Clicks Group invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the United Pharmaceutical Distributors Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 July 2026
Internship Locations: Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town, South Africa
Clicks Group Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
Clicks Group is recruiting graduates for a 12-month workplace programme within the Operations and Administration departments of United Pharmaceutical Distributors, commonly known as UPD.
The programme is intended to provide graduates with practical work experience aligned with their completed qualifications.
Available placements are based at UPD operations in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.
Graduates with qualifications in logistics, supply chain management, operations, finance, human resources, engineering, infrastructure, marketing, sales and occupational health and safety are encouraged to apply.
Internship Programme Overview
Organisation: Clicks Group
Business: United Pharmaceutical Distributors
Abbreviation: UPD
Programme: Graduate Programme 2026/2027
Programme duration: 12 months
Departments: Operations and Administration
Locations: Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town
Closing date: 21 July 2026
Application method: Online
Available Clicks Group Graduate Programmes
The following UPD Graduate Programme opportunities are open for applications:
1. UPD Graduate Programme: Lea Glen and Rand Leases
The Lea Glen and Rand Leases graduate intake includes opportunities across several business disciplines.
Warehouse Management
Applicants should have completed a National Diploma or degree in a relevant field such as:
- Warehouse Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Operations Management
Relevant qualifications may include:
- BCom in Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Logistics
- Bachelor of Business Administration in Logistics
- BCom in Operations Management
Finance
Applicants may qualify with a degree in:
- Finance
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Economics
Relevant qualifications include:
- Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
- BCom Financial Management
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
Logistics and Supply Chain
Applicants should have completed a relevant qualification such as:
- BCom Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- BCom Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Logistics
- BBA in Logistics
Human Resources
Applicants should have completed a:
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
Training and Learning Development
Applicants interested in workplace training and employee development should have a:
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
Finance Diploma Opportunities
Applicants may also qualify with a diploma in:
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Internal Auditing
- Banking
Infrastructure
Infrastructure opportunities are available for graduates with diplomas in:
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Management
- Building
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Infrastructure Management
Key Account Management
Applicants interested in customer relationships, sales and account administration should have a diploma in:
- Marketing Management
- Business Management
- Sales Management
- Retail Business Management
2. UPD Graduate Programme: Mahogany Ridge
The Mahogany Ridge programme is aimed mainly at graduates with qualifications in operations and supply chain management.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have completed a diploma in one of the following fields:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
- Operations Management
- Procurement and Supply
- Business Management
- Retail Business Management
- Warehouse Management
- Inventory and Stores Management
- Production Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Engineering Operations
This opportunity is suitable for graduates interested in warehousing, procurement, inventory control, production and distribution operations.
3. UPD Graduate Programme: Montague Gardens
The Montague Gardens graduate programme includes opportunities in operations, supply chain, health and safety, and finance.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
Applicants should have completed a diploma in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
- Operations Management
- Procurement and Supply
- Business Management
- Retail Business Management
- Warehouse Management
- Inventory and Stores Management
- Production Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Engineering Operations
Health and Safety
Applicants interested in workplace safety and compliance should have completed a diploma in:
- Health and Safety Management
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Safety Management
Finance
Finance applicants should have completed a diploma in:
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Internal Auditing
- Banking
Who Should Apply?
The programme is suitable for graduates who:
- Have completed a relevant National Diploma or degree.
- Are interested in gaining practical workplace experience.
- Can participate in the full 12-month programme.
- Want to build a career in pharmaceutical distribution, logistics, operations or corporate administration.
- Meet the requirements of the specific UPD location and discipline.
- Have good communication and teamwork skills.
- Are willing to learn in a fast-paced working environment.
Applicants should apply only for opportunities aligned with their completed qualifications.
What the Programme Offers
Successful candidates will gain practical exposure within UPD’s Operations and Administration departments.
Depending on the selected programme, graduates may develop experience in:
- Warehouse operations.
- Inventory control.
- Supply chain processes.
- Logistics and distribution.
- Procurement.
- Finance administration.
- Financial reporting.
- Human resources.
- Learning and development.
- Infrastructure management.
- Workplace health and safety.
- Sales and key account support.
- Customer relationship management.
- Business administration.
The programme will help graduates apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment.
Skills Applicants Should Demonstrate
Clicks Group may look for candidates with:
- Strong communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Analytical ability.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Time-management skills.
- Teamwork.
- Professional conduct.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Organisational skills.
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly reflects skills relevant to the internship selected.
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- An updated CV.
- A copy of their South African identity document.
- Certified copies of completed qualifications.
- A complete academic record.
- Proof of residence where requested.
- Any additional certificates relevant to the internship.
- A motivation letter where required by the application portal.
All documents should be clear and readable.
How to Apply for Clicks Group Graduate Internships 2026/2027
NB. Use the links given below to Apply
UPD Graduate Programme 2026 – Lea Glen & Rand Leases
Apply Online for the UPD Graduate Programme 2026 – Lea Glen & Rand Leases
UPD Graduate Programme 2026 – (Mahogany Ridge)
Apply Online for the UPD Graduate Programme 2026 – (Mahogany Ridge)
UPD Graduate Programme 2026 (Montague Gardens)
Apply Online for the UPD Graduate Programme 2026 (Montague Gardens)
Application Closing Date
Applications for the Clicks Group UPD Graduate Programme close on 21 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early because late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants should confirm:
- That their qualification matches the advertised discipline.
- That they are applying for the correct UPD location.
- That their CV contains current contact information.
- That all required documents have been uploaded.
- That their application has been successfully submitted before the deadline.
Only shortlisted candidates may receive further communication.
About United Pharmaceutical Distributors
United Pharmaceutical Distributors is part of Clicks Group and operates within South Africa’s pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution sector.
UPD distributes healthcare and pharmaceutical products while supporting pharmacies, healthcare providers and other customers through its warehousing, logistics and administrative operations.