Are you a TVET graduate still looking for real work experience? Takealot internships are now open, offering 11 paid placements across business, supply chain, safety, facilities and e‑commerce. Apply now before the slots fill.
What the Takealot internships include
The intake consists of 11 distinct roles, all based in Cape Town. Most placements run for 18 months and give you hands‑on exposure to South Africa’s largest online retailer. The programmes are designed for N6 and NCV qualifications – no university degree is required.
Who can apply
Eligibility varies by role, but the common baseline is:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- An N6 or NCV Level 4 certificate in a relevant field (e.g., Business Management, Human Resources, Engineering, Health & Safety, Supply Chain, etc.)
- No previous professional experience required for many positions
Each internship lists its specific qualification – make sure your certificate matches the requirement.
What you will learn
During the 18‑month period you will develop:
- Practical use of Excel, Google Sheets and reporting dashboards
- Understanding of business processes, risk management and safety protocols
- Experience with e‑commerce platforms, catalogue management and seller onboarding
- Teamwork, communication and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑moving environment
How to apply – step by step
- Gather your latest CV, proof of N6/NCV qualification and a copy of your ID.
- Read the brief for each internship below and check that you meet the listed requirements.
- Click the official Apply link for the role that matches your study and tailor your CV to highlight the relevant skills.
- Complete the online form, upload your documents and submit.
Business Management Intern
Requirements: N6 in Business Management, Information Systems or a similar qualification. No experience needed.
Apply for Business Management Internship
Catalogue Intern
Requirements: N6 Certificate in Management Assistant or NCV studies in Engineering, IT or Computer Science. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Catalogue Internship
Facilities Intern
Requirements: Grade 12 plus N6 or NCV Level 4 in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction, Property Management or related fields. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Facilities Internship
Health and Safety Intern
Requirements: N6 or NCV qualification in Health & Safety. No prior work experience required.
Apply for Health and Safety Internship
Instructional Design Intern
Requirements: Completed N6 in Human Resources Management, Adult Education or a related discipline. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Instructional Design Internship
Marketplace Onboarding Intern
Requirements: N6 Business Administration, N6 Business Management, Diploma in Marketing Management or Business Management.
Apply for Marketplace Onboarding Internship
Learning and Development Intern
Requirements: N6 in Human Resources Management. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Learning and Development Internship
Marketplace Sales Intern
Requirements: N6 or NCV qualification in Business Management, Marketing, Sales or a related field. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Marketplace Sales Internship
Risk Management and Safety Intern
Requirements: N6 in Health & Safety or NCV Level 4 in Health & Safety / Safety in Society. No experience required.
Apply for Risk Management and Safety Internship
Risk & Safety Intern (Takealot Fulfilment Solutions)
Requirements: Grade 12 and N6 or certificate in Risk, Safety, Security or related field. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Risk & Safety Internship
Supply Chain Intern
Requirements: NCV or N6 certificate in Warehousing, Operations, Supply Chain, Data Analytics or related discipline. Duration: 18 months.
Apply for Supply Chain Internship
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your CV for each role – move the most relevant skills to the top.
- Show concrete examples (e.g., a college project using Excel or a report you prepared).
- Proofread for spelling and grammar; a clean CV reflects attention to detail.
- Highlight any teamwork, deadline‑driven work or volunteer experience, even if it was unpaid.
- Use the exact wording of the qualification in your application to avoid mismatches.
Next steps
The internships are open now and will close once each position is filled. Prepare your documents, choose the role that matches your N6/NCV study, and submit your application through the official link. This could be the first step toward a lasting career in e‑commerce.