Sales Cadet

Sydsen; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automotive dealership in East Rand is offering a 12-month YES Internship for a Sales Cadet. This opportunity is ideal for unemployed youth aged 18-35 seeking to gain practical experience in vehicle sales and customer engagement. An ideal candidate should possess a matric certificate, strong communication skills, and a professional appearance. Monthly stipend of R5,600 will be provided during the internship.

Benefits

Structured workplace experience

On-the-job training

Monthly stipend of R5,600

Qualifications

• South African citizen aged between 18 and 35.
• Currently unemployed and not studying full-time.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Interest in vehicle sales and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team with daily showroom operations.
• Engage customers entering the dealership.
• Support sales executives with vehicle presentations.
• Maintain showroom standards and vehicle displays.
• Capture customer information and update CRM systems.
• Follow up with prospective customers under supervision.
• Support administrative tasks related to sales.
• Participate in product and sales process training.

Skills

Sales-oriented mindset

Customer-focused approach

Confidence and initiative

Willingness to learn

Good time management

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

SUMMARY:

Sales Cadet – 12-Month YES Internship Programme
Location: East Rand
Industry: Automotive Retail
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Internship (12 Months)
Salary: R5,600 per month

POSITION INFO:

Role Overview: A well-established automotive dealership in the East Rand is offering a 12-month YES Internship opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven Sales Cadet. This role is suited to unemployed youth who are eager to gain hands‑on experience in vehicle sales and customer engagement within a dealership environment. The successful intern will receive structured training and exposure to the full vehicle sales process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the sales team with daily showroom operations
• Welcome and engage customers entering the dealership
• Support sales executives with vehicle presentations and test drive coordination
• Maintain showroom standards, vehicle displays, and promotional material
• Assist with capturing customer information and updating CRM systems
• Follow up with prospective customers under supervision
• Support administrative tasks related to sales documentation
• Participate in product and sales process training

Minimum Requirements:

• Must meet YES Programme eligibility criteria
• South African citizen
• Aged between 18 and 35
• Currently unemployed and not studying full-time
• Matric certificate (essential)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance and positive attitude
• Basic computer literacy
• Interest in vehicle sales and customer service

Skills and Competencies:

• Sales-oriented mindset
• Customer-focused approach
• Confidence and initiative
• Willingness to learn and take instruction
• Ability to work in a target-driven environment
• Good time management and organisational skills

What the Programme Offers:

• 12 months of structured workplace experience
• Practical exposure to vehicle sales operations
• On-the-job training and mentorship
• Monthly stipend of R5,600