12-Month Paid Internship Opportunity in Johannesburg

Are you ready to kickstart your professional journey with one of the world’s leading consumer goods companies?

Unilever South Africa is seeking ambitious young South Africans to join our transformative Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme – a unique 12-month internship designed to ignite your potential and fast-track your career development.

Why Choose Unilever?

With 3.4 billion people across 190+ countries using our trusted brands daily, Unilever creates real global impact. From Dove and Lipton to Knorr and Hellmann’s, our purpose-driven approach to sustainable living shapes the future of business. When you join us, you’re not just starting a job – you’re becoming part of a movement that believes doing business the right way drives superior performance.

What Makes This Programme Special?

This isn’t your typical internship. The YES Programme offers:

• Real-world experience across diverse business functions
• Hands-on learning in a fast-paced, professional environment
• Meaningful work that contributes to actual business outcomes
• Skills development that prepares you for long-term career success
• Exposure to industry-leading practices and global standards

Available Opportunities

You’ll have the chance to work in exciting departments including:

Customer Development – Build relationships with major retailers and drive sales growth
Marketing – Shape brand strategies and consumer engagement campaigns
Supply Chain – Manage end-to-end product delivery processes
Finance – Support financial planning, analysis, and reporting
Human Resources – Drive talent management and organizational development
Information Technology – Power digital transformation initiatives
Mechanical Engineering – Work on cutting-edge manufacturing projects
Communications – Manage internal and external brand communications

Who We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• South African citizen aged 18-34
• Completed Grade 12 certificate
• Currently unemployed and not studying full-time
• Maximum 2 years work experience
• Strong computer literacy and communication skills
• Commitment to the full 12-month programme

What Sets You Apart:

• Tertiary qualification (advantageous)
• Excellent academic record
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude
• Strong time management abilities
• Alignment with Unilever’s core behaviors: Care Deeply, Focus on What Counts, Stay Three Steps Ahead, and Deliver with Excellence

Your Next Steps

Ready to transform your career prospects? Submit your application including:

• Updated CV
• Copy of highest qualification certificate

This programme forms part of Unilever’s transformation objectives and Employment Equity commitments. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, particularly those from designated groups.

Join Our Purpose-Driven Community

At Unilever, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all careers. We’ll equip you with tools to shape your own future while contributing to sustainable living initiatives that matter. Your 12-month journey with us could be the launchpad to an extraordinary career in business.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a future business leader.

Application Deadline: Apply immediately – positions fill quickly!

APPLY HERE