Job: Product Development Graduate Intern (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Company : PEP; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 55,800 - 111,600; Full time

Job summary

PEP is offering a 12-month Product Development Graduate Internship for graduates interested in FMCG product development. The intern will support the entire lifecycle of private-label consumer goods, gaining exposure to product conceptualization, formulation, packaging, and product launch processes while working closely with the NPD Manager.

Located in Northern Suburbs, Cape Town, the role requires a degree in a relevant field and offers invaluable hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Marketing, Business Management or Graphic Design.
• South African citizen.
• Aged 18–32 years.
• Computer literacy (MS Office and Google Suite).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the New Product Development (NPD) Manager.
• Assist with product research and market trend analysis.
• Contribute to product conceptualization and development activities.
• Support packaging and branding initiatives.
• Assist with product launch preparations.
• Collaborate with internal teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Perform administrative and project-related duties as assigned.
• Help bridge market trends and consumer needs with product development.

Skills

Product research

Market trend analysis

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Computer literacy (MS Office and Google Suite)

Education

Degree in Food Science, Marketing, Business Management, or Graphic Design

Job description

Product Development Graduate Intern (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

PEP is offering a 12-month Product Development Graduate Internship for graduates interested in product innovation and FMCG product development. The intern will support the end-to-end lifecycle of private‑label consumer goods, including personal care, food products, baby products, and cleaning products. This opportunity provides exposure to product conceptualization, formulation, packaging, market analysis, and product launch processes while working closely with the New Product Development (NPD) Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support the New Product Development (NPD) Manager
• Assist with product research and market trend analysis
• Contribute to product conceptualisation and development activities
• Support packaging and branding initiatives
• Assist with product launch preparations
• Collaborate with internal teams throughout the product lifecycle
• Perform administrative and project‑related duties as assigned
• Help bridge market trends and consumer needs with product development

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Marketing, Business Management or Graphic Design
• South African citizen
• Aged 18–32 years
• Computer literacy (MS Office and Google Suite)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Hiring organization

PEP

Employment Type: Internship

Job Location: Northern Suburbs (Cape), South Africa