Are you a fresh graduate looking for a paid 12‑month launchpad into retail and technology? The iStore Graduate Internship Programme in Sandton, Gauteng opens now, and spots will fill quickly.
What the internship is
Core Group is running the iStore Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027. It is a paid, 12‑month development programme that rotates you through several parts of the iStore business. Ten graduates will be taken on for the full year.
Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
Duration: 12 months
Number of places: 10 graduates
Who can apply
There are four streams. Choose the one that matches your degree.
Accessories Graduate Intern
Required degrees:
- Supply Chain
- Marketing
- Business Management
- Retail Management
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Retail Business Management
- Consumer Science (Retail or Fashion)
- Any related commerce qualification
Apply for the Accessories Graduate Intern
Executive Leadership Team Graduate Programme
Required degrees:
- BCom
- BBusSci
- BAdmin
- BSc
- Engineering
- Economics
- Finance
- Marketing
- Business Management
- Any related field
Apply for the Executive Leadership Team Graduate Programme
Marketing Graduate Intern
Required qualifications:
- BCom in Marketing Management, or
- An equivalent Marketing qualification
Apply for the Marketing Graduate Intern
Sales Graduate Intern
Required degrees:
- Business Management
- Marketing
- Commerce / BCom
- Economics
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Supply Chain
- Information Systems
- Finance
- Any related qualification
Apply for the Sales Graduate Intern
What you will gain
- 12 months of paid work experience.
- Structured rotations across retail, technology and operations.
- Hands‑on practice with customer service and sales.
- Exposure to iStore’s business processes.
- Leadership development activities.
- Potential pathway to future leadership roles.
How to apply – step by step
- Read the eligibility list for the stream you want.
- Prepare your CV, a short cover letter, and your academic transcripts.
- Click the relevant “Apply” link above.
- Complete the online form and upload your documents.
- Submit before the vacancy is filled (no official closing date).
Tips to improve your chances
- Use a clear, simple CV that highlights any retail or tech experience.
- Tailor your cover letter to show why you want iStore and how you fit the chosen stream.
- Proof‑read for spelling and grammar – employers notice attention to detail.
- If you have volunteer work or projects that involve customer service, mention them.
- Apply early; many interns are selected on a rolling basis.
Final thoughts
This internship can give you a solid start in the retail‑technology sector. Gather your documents, pick the stream that matches your degree, and submit your application today. The sooner you apply, the better your chances of securing a place.
