Data & Technology Internship 2026 – Apply Now!

Internship

Publicis Groupe Africa

📍 Johannesburg, South Africa
🏢 Publicis Groupe Africa
💼 Internship | On-site
🗂️ Department: Data, Technology & Creative
🆔 Job ID: 130003


🏢 About Publicis Groupe Africa

Publicis Groupe Africa champions the Power of One — a seamless, integrated system where creativity, data, and technology intersect.
The Le Cubs 2026 Internship Programme acts as a launchpad for emerging talent ready to innovate, analyse, build, design, and contribute to impactful digital and creative solutions.

🌟 Company Values

  • 🔒 Trust – Built on respect, transparency, and honest communication.

  • 👥 Talent – A people-first culture committed to nurturing top industry talent.

  • 🔄 Transformation – Driven by innovation, change leadership, and future-focused thinking.


📌 Internship Overview

Launched in 2021, Le Cubs is the premier internship platform of Publicis Groupe Africa, offering young South Africans dynamic exposure to advertising, data science, analytics, IT, software development, and digital transformation.

In this programme, interns will:
✨ Work with real data, real tools, and real client briefs
✨ Collaborate with cross-functional experts in tech, data, and creativity
✨ Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading platforms and systems
✨ Develop the skills needed to thrive in the evolving digital economy


📝 Key Responsibilities

💡 Creative, Data & Technology Project Work

  • Contribute to real client projects across creative, data, and technology functions.

  • Support the development of innovative digital, marketing, and communication solutions.

🤝 Collaboration & Support

  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across Publicis Groupe Africa.

  • Assist with project coordination, documentation, presentations, and campaign execution.

📊 Data & Research

  • Conduct research, gather data, and assist with analytical tasks.

  • Apply academic knowledge to real-world digital and business challenges.

📚 Learning & Growth

  • Participate in structured mentorship, training sessions, and workshops.

  • Gain exposure to data tools, creative applications, and technical systems used across the Groupe.


🎓 Minimum Requirements

📘 Qualifications

  • South African citizen

  • Graduate or final-year student completing studies in 2025

  • Holding or completing a Diploma, Degree, or Higher Qualification

📚 Relevant Fields of Study (Data & Tech Streams)

  • Data Science / Data Analytics

  • Business Analytics

  • Computer Science

  • Information Technology

  • Statistical Science

  • Informatics

  • Multimedia Computing

  • Software Development

  • Systems Development

  • Applied Sciences


💡 Desired Skills & Attributes

  • Strong passion for data, creativity, technology, or digital innovation

  • Good communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills

  • Problem-solving attitude and eagerness to learn

  • Adaptability to fast-paced environments

  • Interest in creating real-world impact through digital solutions


📎 Required Documents

Please upload the following when applying:

  • 📄 Updated CV

  • 📝 Cover Letter

  • 🎓 Academic Transcripts

  • 🎨 Portfolio (if applicable)

  • 📑 Qualifications


🧰 Best CV Tips for This Internship

1️⃣ Show Technical Strength Clearly

Include tools and languages such as:
Python, SQL, R, Tableau, Power BI, Java, C#, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, cloud basics, or data platforms.

2️⃣ Highlight Real Projects

Add:

  • University capstone projects

  • Data visualisations

  • Apps, websites, or prototypes

  • Case studies and dashboards

3️⃣ Demonstrate Problem-Solving Ability

Show where you analysed data, solved a problem, automated a workflow, or built something functional.

4️⃣ Mix Tech Skills With Soft Skills

List skills like teamwork, communication, adaptability, research ability, and creative thinking.

5️⃣ Use a Clean, Structured Format

Recruiters scan quickly — use bullet points, short descriptions, and measurable outcomes.

To apply for this job please visit careers.publicisgroupe.com.