Unilever South Africa YES Programme Internships 2025
Company:
Unilever South Africa
Location:
Johannesburg and Durban, South Africa
Remuneration:
Stipend offered as per internship programme guidelines
Closing Date:
Until Position is Filled
Introduction
Unilever South Africa is calling on ambitious, motivated, and passionate young people to apply for its YES Programme Internships 2025 intake. This programme forms part of the national Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative designed to give South African youth meaningful work exposure, develop future leaders, and combat unemployment.
As one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies, Unilever provides an environment where interns can grow their skills, gain workplace experience, and contribute to making sustainable living commonplace.
What is Unilever (South Africa) YES Programme Internships?
The Unilever YES Programme is a 12-month internship providing unemployed youth aged 18–34 with workplace readiness skills, real-world business exposure, and mentorship opportunities. Interns will be placed in various business functions, including finance, marketing, human resources, IT, supply chain, and more.
The initiative helps participants build professional networks, enhance employability, and prepare for long-term career opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizen aged 18 – 34 years
- Must be unemployed and not studying full-time
- Completed Matric (Grade 12)
- Relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous
- No more than 2 years’ work experience
- Must not have previously participated in a YES Programme
- Committed to completing the 12-month internship
- Strong academic performance and computer literacy
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage time effectively and work in a team
- Positive, proactive, and willing to learn attitude
Role Responsibility
Interns in the Unilever YES Programme will support various functions, including:
- Customer Development (CD): Managing relationships with retail clients and driving sales initiatives.
- Culinary Support: Preparing product samples, assisting in demos, webinars, and content creation.
- Marketing: Growing brand awareness and boosting consumer engagement.
- Supply Chain: Supporting sourcing, manufacturing, and delivery processes.
- Human Resources: Talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development.
- Finance: Assisting with financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
- IT: Supporting digital transformation and IT projects.
- Mechanical Engineering: Gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing processes.
- Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE): Implementing safety systems and reducing workplace risks.
- Communications: Assisting with internal and external communications.
- Learning & Rewards: Supporting employee training and compensation management.
Skills and Attributes
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Good problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
- Time management and organizational skills
- Enthusiasm for learning and adapting in a fast-paced environment
- Creativity and the ability to think ahead
- A positive attitude with resilience to overcome challenges
Unilever Behaviors
Candidates should embody Unilever’s core values:
- Care Deeply: For people, the planet, and purpose-driven work
- Focus on What Counts: Prioritize impactful work
- Stay Three Steps Ahead: Show innovation and forward thinking
- Deliver with Excellence: Be accountable and results-driven
Application Requirements
Applicants should prepare and attach the following:
- An updated CV
- Certified copy of highest qualification (Grade 12, Diploma, or Degree)
Unilever is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates from designated groups will be given preference in line with the Employment Equity Act.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online by submitting the required documents through the official application link provided by Unilever.