Graduate Internship Programme at Coronation Fund Managers

Coronation Fund Managers is inviting ambitious, high-achieving graduates to apply for the prestigious Graduate Internship Programme based in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Designed for service-oriented, intellectually curious, and driven individuals, this intensive programme serves as an entry point into the dynamic world of asset management and investment services. Successful candidates will gain direct exposure to industry-leading financial professionals, practical workplace experience, and hands-on skill development across specialized operational and analytical departments.

Participants in this programme will be integrated into core business units, collaborating with seasoned professionals to deliver high-quality investment support and research solutions. Coronation provides an environment that nurtures talent, encourages continuous learning, and equips recent university graduates with the foundational competencies required to thrive in competitive financial markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in daily portfolio trade support, transaction reconciliations, and operational workflow execution.

• Conduct fundamental market research, quantitative analysis, and financial modeling to support investment insights.

• Maintain and analyze financial datasets to identify trends, enhance data integrity, and support reporting accuracy.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including compliance, investment risk, data analytics, and client operations.

• Participate actively in team projects, business enhancement initiatives, and industry training workshops.

• Ensure adherence to rigorous regulatory, governance, and institutional investment compliance standards.

Why Join the Company

• Industry Excellence: Join one of South Africa’s leading and most respected independent investment management firms.

• Comprehensive Learning: Access mentorship, continuous performance feedback, and fully funded industry training and certifications.

• Career Progression: Gain exposure to high-impact projects that accelerate professional development and career mobility.

• Supportive Culture: Work within an inclusive, empowering, and high-performance team culture that values individual potential.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted directly through the official Coronation recruitment portal using the relevant job links and references below:

Trade Support and Operations Graduate
Reference: COR260909-1
Click here to apply for the Trade Support and Operations Graduate Internship

Research Analyst Trainee Programme
Reference: COR260904-1
Click here to apply for the Research Analyst Trainee Programme

• Must hold an accredited Bachelor's degree (BCom, BBusSci, BSc, or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, Business, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or Engineering.

• South African citizenship with a genuine interest in asset management and financial services.

• Strong analytical, mathematical, and critical problem-solving skills.

• High level of attention to detail and ability to work with complex data sets.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.