart of national branding efforts through one-year, full-time placements.

About the Organisation

Brand South Africa is the country’s official marketing agency, tasked with promoting South Africa’s reputation globally, enhancing competitiveness, and inspiring national pride.

Its values include Determination, Integrity, Diversity, Innovation, Cooperation, and Ubuntu.

Positions Available

There are eight internship roles on offer across key departments:

  1. Research (2 positions): Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or Mathematics
  2. Global Markets (1): Digital Marketing, Advertising, Brand Management, or Marketing
  3. Stakeholder Relations (1): Stakeholder Management, Public Relations, Project Management, Marketing, Development Studies, or Communications
  4. Information Technology (1): IT or Computer Science (Certifications like CompTIA A+, N+, Microsoft are advantageous)
  5. Office of the CEO (1): Commerce, Economics, Marketing, or Communications
  6. Governance, Legal & Board Secretariat (1): Law or equivalent
  7. Finance (1): Accounting or related finance qualification

Benefits for Recipients

  • 12-month paid internship providing hands-on experience in your field
  • A unique opportunity to contribute to Brand South Africa’s mission and national strategy

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

  1. Be a South African citizen
  2. Be unemployed at the time of applying
  3. Have no prior professional work experience
  4. Hold a relevant Diploma or Degree as required for the selected department

How to Apply

Submit your application via email to: [email protected].

Use the subject line format: “[Department Name] Internship Application” (e.g., “Research Internship Application”)
Include:

  • Updated CV
  • Certified copy of your South African ID
  • Certified academic qualifications
  • Full academic transcript

Closing Date

The application deadline for the 2026 programme was 22 August 2025.

Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Contact Details

For further information, contact:

  • Sabelo Gumede or Nicholus Maphakela
  • Telephone: 011 483 0122

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