Marketing Intern

Modern Day Talent; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 81,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

Modern Day Talent in Cape Town offers a Marketing Intern role within a fast‑growing international business. You will gain hands‑on experience in writing, storytelling, and digital marketing while supporting campaigns to attract talent and international clients.

The position is hybrid – 3 days per week at our Cape Town offices, with hours 11:00 to 19:30 SAST. A monthly stipend of R8,000 is provided to help you grow your career in marketing, content creation, and AI-enabled campaigns.

Qualifications

• Exceptional written English skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Interest in marketing, content creation, or communications.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and creatively.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with content writing for blogs, website pages, newsletters, and social media.
• Support the creation of marketing materials and campaigns.
• Help draft LinkedIn posts and thought-leadership content.
• Manage daily LinkedIn community engagement to build relationships with potential clients.
• Conduct basic research for marketing topics and industry trends.
• Assist with content planning and scheduling.
• Support the team with creative marketing ideas and initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal team members on marketing projects.

Skills

Written English

Attention to detail

Marketing interest

Clear communication

Self-motivated learner

Education

Marketing/Communications/Journalism student or grad

Tools

Canva

Adobe Suite

AI tools

Social media marketing

Job description

Working Pattern: Hybrid | 3x per week at our offices in Cape Town

Working Hours: 11am - 7.30pm SAST

Reporting Manager: CEO

Monthly stipend offered: R8,000

NB: Please do not apply for both the Marketing Intern and Social Media and Content Intern positions. Only one application is necessary and your application will be considered for both positions.

About Us

We are an offshore staffing firm connecting exceptional South African talent with international companies. Our mission is to help global businesses scale with world‑class professionals while creating meaningful career opportunities locally.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Marketing Intern who is passionate about writing, storytelling, and digital marketing to support our marketing efforts.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands‑on marketing experience in a fast‑growing international business environment.

The Role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Marketing Intern who is excited by the idea of: experimenting with different marketing strategies, doing deep‑dives into social platforms, and supporting the conceptualisation of creative ideas to drive brand awareness.

You’ll support the marketing team with content creation and marketing initiatives that help attract both talent and international clients.

The ideal candidate is someone who loves writing, enjoys learning new tools, and wants to build a career in marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with content writing for blogs, website pages, newsletters, and social media
• Support the creation of marketing materials and campaigns
• Help draft LinkedIn posts and thought‑leadership content
• Manage daily LinkedIn community engagement to build relationships with potential clients
• Conduct basic research for marketing topics and industry trends
• Assist with content planning and scheduling
• Support the team with creative marketing ideas and initiatives
• Collaborate with internal team members on marketing projects

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional written English skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Interest in marketing, content creation, or communications
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and creatively
• Self‑motivated with a willingness to learn

Nice to Have (but not required)

• Experience using Canva/Adobe suite
• Familiarity with AI tools (ChatGPT, content tools, etc.)
• Basic understanding of social media marketing
• Previous writing experience (blogs, university projects, etc.)

What You’ll Gain

• Real‑world experience in digital marketing and content creation
• Exposure to international business and recruitment markets
• Opportunity to develop writing and marketing skills
• Mentorship and guidance from an experienced team
• Potential for long‑term opportunities within the company

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Students or recent graduates in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related fields
• Someone who loves writing and storytelling
• A curious learner interested in AI and modern marketing tools
• A proactive individual who enjoys working in a startup environment that changes quickly and is interested in the opportunity to upskill across various disciplines