TFG – YES Internship Programme

TFG has opened several YES internship opportunities for young graduates who want workplace experience in retail planning, buying, HR, marketing and merchandise administration. These full-time roles are mainly based in the Western Cape, with one HR opportunity also linked to Gauteng, and are suited to applicants with relevant diplomas or degrees who want to build practical experience inside a large retail group.

At a glance

Available YES Internship roles

What these opportunities are

These YES Intern roles give graduates an opportunity to gain workplace experience in different head office support areas within TFG. The roles cover retail planning, buying, HR administration, marketing support and merchandise administration.

Each internship is linked to a different business function, so applicants should choose the role that best matches their qualification, interests and long-term career direction. For example, analytically minded applicants may be better suited to planning, while creative retail applicants may prefer buying or marketing.

Who these opportunities may suit

These opportunities may suit graduates who want structured workplace exposure in a large retail group and are ready to apply their studies in a practical business environment.

• Graduates with relevant diplomas or degrees.
• Applicants interested in retail, fashion, planning, buying, HR, marketing or merchandise operations.
• People who are proactive, organised and willing to learn.
• Applicants with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• People who can work with Microsoft 365 applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Applicants who are detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

YES Intern: Planner

This role is suited to applicants who are interested in retail planning, sales data, product performance, market trends and business decision-making.

What you’ll do / learn

• Explore market trends and conduct trend analysis.
• Collaborate with the buying team and contribute to product selections.
• Use sales data and customer feedback to support decisions.
• Share ideas that may improve product offerings.
• Develop planning, analytical and retail decision-making skills.

Qualification requirements

• Relevant diploma or degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Accounting, Economics or a related field.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career as a Retail Planner.

YES Intern: Buyer

This role is suited to applicants who are interested in product selection, fashion trends, retail buying administration and working with planning teams to support future product ranges.

What you’ll do / learn

• Assist with buying administration, including order creation and amendments.
• Support sample management.
• Liaise with Marketing on products for photoshoots.
• Assist with ad hoc buying administration.
• Research emerging styles.
• Support the buying team in selecting and curating future buys.
• Analyse sales data and customer feedback to support buying decisions.
• Share ideas on how to improve the product range.
• Collaborate with the Planning team on product selections.

Qualification requirements

• Relevant diploma or degree in Fashion, Retail Business Management or a related field.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career as a Retail Buyer.

YES Intern: HR

This HR internship is focused on administration support across human resources functions, including employee relations, talent acquisition, capability, development, leadership, performance and transformation.

What you’ll do / learn

• Provide efficient HR administration support.
• Support first-time service completion and SLA delivery.
• Assist with Employee Relations administrative support.
• Support Talent Acquisition, Capability, Development Leadership, Performance and Transformation administration.
• Provide general administration support across HR functions such as OD, Employee Engagement, Well-being, Reward and Benefits.
• Assist with validation and compliance checks of HR Connect workflows.
• Develop HR administration, service delivery and customer support skills.

Qualification requirements

• Relevant HR qualification, such as a degree or National Diploma.
• Keen interest in pursuing a career in HR.

YES Intern: Marketing

The Marketing internship is for applicants who are interested in creative campaigns, content creation, research, branding and learning how marketing supports a fast-paced retail business.

What you’ll do / learn

• Support marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Create content for social media, newsletters and other channels.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Assist with events, promotions and branding activities.
• Learn and contribute to marketing strategies.
• Build experience in communication, creativity and campaign support.

Qualification requirements

• Recently completed degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• Must be available for a 12-month internship.

YES Intern: Merchandise Administrator

This role is linked to merchandise and product administration, with exposure to inventory coordination, product orders, supplier records, reports and operational processes in a technology-focused retail environment.

What you’ll do / learn

• Provide administrative support for merchandise and product-related activities.
• Assist with tracking, recording and maintaining merchandise inventory and stock information.
• Support product orders, deliveries and distribution processes.
• Help maintain accurate product and supplier records.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets and administrative documentation.
• Support branding and promotional initiatives where required.
• Communicate with internal teams about merchandise requests and updates.
• Follow company procedures, policies and operational guidelines.

