South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis means every chance to gain real work experience matters – and the Symrise South Africa Youth Employment Service (YES) Internship Programme 2026/2027 is open right now for you to start building a career.
What the opportunity is
Symrise South Africa, a global flavour and fragrance company, is offering a series of nine‑month internships in Kempton Park, Gauteng. The placements are part of the national YES Programme, which is designed to give unemployed young South Africans practical workplace exposure and develop employable skills.
Who can apply – eligibility and qualifications
The internships are open to unemployed youth and recent graduates who meet the specific study requirements listed below. All applicants must hold a recognised South African diploma, national diploma or degree in a relevant field.
Office Administrator Intern
- Business Administration, Office Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Commerce, Management Assistant or a related field.
Sales Business Support Intern – Flavour Division
- Commerce, Business Administration, Marketing, Sales Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Psychology, Food Science or a related field.
Marketing Intern – Food and Beverages Division
- Marketing, Business, Food Science, Consumer Science or a related field.
Planning Intern
- Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Production Management, Business Management or a related field.
Research & Development Intern – Flavours
- Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Technology or a related scientific field.
Sales Business Support Intern – Fragrance Division
- A completed tertiary qualification (any discipline).
What you gain – skills and experience
- Hands‑on exposure to multiple business functions: administration, sales, marketing, planning, R&D and commercial support.
- Mentorship from industry professionals.
- Professional networking within a multinational company.
- A 2026/2027 work reference that can strengthen future job or study applications.
How to apply – step‑by‑step
- Identify the internship that matches your qualification and career interest.
- Gather the required documents: updated CV, proof of qualification (diploma/degree certificate), and ID copy.
- Visit the official application link for your chosen role (see below).
- Complete the online form and upload the documents.
- Submit the application and keep a note of the confirmation number.
Official application links
- Office Administrator Intern – apply here
- Sales Business Support Intern – Flavour Division – apply here
- Marketing Intern – Food & Beverages Division – apply here
- Planning Intern – apply here
- Research & Development Intern – Flavours – apply here
- Sales Business Support Intern – Fragrance Division – apply here
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to highlight any coursework, projects or part‑time work that relates to the internship role.
- Write a concise cover letter that explains why you are interested in Symrise and how the placement fits your career goals.
- Proofread all documents – spelling errors can cost you an interview.
- Submit your application before the portal closes; although the exact deadline isn’t listed, early applications are viewed first.
- Prepare for a possible virtual interview by researching Symrise’s brands and the South African flavour & fragrance market.
Next steps
Take action now. Choose the internship that matches your study, prepare your documents, and apply through the links above. Even if competition is stiff, each application is a step toward gaining the experience you need to stand out in the job market.
