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Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Internship Public Relations in Middelburg, and we encourage applicants from across Mpumalanga to consider this opportunity.
Overview
This Internship Public Relations role sits within the in-service training function in Middelburg. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Mpumalanga.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Middelburg operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Internship Public Relations to step into the in-service training workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Internship Public Relations is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
Your Future Here
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The in-service training space in Middelburg offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Mpumalanga.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Middelburg team member.
On top of that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Middelburg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Mpumalanga.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
About Middelburg
Practically speaking, the role is based in Middelburg, close to the Komatipoort border post. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Middelburg and the broader Mpumalanga region.
Many candidates already living within reach of Middelburg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Middelburg, Mpumalanga.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Middelburg.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Middelburg.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Middelburg.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Mpumalanga.
A Typical Day
Your day starts with a quick check-in with your mentor and a review of the tasks you’ll shadow or own. You spend time observing experienced colleagues, asking questions and trying small pieces of work yourself. As the day progresses, you capture notes for your logbook, attend team huddles and contribute where you can. The mix of structured learning, real workplace exposure and supportive feedback helps you turn classroom theory into skills you can actually use.
Crucially, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Mpumalanga operations throw up the unexpected.
Beyond that, the Middelburg office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Middelburg.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Capture data, prepare reports and assist with departmental administration
- Support live projects under the guidance of senior team members
- Participate in team meetings, planning sessions and problem-solving forums
- Complete structured training modules and submit reflections to your mentor
- Complete assessments and submit deliverables on time and to standard
- Shadow experienced professionals and learn department-specific processes
- Develop core workplace skills such as communication, teamwork and time management
- Build a professional portfolio of evidence for your qualification
Essential Criteria
- Letter from your TVET college or university confirming the in-service training requirement
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
- Strong academic record in your chosen field
- Currently studying toward a recognised qualification at NQF Level 5 or higher
- References from your institution or previous employers
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Clear criminal record verified through approved screening
Importantly, if most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.