The Experience Programme (WEP) at Mr Price Group offers an exciting annual internship for final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students across South Africa. This three-week intensive program held at our sunny headquarters provides a deep dive into the retail industry with a focus on Retail Merchandise or Product Buying.
What’s in It for You… and Us?
- Gain invaluable insights and comprehensive understanding of the retail sector, particularly in buying and merchandise.
- Experience a ‘working interview’ to showcase your skills and potential to contribute to our team.
- Explore a potential career path in a dynamic and fast-paced industry.
- Network with professionals and potentially secure a place in our talent pipeline for future opportunities.
- Participate actively in the Buying Stream, learning the nuts and bolts of retail buying, including product selection, pricing strategies, supplier interaction, and inventory management.
- Engage in hands-on tasks and projects that offer a practical understanding of a career in fashion and merchandise buying.
- Collaborate with seasoned professionals and your peers in a supportive learning environment.
Qualifications:
- Currently in the final year of an undergraduate (Degree/Diploma) or postgraduate (Honours) program.
- Studying one of the following or related fields:
- Fashion Design
- Clothing Management
- Consumer Science
- Fashion Production
- Fashion Buying
- Fashion Management & Communications
- Interior Design
- Textile Design
- Enthusiastic about a career in retail and fashion.
- Proactive, eager to learn, and ready to take on challenges.
- Creative, with an eye for trends and detail.
- Demonstrates potential leadership qualities and a team-oriented mindset.
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- Ensure you meet the qualification criteria and are available for the full duration of the internship.
- Prepare to dive into a fast-paced, enriching environment where you can demonstrate your capabilities and learn extensively about the retail industry.
If you’re looking to kickstart your career in the retail sector and think you have what it takes to be a WEPian, we encourage you to apply for this unique opportunity to test drive your future career while making invaluable professional connections at Mr Price Group.