Tiger Brands Future Leaders Graduate Internships 2025

Closing Date: 30 August 2025

Reference Number: FLDP-2025

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Type: 24-Month Internship

Department: Various (FMCG)

Stipend: Estimated R6,000–R12,000/month

Join Tiger Brands as a Future Leaders Graduate Intern in Johannesburg! Apply by 30 August 2025 for this 24-month programme designed for recent graduates with leadership potential.

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About Tiger Brands

Tiger Brands is a leading South African FMCG company, renowned for its diverse portfolio of trusted brands in food, beverages, and personal care products. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and employee development, Tiger Brands offers a dynamic environment for graduates to grow and lead in the African market.

Programme Purpose

The Future Leaders Development Programme (FLDP) is a 24-month internship to recruit recent graduates with leadership potential. Interns join various disciplines, gaining hands-on experience, mentorship, and structured learning to prepare for key roles within Tiger Brands.

Available Opportunities and Key Duties

Human Resources Graduate/Intern: Support talent management, employee relations, and HR initiatives. Requires Bachelor’s Degree/BTech in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology.
Chemical Engineering Graduate/Intern: Contribute to process optimization and product development. Requires BSc/BEng in Chemical Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering Graduate/Intern: Assist in equipment maintenance and engineering projects. Requires BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering.
Corporate Affairs Graduate/Intern: Enhance brand reputation through communications and stakeholder engagement. Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Economics, Enterprise Development, Communications, Strategic Communication, or Journalism.
Risk Intern: Support safety and risk management processes. Requires National Diploma in Safety Management.
Supply Chain Management Graduate/Intern: Optimize logistics and supply chain operations. Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
Customer Marketing Graduate/Intern: Drive marketing campaigns and consumer engagement. Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields.
CA(SA) Trainee Programme: Support financial reporting and auditing. Requires qualifications in Accounting (CA(SA) Stream).
Workplace Experience Student: Finance: Assist in financial planning and cost management. Requires Diploma/Degree in Management Accounting, Cost Management, or Financial Management.

Benefits

Competitive monthly stipend (estimated R6,000–R12,000).
Mentorship from industry experts and exposure to African FMCG markets.
Structured learning and leadership development.
Potential eligibility for FoodBev SETA-funded FMCG learnerships.
Fast-tracked career in a leading FMCG company.

Eligibility Criteria

South African citizen with a valid ID and work authorization.
Recently completed 3- or 4-year tertiary qualification (Bachelor’s Degree, BTech, or Diploma) from an accredited institution.
No full-time work experience (more than 1 year, excluding workplace experience).
Valid driver’s license and geographical mobility (willing to relocate).
Clear criminal record, verified via background checks.

Required Skills

Leadership potential and ambition to build an FMCG career.
Innovation and problem-solving abilities.
Teamwork and collaboration skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
Strong communication and adaptability.

Preferences

Employment Equity candidates (e.g., Black, Coloured, Indian, women, persons with disabilities).
Residents of Johannesburg or nearby Gauteng areas.
Minimum 65% academic average.

Why Join Tiger Brands?

The Future Leaders Graduate Internships offer recent graduates a chance to kickstart their careers in a leading FMCG company. Tiger Brands’s focus on innovation, mentorship, and leadership development aligns with South Africa’s youth empowerment and skills development goals.

Application Process

How to Apply

NB. Use the links given below to Apply

Human Resources Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Human Resources Graduate / Internship

Chemical Engineering Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Chemical Engineering Graduate / Internship

Mechanical Engineering Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Mechanical Engineering Graduate / Internship

Corporate Affairs Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Corporate Affairs Graduate / Internship

Risk Intern

Apply Online for the Risk Internship

HR Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the HR Graduate / Internship

Supply Chain Management Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Supply Chain Management Graduate / Internship

Customer Marketing Graduate / Intern

Apply Online for the Customer Marketing Graduate / Internship

CA(SA) Trainee Programme

Apply Online for the CA(SA) Trainee Programme

Workplace Experience Student: Finance

Apply Online for the Workplace Experience Student: Finance

Submit your application by 30 August 2025 via email to careers@tigerbrands.com or through Tiger Brands’s careers portal. Include a CV, certified copies of your ID, Matric certificate, academic transcripts, and driver’s license (certified within 6 months). Reference “FLDP-2025” and specify your discipline (e.g., Human Resources, Chemical Engineering) in your application. Alternatively, upload your CV to FoodBev SETA’s portal for related FMCG training opportunities at info@foodbev.co.za. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For enquiries, contact careers@tigerbrands.com or info@foodbev.co.za (FoodBev SETA). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 21–30 days for interviews or assessments. Background checks (criminal record, qualifications) will be conducted. If you do not hear back within 30 days, consider your application unsuccessful. No application fees are charged.