Graduate Intern: Marketing and Communication

As a Marketing and Communication Intern, you will be part of the team responsible for driving the Absa brand across various platforms. This role is highly collaborative, placing you at the center of the bank's internal and external messaging strategies.

Key responsibilities include assisting with the execution of marketing campaigns, supporting the digital and social media teams with content creation, and helping coordinate corporate events and sponsorships. You will also gain exposure to brand analytics, learning how to track campaign performance and consumer engagement metrics to inform future marketing decisions.

Stipend: R12,000 – R16,500 per month (Market Estimate: Based on current 2026 Absa Graduate Programme scales for NQF Level 7/8 qualifications).

To be eligible for this intake, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education: A recently completed National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/7/8) in:

  • Marketing Management

  • Communications / Public Relations

  • Media Studies

  • Journalism

  • Graphic Design or Digital Marketing

• Technical Skills: * Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (specifically PowerPoint for presentations).

  • Familiarity with social media management tools (LinkedIn, Instagram, X).

  • Basic understanding of brand positioning and content strategy.

• Attributes: High level of creativity, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a "customer-centric" mindset.

• Citizenship: Must be an unemployed South African citizen.