Ready to jump‑start your career in fashion retail? The Truworths Graduate Internship Programme 2026 is open now, and the deadline is fast approaching.
What the internship is
Truworths, a leading fashion retailer in South Africa, is offering graduate internships across a range of business areas. The placements are designed to turn your academic knowledge into real‑world skills.
Who can apply
These internships are open to South African graduates who meet the qualification criteria for the role they choose. Below is a quick guide to the requirements.
- Administration: Degree or Advanced Diploma in Administration or a related field.
- Finance: Completed degree in any relevant finance or accounting discipline.
- Human Resources: BA/BCom in HR, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Psychology, BTech or Advanced Diploma in HR Development/Management.
- Planner (Trainee): BCom, BSc or any numerate tertiary qualification.
- Buyer (Trainee): Creative qualification – preferably a Fashion Degree or Diploma.
- Fashion Designer (Trainee): Qualification in Fashion Design or a related field.
- Sourcing Coordinator (Trainee): Tertiary qualification in Clothing Technology or related work experience.
- Garment Technologist (Trainee): Tertiary qualification in Clothing Technology or related work experience.
- Store Graduate: Degree or Diploma in Retail Business Management, Management, Operations Management or Consumer Science.
What you will gain
You will work on real projects and learn the day‑to‑day operations of a fashion retailer. Expect to develop:
- Industry‑specific technical skills.
- Professional communication and teamwork.
- Problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
- Insight into finance, HR, merchandising, buying, design and store operations.
- Network contacts that can help your future career.
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Updated CV.
- Certified copy of your South African ID.
- Certified copies of the qualifications relevant to the internship.
- Academic transcript (if requested).
- Visit the official Truworths recruitment portal.
- Select the internship that matches your field of study.
- Fill in the online application form and upload all documents.
- Double‑check that every field is complete before you hit “Submit”.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation email for your records.
Administration Internship
Apply Online for the Administration Internship
Finance Internship
Apply Online for the Finance Internship
HR Internship
Apply Online for the HR Internship
Planner (Trainee) Internship
Apply Online for the Planner Trainee Internship
Buyer (Trainee) Internship
Apply Online for the Buyer Trainee Internship
Fashion Designer (Trainee) Internship
Apply Online for the Fashion Designer Trainee Internship
Sourcing Coordinator (Trainee) Internship
Apply Online for the Sourcing Coordinator Trainee Internship
Garment Technologist (Trainee) Internship
Apply Online for the Garment Technologist Trainee Internship
Store Graduate Internship
Apply Online for the Store Graduate Internship
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV to highlight the skills mentioned in the internship description.
- Proofread every document – spelling errors can hurt your application.
- Show genuine interest in fashion retail in your cover letter or personal statement.
- Make sure you meet the listed qualification before you apply; unrelated degrees will be filtered out.
- Apply early – many candidates wait until the last day.
- Prepare for a potential interview by researching Truworths’ brands and recent news.
Final thoughts and next steps
The Truworths Graduate Internship Programme 2026 is a solid entry point into the retail industry. If you have the right qualifications and are eager to learn, submit your application before 31 August 2026. Use the links above, double‑check your documents, and take the first step toward a rewarding career in fashion retail.
