Job role overview

  • Date posted

    May 15, 2026

  • Closing date

    June 15, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Gauteng

  • Qualification

    Bachelors

  • Experience

    None

Description

Job Purpose

  • The Marketing Graduate Intern will support the HFS team aand work closely with our Vitality Marketing team in building brand awareness, engaging with customers, and executing campaigns that promote healthy living. This role is ideal for a creative and enthusiastic graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing, content creation, and brand development within the food and wellness industry.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Campaign Support

  • Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital and in-store channels
  • Support product launches, seasonal promotions, and health-focused campaigns
  • Help coordinate campaign timelines and internal communication

Digital & Social Media Marketing

  • Assist in managing HFS social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
  • Create, schedule, and monitor content performance

Content Creation

  • Support the creation of engaging content including:
  • Social media posts
  • Email newsletters
  • Blurbs, articles and recipes
  • Promotional materials
  • Maintain brand tone, visual identity, and messaging consistency

Brand & Customer Engagement

  • Assist in building customer engagement strategies focused on healthy living through marketing efforts
  • Support partnerships, influencer collaborations, and brand activations
  • Help coordinate events and campaigns

Market Research & Insights

  • Conduct research on food trends, health and wellness topics, and competitors
  • Analyse campaign performance and prepare basic reports
  • Gather customer feedback to support marketing improvements

Administrative Support

  • Maintain marketing calendars and campaign trackers
  • Coordinate with suppliers, creatives, and internal teams
  • Assist with general marketing administration

Learning Outcomes / Development Opportunities

  • Practical experience in a fast-paced food and wellness brand environment
  • Exposure to digital marketing tools and social media strategy
  • Hands-on content creation and brand storytelling experience
  • Understanding of customer behaviour in the health and lifestyle sector
  • Development of creativity, communication, and project management skills

Minimum Requirements

Education

  • Honours degree in:
  • Marketing
  • Communications
  • Business, Media, or related field

Experience

  • No formal work experience required
  • Any exposure to content creation, social media, or branding is advantageous

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills

  • Basic understanding of social media platforms and trends
  • Competency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
  • Familiarity with Canva or similar design tools
  • Interest in digital marketing and content creation

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