Launch your retail career with the leading retailer Pepkor who have graduate internships available now. Apply today and gain the skills to succeed in South Africa’s vibrant wholesale and retail sector!
Pepkor Graduate Internship Programme 2026 Now Open For Applications
Pepkor Lifestyle is inviting unemployed graduates and TVET college students to apply for its Wholesale and Retail SETA-funded Work Integrated Learning Programme.
This graduate internship programme offers young South Africans the opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while building their careers within one of the country’s largest wholesale and retail groups.
The programme runs for 12 months for graduates and 18 months for TVET students requiring practical workplace training.
About The Pepkor Internship Programme
Pepkor is looking for passionate, motivated and energetic young people who are eager to develop their professional skills and gain hands-on industry experience.
Successful candidates will receive structured workplace exposure across different business functions while working alongside experienced professionals.
Fields Of Study Accepted
Applications are open to graduates and students with qualifications in the following fields:
- Business Management or Business Administration
- Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB), BCom Law or BCom Risk Management
- BCom Financial Management
- BSc or BCom Software Engineering
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management N6
- IT Project Administration or Project Management
- IT Information Systems or Business Information Technology N6
Graduates from TVET colleges and Higher Education and Training (HET) institutions who require 18 months of practical workplace experience are also encouraged to apply.
What The Internship Offers
The Pepkor Graduate Programme provides:
- Structured workplace training and development
- Exposure to different departments and business operations
- Support from experienced professionals and mentors
- Opportunities for career growth within the retail industry
- Hands-on experience through store and location visits
Key Responsibilities
Interns will be expected to:
- Attend onboarding and induction programmes
- Perform duties under the supervision of senior staff
- Conduct research and identify industry trends and best practices
- Visit stores and operational sites for practical experience
- Prepare and deliver presentations
- Assist with additional business-related tasks when required
Minimum Requirements
To apply for the Pepkor Internship Programme, applicants must:
- Hold a qualification from an accredited university or tertiary institution
- Be unemployed
- Be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID
- Be younger than 32 years old
- Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Skills And Competencies Required
Pepkor is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Strong willingness to learn
- Adaptability and resilience
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- The ability to work independently and in teams
- A strong work ethic and customer service orientation
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- An updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications and academic transcripts
Please note that certified documents must not be older than three months.
Why Apply For The Pepkor Graduate Programme?
This SETA-funded internship programme provides valuable workplace exposure for graduates and TVET students looking to improve their employability and gain practical retail industry experience.
It is an excellent opportunity for young South Africans to develop professional skills while working within a leading retail and wholesale company.