Office Admin Intern: Global Operations Experience

Symrise AG; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise South Africa is seeking an enthusiastic intern to provide day-to-day administrative support and help maintain efficient office operations. The role offers exposure to document control, data management, and cross-functional coordination within a global organization.

The YES Programme aims to reduce youth unemployment by offering practical work experience. The selected candidate will join a dynamic team, develop essential office skills, and contribute to procurement, finance, and

Qualifications

• Recently completed a Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Office Management, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Commerce, Management Assistant, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Office applications and administrative systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn in a professional environment.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Prior administrative exposure through studies, internships, volunteer work, or student projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to ensure the smooth running of the office.
• Assist with document management, filing, record keeping, and maintaining accurate business records.
• Support meeting coordination, venue bookings, and general office logistics.
• Update company databases, prepare spreadsheets, and maintain data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with internal and external communications, correspondence, and visitor reception.
• Support procurement and finance administration, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoice tracking.
• Help maintain office supplies and coordinate vendors, suppliers, and courier services.
• Contribute to departmental projects, process improvement initiatives, and compliance activities.
• Gain practical experience in office administration and business operations within a global organization.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive and reliable

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration or related field

Diploma or Degree in Office Management/ Public Administration/ Commerce/ Management Assistant

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Symrise South Africa is seeking an enthusiastic intern to provide day-to-day administrative support and help maintain efficient office operations. The role offers exposure to document control, data management, and cross-functional coordination within a global organization.

The YES Programme aims to reduce youth unemployment by offering practical work experience. The selected candidate will join a dynamic team, develop essential office skills, and contribute to procurement, finance, and