University of the Western Cape (UWC), in partnership with the Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA), offers a great chance for South African students through the UWC W&RSETA Administrative Internships 2026. This program gives hands-on experience in a real work setting. It helps bridge the space between school studies and actual jobs in the retail and business world.
Internship Overview
The position is for an Administrative Intern aimed at TVET or CET students. It falls under the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences in the Wholesale & Retail Leadership Chair. The internship lasts for a fixed term and pays a stipend of R9 000 each month.
This is a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program. Students get practical skills in research, admin tasks, and working with others in the sector.
Purpose of the Internship
The main goal is to build skills in key areas like administrative coordination, research support, stakeholder engagement, and project help. It also covers documentation and reporting.
The program pushes forward entrepreneurship, transformation, and sustainability in wholesale and retail. Students learn by doing real tasks that match classroom knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
Interns handle a mix of daily tasks to support the team.
Administrative Support
Assist with office admin work. Keep filing systems up to date, both digital and paper. Prepare papers and letters as needed.
Meeting Coordination
Set up meeting times. Make agendas and gather documents. Record minutes and follow up on action points.
Stakeholder Engagement
Help run workshops and events. Talk with partners and keep contact lists current.
Data & Research Support
Gather data through surveys. Sort research info. Organize it for easy use.
Reporting & Documentation
Put together reports and slide shows. Support project files. Create useful knowledge materials.
Minimum Requirements
You need a qualification in fields like Wholesale and Retail Management, Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or something similar. This ensures you have the right background for the role.
Required Skills
Know the basics of MS Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Have solid writing and speaking skills. Be organized, work well in groups, manage time, and pay attention to details.
Added Advantages
Extra points if you know the wholesale and retail sector. Past work with research or data helps too. Understanding higher education or skills training systems is a plus.
Documents Required
Send a full CV, proof of your current registration, certified copies of qualifications, academic transcripts, and two references you can contact.
How to Apply
Email your full application to [email protected]. The contact person is Itebogeng Masibigiri. Make sure everything is attached.
The closing date is 15 May 2026 at 17:00. The location is in the Western Cape, South Africa.
Important Notes
Only shortlisted people get contacted. Late or missing info means no chance. Use certified and recent documents.
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