What the job is
This internship is for young and motivated TVET students who have finished their N6 Certificate and need workplace experience to complete their 18-month program for an N6 Diploma. Managed People Solutions is offering this opportunity to unemployed youth in the Northern Suburbs of the Western Cape. The role is called Junior Merchandiser, and it is designed to help you gain real work experience in the wine and spirits industry.

What you will do
As a Junior Merchandiser, you will be responsible for making sure products are displayed correctly in stores. You will start by checking which stock needs to be merchandised and then draw up the requirements for that stock. Your job will include inspecting products on the shelves to make sure they are in good condition, properly labeled, and arranged in the right order. You will also follow a set schedule to update displays and promotions as planned.

You will handle customer feedback by listening to complaints, answering questions, and addressing requests. It will be your job to keep up with product information and promotions so you can explain them clearly to others. You will need to write down all the tasks you complete to keep records. Additionally, you will make phone calls as part of your daily duties to check on stock and report any issues, like products that are out of stock, to your Regional Sales Manager.

What you need
To apply for this internship, you must be under 28 years old and have completed your N6 TVET Certificate in one of these fields: Management Assistant, Business Management, or Marketing Management. Since this is an internship, you do not need prior work experience, but you should be eager to learn and work hard. You must also be available to work in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town for the full 18 months of the program.

What you will get
You will earn a monthly stipend of R3,500 for the duration of the 18-month internship. This opportunity will give you hands-on experience in the retail and merchandising field, which will help you build skills that can make you more employable in the future. You will also work alongside experienced professionals who can guide and support your growth in the industry.