Famous Brands, home to some of South Africa’s most loved restaurant brands including Steers, Debonairs Pizza, Wimpy, Mugg & Bean, Fishaways, and Milky Lane, is offering graduates a one-year Internship Programme designed to build meaningful careers within a respected, JSE-listed hospitality group.
Since listing in 1994 with a single brand, Famous Brands has grown into a group of 2 887 restaurants across South Africa, Africa, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom. The business is built on four core pillars: Brands, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Retail, giving interns exposure to a fully vertically integrated operation that spans franchising, supply chain, and retail.
About the Programme
Famous Brands is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the demographics of South Africa, including people living with disabilities. The Internship Programme is structured to develop high-potential graduates through on-the-job learning, mentorship, and ongoing support, guided by the company’s core beliefs of Growth, Integrity, Humility, Innovation, Speed, Quality, and Agility.
The programme runs for one year, starting 1 October 2026, and will be hosted across the following regions:
- Gauteng
- Mpumalanga
- Free State
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Eastern Cape
- Western Cape
Who Should Apply
Famous Brands is looking for graduates who hold a relevant NQF Level 6 qualification or above in one of the following fields:
- Finance
- IT & Computer Sciences
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Hospitality
- Procurement
- Property Management
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
- Food Safety & Food Quality
Candidates should demonstrate curiosity, collaboration, and a genuine willingness to learn, along with a commitment to personal growth and contributing positively within diverse teams.
Minimum Requirements
- Aged 18–28 years
- South African citizen with a valid ID
- Never participated in a YES Programme
- Currently unemployed
- Clean criminal record
What You’ll Gain
Interns on this programme benefit from a structured graduate development pathway that combines practical, on-the-job learning with dedicated mentorship. The supportive and inclusive culture at Famous Brands is shaped by its core values, giving interns the tools, guidance, and exposure needed to grow into confident young professionals within the restaurant and retail industry.
This is an excellent opportunity for South African graduates to gain hands-on experience with a leading franchisor, build industry-relevant skills, and take a meaningful first step into a long-term career.
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