Shoprite Internship (Cape Town, Western Cape) South Africa 2022
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
2 March 2022.
Be sure to apply on or before this date - any applications submitted after this date are late and will NOT be accepted.
DETAILS ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
Location: Brackenfell, Cape Town, Western Cape
Shoprite is offering an Internal Communications Internship, to Public Relations/ Journalism graduates. During the programme, the candidate will assist the Internal Communications team in driving processes and deliverables within set time frames to ultimately drive the business forward.
The candidate will be working primarily within the Communications division and will be responsible for tasks relating to the company's newspaper and print, digital newspapers, communication campaigns, and more.
Key performance areas of the programme:
- #OurShoprite Company Newspaper: writing, providing assistance with article writing to convey important corporate information, sourcing of background information; images and quotes and managing the #OurShoprite mailbox
- Printed #OurShoprite: dividing information from the business such as those received via email and saving it on OneDrive in various folders that are created, and providing assistance in the compilation of the distribution memo
- Digital #OurShoprite: obtaining long service profiles and obtaining the relevant media and content that is required from the company
- Digital Newsletters: providing assistance in the management of digital newsletters and finding information for the Digital Newsletter
- Communication Campaigns: providing assistance with copy and creative
- CEO Video: providing assistance with the process and awareness campaign
- General: proofreading, transcribing, translations and writing (when required to do so; this can include letters, award entries, reports, and more.)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO APPLY:
Before applying, please ensure that you meet ALL of the following minimum entry criteria – failure to satisfy all the requirements will result in your application being disqualified:
- Must have completed a Diploma or Degree qualification in either of these fields: Public Relations or Journalism
- Must be passionate about the Public Relations industry
- Must have relevant copywriting and editing knowledge and experience
- Must have relevant digital skills (e.g. image sourcing, digital letters, etc.)
- Must have excellent communication skills
- Must have excellent presentation skills
- Must have leadership skills
- Must be highly organised
- Must have excellent time management skills
- Must have excellent presentation and public speaking skills
- Must have high attention to detail
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE INTERNSHIP POSITION:
Applications must be submitted online for the following position:
Shoprite Internship (Cape Town, Western Cape)
(Reference number: SHO220216-1)
Attach the following documents to your application:
- Certified copy of your Identity Document
- Certified copy of your completed qualification
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
Please note:
- Shoprite is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- Internal candidates will get first preference.
- If you have not heard a response within 30 days, consider your application unsuccessful.
ABOUT THE COMPANY PROVIDING THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME:
The Shoprite Group is Africa's biggest and fastest-moving consumer goods retailer. The company has business activities ranging from food retailing to pharmaceuticals, furniture, digital commerce, ticketing, cellular services, hospitality, and financial services. The group operates across many industries, ensuring that all its customers are provided with comprehensive products and services. The company also ensures that it delivers a wide range of customer-facing brands, B2B logistics services, as well as value-added services.
CONTACT THE LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME PROVIDER FOR QUERIES:
For any queries related to this internship programme, please contact Shoprite directly:
Brackenfell Branch
Telephone number: 021 980 4000