Internships at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

About the Role

• We have an exciting opportunity for an intern to join the Digital Marketing team at our B2B office in Woodmead, Johannesburg. This is a 12-month internship programme, and the ideal candidate must be available to start from 1 October 2026.
• Unlike a generalist marketing role, this position is specifically focused on the technical and systems side of marketing. Our four-person team currently handles social media management, paid advertising, email marketing, analytics, SEO, and website maintenance — but we need dedicated capacity to build the internal systems, automation, and tracking infrastructure that connect these activities together.
• You will report to the Digital Marketing Lead and work closely with colleagues across Sales, Editorial, and Graphics.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your work will focus on building and maintaining the technical infrastructure that underpins our marketing activities. Specifically, you will:

• Building internal systems and automating marketing processes that the team can rely on long after the internship ends
• Synchronising tools and data across the Marketing team and adjacent departments (Sales, Editorial, and Graphics)
• Implementing campaign tracking infrastructure that demonstrates return on investment clearly and consistently
• Strengthening SEO foundations and progressing toward advanced, AI-search-ready tactics
• Producing clear documentation and handover materials so the team can maintain systems after the placement

This is a sustained, project-based role — you will have the time to design, build, and hand over durable systems rather than produce short-term fixes.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• A qualification in IT, computer science, software development, or a related technical discipline
• Comfort with logical systems, databases, or basic programming — more valuable to us than marketing experience alone
• Strong documentation habits and the ability to explain technical work clearly to non-technical colleagues
• A collaborative, curious approach to working across departments (Marketing, Sales, Editorial, and Graphics)
• Based in Johannesburg and able to commute to the Woodmead office daily

Advantageous

• Practical or coursework exposure to automation, integration, or data-handling concepts (e.g. connecting different software tools, working with structured data, or basic scripting)
• Some familiarity with the WordPress website platform and an understanding of SEO fundamentals
• An interest in how technology intersects with marketing and business operations, even if your formal experience to date has been in a technical rather than marketing environment
• An interest in or knowledge of AI and its applications

Personal Attributes

• Willing to learn, ask questions, and apply what you have learnt
• Able to manage multiple projects and prioritise tasks effectively
• Passionate about your work and committed to the highest quality standards
• Curious about the media and content marketing industry

What We Offer

• Hands-on workplace experience in the dynamic world of business-to-business media
• A 12-month internship contract based at our Woodmead, Johannesburg office
• Opportunities for further development through our online learning platforms
• The chance to design and build durable, real-world systems that will be used by a professional marketing team
• Exposure to non-technical digital marketing skills that will broaden your career options

Closing Date 03 September 2026

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About the Role

• We have an exciting opportunity for an intern to join the editorial team at our B2B office in Woodmead, Johannesburg. This is a 12-month internship programme, and the ideal candidate must be available to start from 1 October 2026.
• As an editorial intern, you will work across multiple B2B publications, gaining hands-on experience in the full editorial cycle — from researching and writing original content to sub-editing, fact-checking, and preparing material for publication across print and digital platforms.
• You will be exposed to the professional standards and ethical requirements of business journalism, working alongside experienced editors and journalists who cover specialised industries including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and the built environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be embedded in the editorial team and contribute to the day-to-day production of B2B content. Your responsibilities will include:

• Researching and writing articles, news pieces, and feature content for B2B publications across multiple sectors
• Conducting interviews with industry professionals, subject-matter experts, and business leaders
• Sub-editing and proofreading copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to house style
• Fact-checking content, including verifying statistics, sources, and technical claims in specialist publications
• Sourcing and preparing images, infographics, and other visual elements to accompany editorial content
• Assisting with the planning and production of editorial calendars and content schedules
• Uploading and formatting content on the WordPress-based websites across B2B brands
• Assisting with digital content production, including newsletters, web articles, and social media copy where required
• Building an understanding of the industries we serve and the audiences we write for

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• A qualification in journalism, media studies, English, communications, or a related discipline
• Strong writing ability with a clear, accurate, and engaging style
• Meticulous attention to detail, particularly in proofreading and sub-editing
• A solid grasp of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• An interest in business journalism and the industries we cover — healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and the built environment
• Based in Johannesburg and able to commute to the Woodmead office daily

Advantageous

• Practical or coursework experience in interviewing, news writing, or feature writing
• Familiarity with WordPress or a similar content management system
• A basic understanding of SEO principles as they apply to editorial content
• Experience with or exposure to digital content formats, including newsletters and social media copy
• Proficiency in Afrikaans, given the bilingual context of the broader Media24 group

Personal Attributes

• A genuine curiosity about how industries work and a desire to tell stories that matter to professionals in those fields
• Willing to learn, ask questions, and absorb feedback from experienced editors
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and switch between publications and sectors
• A collaborative approach to working with editors, designers, photographers, and the broader B2B team
• Committed to the highest standards of accuracy, ethical reporting, and editorial integrity

What We Offer

• Hands-on editorial experience across a diverse portfolio of respected B2B publications
• Mentorship from experienced editors and journalists in a professional newsroom environment
• A 12-month internship contract based at our Woodmead, Johannesburg office
• Opportunities for further development through our online learning platforms
• Exposure to the full editorial production cycle — from concept and research through to publication in print and digital formats
• The opportunity to build a portfolio of published work across multiple sectors and platforms