The Foschini Group (TFG) invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Graphic Design Internship 2025 vacancies. The closing date for applications is May 31, 2025.
What is the TFG Graphic Design Internship?
The TFG Graphic Design Internship 2025 is a chance for fresh design graduates to jump into the world of retail fashion in the Western Cape. You’ll work directly with real projects for one of South Africa’s biggest retail families, learning how to turn ideas into eye‑catching visuals that customers love.
About The Foschini Group
TFG owns more than 34 popular lifestyle and clothing brands across South Africa. The company puts creativity and new ideas at the heart of everything it does, and it wants its team members to grow and shine. TFG prides itself on teamwork, learning, and clear paths to advance your career.
What You’ll Do
- Find and study the latest fashion trends so the brand stays ahead.
- Put your research into fun, clear presentations for the Merchandise team.
- Translate streetwear and runway looks into fresh product ideas.
- Keep every design in tune with TFG’s style and brand voice.
- Help design graphics for seasonal campaigns and product launches.
- Build CAD drawings, mapping sheets, and supplier briefs.
- Produce detailed technical packs that guide production.
Every day gives you a new step in the design process—from a concept sketch to the final piece shipped to stores.
What You Need
| Requirement | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design or Fashion Design | Shows you have the fundamentals you need. |
| Strong portfolio of your work | Lets us see your style, skills, and creativity. |
| Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) | These are industry‑standard tools every designer uses. |
Extra points if you know how to tell a story with visuals, play with type and layout, and keep looking for fresh inspiration.
Key Skills and Qualities
- Detail‑oriented and organised – you keep track of many tasks at once.
- Works calmly under tight deadlines.
- Communicates ideas clearly, both in talking and in writing.
- Loves to think outside the box and try new techniques.
- Passionate about design research and solving creative problems.
- Good at managing time and thinking analytically.
- Can thrive alone or in a team setting.
What TFG Looks For in Behaviour
- Always improving the quality and speed of work.
- Making smart choices after studying the situation.
- Acting like their own business, taking initiative.
- Focusing on what customers want and how they feel.
- Speaking clearly and effectively to different people.
These habits help your work fit perfectly with the brand and the customers who buy it.
Commitment to Equality
TFG strives to give every applicant a fair shot. Preference may be given to people from groups that the Employment Equity Act protects. The company lists diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities as top priorities.
Meet the Design Team
Designers at TFG cover many brands, constantly pushing style to be fresh and exciting. They’re a tight group that loves originality, teamwork, and learning new tricks. Joining them means stepping into a creative community where your ideas matter.
How to Apply
Get Your Documents Ready
- Latest CV
- Copies of your qualifications and ID
- Digital portfolio showcasing your best work
Submit Online
Visit the TFG Careers Portal and search for “Graphic Design Internship 2025.” Complete the form and upload your documents.Keep an Eye on Your Inbox
Only candidates selected for interviews will hear back. If you don’t hear something in four weeks, you may ask about next steps or note that you were not selected.
Next Steps
If you’ve read through this and feel excited about design and fashion, get your application together now. The Deadline is May 31, 2025. After you submit, you’ll get a chance to show TFG the creative spark you bring and start what could be a career in South Africa’s top retail brands.