Communications Intern

About PPL: Pepkor Payments and Lending (PPL) forms part of the Pepkor Group, and operates as a division of Pepkor Trading (Pty) Ltd, serving as a central support structure for Capfin and Tenacity Financial Services. As part of the Group, we benefit from the group’s size and expertise, affording us the opportunity to improve organisational efficiency. Our centralised support structure enables us to provide specialised and competitive lending and payment solutions to increase the operational effectiveness, output, and profits of Pepkor retail partners and our own business.

Why Join Us? This internship is a great opportunity to kick start your career. You'll work with experienced professionals, gain valuable insights and training, and make a real impact. Perks at PPL: Reward & Recognition Programme Games lounge for relaxing Onsite wellness clinics Friendly & collaborative work environment Onsite Canteen with Subsidized meals

About the Role: The Internal Communication Intern will support the Internal Communications Manager in creating, managing, and delivering content that keeps our employees informed, engaged, and connected. This role is ideal for a creative, organised individual who is eager to learn and contribute to a fast-paced corporate environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Content Creation: Assist in drafting, editing, and publishing internal communications, including newsletters, intranet articles, emails, and announcements.
• Campaign Support: Collaborate on the planning and execution of internal communication campaigns, ensuring consistency and alignment with company brands and messaging.
• Employee Engagement: Contribute ideas and support initiatives aimed at enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on best practices in internal communication and provide insights to help improve our strategies.
• Administrative Support: Perform general administrative tasks related to internal communication projects, such as coordinating meetings and managing content.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Hands-on experience in a corporate communications environment.
• Mentorship from experienced communication professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives.
• Networking opportunities within a large, dynamic organisation.
• Potential for future career opportunities within the company.

• Recently graduated with a BA Communications degree
• Currently unemployed
• Between the age of 18 - 35
• Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning new software.
• Creative thinker with the ability to generate fresh ideas for content and engagement.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team

Applications close on 30 August 2024. Apply now and start your journey with Pepkor Payments and Lending! Should you not receive a response within 4 weeks of your application, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

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