Updated on September 15, 2025 – Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract Duration: 12 to 18 months
Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Introduction
Are you eager to start your career in the fast-paced world of retail? Pepkor Lifestyle, a division of one of South Africa’s most respected wholesale and retail groups, is inviting applications for its Graduate Internship Programme (12 months) and TVET Work Integrated Learning opportunity (18 months).
This exciting programme, funded by the Wholesale & Retail SETA (W&R SETA), is designed to give graduates and TVET learners real workplace experience, professional mentorship, and the skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive retail sector.
Pepkor strongly supports diversity, inclusion, and empowerment, and encourages candidates with disabilities to apply.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for the Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Internship 2025/2026, applicants must:
- Hold a Degree or Diploma in one of the following fields:
- Marketing Management
- Business Management / Business Administration
- Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology
- Digital / Marketing / E-commerce
- IT Project Administration / Project Management
- IT Information Systems / Business Information Technology
- Be a TVET College graduate seeking to complete an 18-month Work Integrated Learning programme.
Additional requirements include:
- Must be unemployed
- Must be a South African citizen with a valid SA ID
- Must be under the age of 32
- Must be suitably qualified from an accredited University, College, or Tertiary Institution
Skills and Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to challenges
- Strong initiative and problem-solving skills
- Teamwork and interpersonal effectiveness
- Independence and self-motivation
- Resilience and professionalism
- Good communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
- High work ethic with customer service orientation
What the Programme Offers
The Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Internship gives you the opportunity to:
- Gain structured workplace experience with support from senior mentors
- Work across different retail functions and store environments
- Benefit from career growth opportunities and professional development
- Acquire hands-on practical training aligned with retail best practices
Key Responsibilities
As a Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Intern, you will:
- Participate in onboarding and induction programmes
- Assist with operational duties under supervision of senior employees
- Conduct research on industry trends and new technologies
- Gain hands-on experience by visiting retail stores and operational sites
- Deliver presentations and reports as part of your evaluations
- Support business objectives through additional assigned tasks
Application Requirements
When applying, ensure you include:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID (not older than 3 months)
- Certified copies of qualifications and transcripts/tertiary results
Apply Online for the Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Internship 2025/2026
Important: Only candidates who submit all required documents will receive first consideration.
Closing Date
Applications for the Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Internship 2025/2026 close on 30 September 2025.
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Conclusion
The Pepkor Lifestyle Graduate Internship 2025/2026, funded by the W&R SETA, is an excellent opportunity for South African graduates and TVET learners ready to launch their careers in retail. With structured mentorship, exposure to real-world retail operations, and opportunities for career growth, this programme provides everything you need to take your professional journey forward.
If you meet the requirements and are passionate about retail, apply today and take the first step towards a successful career with Pepkor Lifestyle.
