Work-Force
The organisation is recruiting a Internship Public Relations for its Welkom operation. The role forms part of a wider in-service training portfolio across Free State.
About the Opportunity
This Internship Public Relations role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Welkom. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the in-service training pipeline across Free State.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Welkom team.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the in-service training group in Welkom.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the in-service training side of the business inside out. The Welkom group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Practically speaking, the team mix in Welkom reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Free State, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Welkom.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Why This Role
Equally, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in in-service training from your base in Welkom. Many colleagues across Free State have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Free State.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Welkom teams.
Key Outputs
- Comply with all company policies, codes of conduct and safety rules
- Support transformation and youth-development objectives of the organisation
- Support live projects under the guidance of senior team members
- Network with internal and external stakeholders during projects
- Complete assessments and submit deliverables on time and to standard
- Complete structured training modules and submit reflections to your mentor
Minimum Requirements
- Available to commit to the full duration of the in-service placement
- Willingness to learn, take feedback and adapt quickly
- Letter from your TVET college or university confirming the in-service training requirement
- Legally entitled to work in South Africa for the duration of the placement
- Commitment to youth-development and transformation objectives
- Reliable transport to the placement location
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.