TFG – YES Intern: Marketing

A role like this can suit someone who is creative, organised, and interested in learning how marketing work happens in a fast-moving retail environment. This YES Intern: Marketing opportunity at TFG in the Western Cape is designed to give a recent graduate practical exposure to marketing campaigns, content creation, research, events, and brand support over a 12-month internship period.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a 12-month marketing internship for a recently qualified graduate who wants practical workplace exposure in a retail-focused business. The role includes campaign support, social media content, research, promotions, events, and learning how marketing strategies are developed and supported in a fast-paced environment.

Note: This is not only a content-writing role. A position like this is better suited to someone who is comfortable balancing creative work with research, planning, coordination, and day-to-day support tasks that help marketing teams deliver campaigns properly.

Who this opportunity may suit

• A recent graduate with a Marketing, Communications, or related qualification
• Someone who wants practical exposure to campaigns, branding, and content support
• An applicant with a creative mindset who is also comfortable with planning and detail
• A person who wants to build early-career experience in a retail or brand-driven environment

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical experience across campaign support, content creation, market research, and brand-related activities while contributing to daily marketing work.

• 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, planning, and organised campaign support

Eligibility requirements

Check the requirements below before applying.

Essential requirements

• Recently completed degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creative mindset and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Enthusiasm to learn and contribute to marketing initiatives
• Availability for a 12-month internship

Skills, competencies and personal attributes

• Adhering to principles and values
• Adhering to standards
• Continual improvement mindset
• Drive and perseverance
• Entrepreneurial thinking
• Planning and organising
• Presenting and communication skills

What this role really means

A marketing internship like this usually means helping the team turn ideas into visible campaigns and content while also doing the behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything organised. In practice, that can include writing draft content, helping with research, supporting promotions, assisting with events, and learning how marketing plans are carried through from idea to execution. If you are applying, it helps to show both creativity and reliability, because employers usually want someone who can come up with ideas but also meet deadlines and follow through on tasks properly.

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Degree or diploma certificate, or latest academic transcript
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting portfolio, campaign work, social media work, event support, or communication-related experience on your CV
• Any additional documents requested on the application portal

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About the sponsor

TFG is a retail group with a portfolio of speciality lifestyle and apparel brands operating across multiple markets. Its careers pages describe the business as an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands, with a focus on omnichannel customer experiences across its brands. Visit the TFG Website for more information about the group.

Quick tips for this application

• Make your Marketing or Communications qualification easy to identify near the top of your CV
• If you have created content for social media, student projects, newsletters, events, or promotions, mention that clearly
• Show that you are comfortable with both creative work and organised admin support
• Use your CV to highlight writing ability, attention to detail, and Microsoft Office skills
• If you have class projects, volunteer work, or side work linked to branding, research, or communication, include it clearly

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting a generic CV that does not show any marketing or communication interest
• Leaving out qualification details
• Not mentioning Microsoft Office ability clearly
• Applying without showing any evidence of writing, creativity, research, or organised project support
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable supporting documents

Scam warning (important)

Do not pay any fee to apply for this internship. Apply only through TFG’s official Oracle careers platform. If a third party asks for money, banking details, or a payment to “secure” the internship, use only the official application page.

How this opportunity was verified

We checked the official TFG listing for YES Intern: Marketing under job ID 11714 and used TFG’s official careers pages for the employer background included in this post.

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How to apply

1. Open the official vacancy page using the button below.
2. Read the requirements carefully and confirm that your qualification and availability fit the internship.
3. Prepare your CV and supporting documents.
4. Submit your application through the official TFG careers platform.
5. Because no closing date is shown in the details provided, apply as early as possible.