Graduate Internship - Degree, Diploma and TVET (W&R SETA funded) Sandton, Gauteng | Contract | Posted 25 May 2026 – Closing Date 30 June 2026 Job Description Introduction Are you ready to step into the fast‑paced and dynamic world of retail? Pepkor Lifestyle (Retail Division) is looking for young, vibrant, and passionate graduates to join our team at Head Office (Johannesburg), through a 12‑month Graduate Programme and an 18‑month TVET Work Integrated Learning experience, funded by the Wholesale & Retail SETA. As part of one of South Africa’s largest and most respected wholesale and retail groups, this programme is designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on experience in a variety of retail environments. You'll gain exposure to our brands, systems, and operations, while developing the professional and leadership skills needed to build a successful career in the retail industry. We’re not just building careers, we’re building diverse, inclusive, and empowered teams. That’s why we actively encourage candidates with disabilities to apply. Ability to learn quickly Resilience and adaptability Ability to take initiative Critically analyze information and use judgement to make decisions Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment Ability to build and maintain working relationships High standard of work ethic Good presentation skills as well as strong written and verbal communication Understanding and ability to enhance customer services Job Specification The primary aim of this opportunity is to develop young, motivated and high performing graduates who will infuse their talent into the organization. The graduates will be given structured workplace experience. Key Responsibilities (but not limited to) Required to attend all on‑boarding / induction programmes and meetings that provide information about the different functions of the company Execute duties as required, under the supervision of senior employees Perform research and document trends within the various functions of the company such as new technology that can be implemented, best practices, etc. Visit different locations / stores to gain hands‑on working experience Make presentations on which they may be evaluated Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives Applicant Requirements Suitably qualified from an accredited university/tertiary institution Must be unemployed Must be a South African citizen with a valid SA ID Must be under the age of 32 Required Documents Updated CV Certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID copy, certificate/qualifications, transcript/tertiary results Important note: Candidates who have successfully sent their documents will receive first consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr