Core Group Graduate Internship Programme Vacancy 2026 | 12-month Programme

Opportunity Overview

Core Group is offering a 12-month Graduate Internship Programme in Sales, based in Sandton. This programme aims to develop sales professionals and future commercial leaders within the company.

Interns will gain hands-on experience across various sales channels and business functions, working alongside experienced sales leaders and high-performing teams. The programme focuses on building practical skills, commercial understanding, and confidence needed for a fast-paced technology sales environment. It is designed to help graduates start their careers with one of Africa's technology companies.

Minimum Requirements

• A completed Bachelor's Degree obtained within the last three years in one of the following fields:
• Business Management
• Marketing
• Commerce
• Economics
• Industrial Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Supply Chain
• Information Systems
• Finance
• Or a related qualification.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Gauteng.
• Willingness to travel where required.
• A valid driver's licence is advantageous.
• Required Skills & Competencies:
• Passion for technology and consumer electronics.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in sales and business development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence working with data and Microsoft Excel.
• A customer-first mindset.
• Initiative, resilience, and a proactive attitude.
• Leadership experience (e.g., through university societies, sport, volunteer work, or entrepreneurial ventures).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

During this programme, interns will:

• Gain practical experience within Core Group's commercial and sales environment.
• Support the Sales team in achieving business objectives and delivering customer experiences.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, retail partners, and customers.
• Analyse sales performance, customer trends, and market insights to support business decisions.
• Assist with sales planning, reporting, forecasting, and operational activities.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving sales performance and operational efficiency.
• Learn about product launches, promotional campaigns, and commercial strategies across multiple technology brands.
• Develop an understanding of retail operations, merchandising, and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Retail Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Customer Experience.
• Present ideas, recommendations, and project updates to business leaders.
• Participate in ongoing learning, coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please follow these steps:

• Visit the Core Group careers portal by clicking the link below.
• Click on the "Apply" button to start your application.
• Complete the online application form and upload any required documents.

Click here to apply for the Core Group Graduate Internship Programme