Strategy & Business Internship 2026 – Apply Now!

Internship

Publicis Groupe Africa

📍 Johannesburg, South Africa
🏢 Publicis Groupe Africa
💼 Internship | On-site
🆔 Job ID: 130175
🔧 Department: Strategy & Business

🏢 About Publicis Groupe Africa

Publicis Groupe Africa embraces the Power of One — a connected, data-driven, creatively-led ecosystem where creativity meets technology and strategy.
The Le Cubs 2026 Internship Programme is a launchpad designed to nurture young South Africans passionate about advertising, brand strategy, creativity, business operations, and digital transformation.

🌟 Company Values

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

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

  • 🔄 Transformation – A belief in initiating change and driving industry evolution.

📌 Internship Overview

Le Cubs, established in 2021, is Publicis Groupe Africa’s flagship internship programme. The 2026 intake will immerse interns in real client projects, give them access to industry experts, and empower them to develop strong strategic, analytical, and creative competencies.

As a Strategy & Business Intern, you will:
✨ Work on real briefs
✨ Collaborate with strategists, analysts, creatives, and operational teams
✨ Grow within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment
✨ Become part of a global network shaping the future of marketing and communication

📝 Key Responsibilities

📊 Strategy Support & Insights

  • Assist strategists with research, competitor analysis, and consumer insights.

  • Contribute to building marketing plans, presentations, and strategic proposals.

  • Help refine brand positioning and communication frameworks under guidance.

🏢 Business & Operations Support

  • Support project managers with workflow coordination and timelines.

  • Assist HR, Finance, or Business Operations teams depending on placement.

  • Contribute to internal process improvements and documentation.

🤝 Client Service & Communication

  • Join internal and client meetings, capturing key action points.

  • Assist PR and communications teams with messaging, drafting content, and media monitoring.

  • Work across multiple teams to ensure successful implementation of campaigns.

🎓 Minimum Requirements

📘 Qualifications

  • Must be a South African citizen.

  • Final-year student (2025) or recent graduate.

  • Studying towards or holding a Diploma, Degree, or Higher Qualification.

📚 Relevant Fields of Study (Strategy & Business Stream)

  • Strategic Brand Management

  • Strategic Communication

  • Strategy

  • Project Management

  • Public Relations (PR)

  • Human Resources (HR)

  • Finance

  • Business-related qualifications

💡 Desired Skills & Attributes

  • Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Interest in brand strategy, business operations, or communication.

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

  • Critical thinking and research capabilities.

  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative.

📎 Required Documents

Please attach the following:

  • 📝 Cover Letter

  • 📄 Academic Transcripts

  • 🎨 Portfolio (if applicable)

  • 🎓 Qualifications

🧰 Best CV Tips for This Internship

💡 To increase your chances of being shortlisted:

1️⃣ Showcase Analytical Thinking

Highlight any research projects, presentations, case studies, or strategy-related coursework.

2️⃣ Demonstrate Communication Skills

Mention group projects, leadership roles, writing samples, club involvement, or presentations.

3️⃣ Tailor Your CV to Strategy & Business

Add modules such as brand strategy, business management, marketing, or communications.

4️⃣ Include Technical & Soft Skills

Examples:

  • Research, insights, presentations

  • Problem-solving, communication, teamwork

  • MS Office, Google Workspace, or data tools

5️⃣ Keep It Clean & Professional

Use a simple layout with clear headings, bullet points, and measurable achievements.

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