Qualification requirements

• Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Retail Management or a related field.

Shared skills and behaviours

Across these internships, TFG highlights a strong mix of technical, communication and workplace behaviour requirements.

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Strong administration and coordination skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Commitment to ethical conduct, integrity and responsibility.
• Ability to follow standards, policies and procedures.
• Structured planning and organising ability.
• Ability to present and communicate ideas clearly.
• Entrepreneurial thinking and willingness to improve processes.

What these roles really involve

These YES internships are not all the same. A Planner role is more analytical and data-driven, while a Buyer role is closer to product selection, trends and range building. HR focuses on people administration and service delivery, Marketing focuses on campaigns and content, and Merchandise Administration focuses on product records, inventory coordination and operational support.

When applying, tailor your CV to the role you choose. For planning, highlight Excel, numbers, research and analysis. For buying, highlight fashion, retail, trends and product interest. For HR, highlight administration, people skills and Excel. For marketing, highlight content, research, writing and creativity. For merchandise administration, highlight stock, product coordination, spreadsheets and attention to detail.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV.
• Certified copy of your South African ID, if requested during the application process.
• Relevant diploma or degree certificate, if completed.
• Latest academic transcript or academic record.
• Proof of any relevant short courses, certificates or practical projects.
• Clear contact details, including phone number and email address.
• Role-specific CV wording that matches the internship you are applying for.

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About the sponsor

TFG is a diversified retail group with a portfolio of fashion, lifestyle, apparel, jewellery, sport, mobile, technology, homeware and furniture brands. The group operates across store and online retail channels and offers workplace opportunities for qualified unemployed youth through internships in head office support areas. More information is available on the official TFG Limited website and the TFG youth workplace opportunities page.

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply for the role that matches your qualification most closely.
• Do not use the same generic CV for all five roles.
• Make your qualification and field of study easy to find on your CV.
• Highlight Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills where relevant.
• Add academic projects, research, admin experience, content work, stock exposure or retail experience that supports your selected role.
• Use your CV profile section to show why you are interested in that specific career path.
• Apply early because no closing date is shown in the details provided.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying for a role that does not match your qualification.
• Submitting a CV that does not mention the specific internship area.
• Not showing Microsoft 365, Excel, communication or administration skills clearly.
• Using a generic motivation or CV profile that could apply to any job.
• Leaving out academic transcripts or qualification proof when requested.
• Not checking email or phone messages after applying.
• Applying through unofficial WhatsApp, Facebook or third-party links instead of the official TFG Careers page.

Scam warning

Applicants should only apply through the official TFG Careers application pages. Do not pay anyone for an internship application, interview, assessment, placement, background check, training or document submission. If someone contacts you through WhatsApp, Facebook or another platform asking for money, treat it as suspicious and verify the vacancy through the official TFG Careers platform.

How this opportunity was verified

This merged post was prepared using the official TFG Careers listings for YES Intern: Planner, YES Intern: Buyer, YES Intern: HR, YES Intern: Marketing and YES Intern: Merchandise Administrator. The listings confirm the job titles, job IDs, locations, full-time schedule, posting dates, responsibilities, qualification requirements, skills, behaviours and official application routes.

The provided job details do not show closing dates for these listings. Applicants should apply as soon as possible and check the official TFG Careers pages before applying in case any listing is updated, closed or removed.

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How to apply

1. Choose the TFG YES Internship that matches your qualification and career interest.
2. Open the correct official application link below.
3. Read the full vacancy details carefully.
4. Confirm that you meet the qualification and skills requirements.
5. Prepare your updated CV, academic transcript and supporting documents.
6. Tailor your CV to the specific role before applying.
7. Complete the online application through the official TFG Careers page.
8. Submit your application as soon as possible because no closing date is shown in the details provided.
9. Keep proof of submission or any confirmation email you receive.

Application Closing Date: Not stated in the details provided. Applicants should apply as soon as possible and check the official TFG Careers pages for updates.

Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Apply for your preferred TFG YES Internship