Wesgro invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Graduate Internship Programme 2026 / 2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 13 November 2026
Internship Location: Cape Town and the Western Cape, South Africa
Minimum Qualification: Degree at NQF Level 7
About the Wesgro Graduate Internship Programme
The Wesgro Graduate Internship Programme gives graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience while contributing to initiatives linked to Tourism, Trade and Investment.
Successful candidates will work in a professional environment and gain exposure to projects that support economic growth, investment promotion and job creation in Cape Town and the Western Cape.
What You Will Gain
Graduate interns can expect:
- Practical workplace experience.
- Exposure to a professional business environment.
- Networking opportunities.
- Interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
- Exposure to private-sector organisations.
- Exposure to public-sector organisations.
- Insight into economic development.
- Experience linked to tourism, trade and investment.
- Opportunities to contribute to economic growth and job creation.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have completed a Degree at NQF Level 7 in one of the following fields:
- Tourism
- Public Relations
- Economics
- Marketing
- Finance
- Accounting
- Human Resources
- International Relations
- Information Systems
- Data Science
- Business Analytics
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Digital Marketing
- Development Studies
- Related fields
Candidate Profile
Applicants should be:
- Proactive.
- Creative.
- Able to take initiative.
- Interested in innovative projects.
- Strong in business management.
- Strong in administration.
- Comfortable with public relations and stakeholder engagement.
- Able to think independently and contribute ideas.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Stakeholder engagement ability.
- Negotiation skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Research ability.
- Attention to detail.
- Organisational skills.
- Time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Digital and Technical Skills
Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Teams
A basic understanding of the following will also be useful:
- Data analytics.
- Reporting.
- Digital tools.
- AI-powered productivity tools.
Applicants should be able to use AI-powered tools responsibly to support research, productivity and information analysis.
Personal Attributes
Wesgro is looking for candidates who are:
- Adaptable.
- Curious.
- Results-oriented.
- Committed to continuous learning.
- Professional.
- Ethical.
- Committed to excellence.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Wesgro graduate recruitment platform.
Click here to apply for Wesgro Internship Opportunities 2026 / 2027
Applicants should ensure that their CV, qualification details and contact information are complete before submitting.
Closing Date
13 November 2026
Late applications may not be considered.