Project Administrator Intern - Graduate Programme

rag-talent; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Hands-on training

Performance reviews

Hybrid flexibility

Travel opportunities

Job summary

rag-talent in Pretoria is seeking four enthusiastic and resilient graduates to join its structured Project Administrator Internship Programme. This intensive programme acts as a career springboard for building a long-term career within corporate event and incentive travel management.

Successful candidates will start on an initial six-month contract as Project Administrators to learn the fundamentals of the business, with a second six-month contracted progression option.

Qualifications

• Recently completed degree/diploma in Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Business Management or related field.
• Resilience to manage stress and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident telephone manner, email etiquette, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Professional presentation suitable for representing a corporate agency to high-profile clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with day-to-day administrative tasks and track event timelines.
• Manage communication with corporate clients via telephone and email.
• Draft formal correspondence and documentation to a high standard.
• Support event logistics and supplier coordination under supervision.
• Ensure tasks are completed with attention to detail and timelines.
• Research destinations, hotels, venues, and assist in preparing client proposals and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Professional presentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Tourism/Hospitality degree

Event management degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint/Canva

Word

Job description

An established corporate events and destination management agency is seeking four enthusiastic and resilient graduates to join their structured Project Administrator Internship Programme. This intensive programme is designed as a career springboard for individuals looking to build a long-term career within high-pressure corporate event & incentive travel management. Successful candidates will start on an initial six-month contract as Project Administrators to learn the fundamentals of the business, with the opportunity to transition into a second six-month contract and progress toward a Junior Project Manager role. The position requires full-time, in-office presence. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 (Standard corporate office hours). Due to the nature of the events industry, flexibility is required during peak project periods, including weekends and after-hours work.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Project Support: Assist project teams with day-to-day administrative tasks, maintaining accurate project documentation, and tracking event timelines.
• Client Engagement: Manage professional communication with corporate clients via telephone and email, ensuring a high level of customer service and responsiveness.
• Corporate Communication: Draft formal correspondence, corporate emails, and documentation to a high standard of professional writing.
• Event Coordination Support: Support the coordination of event logistics, supplier arrangements, and program schedules under the guidance of senior team members.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project tasks are completed with high attention to detail, adhering to strict corporate standards and event timelines.
• Research & Proposal Compilation: Conduct destination, hotel, venue and supplier research, and assist in compiling client proposals, presentations and supporting project documentation.

Requirements

• Education: A recently completed university degree or diploma from a recognised institution specialising in Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management, Marketing, Business Management or related qualification.
• Resilience: Proven ability to manage stress and perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Communication Skills: Confident telephone manner, email etiquette, and strong interpersonal skills, with a proactive willingness to engage with corporate clients.
• Professional Presentation: Exceptional personal grooming and professional presentation suitable for representing a corporate agency to high-profile clients.

Required Software Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint / Canva
• Microsoft Word

Benefits

• High Career Progression: Clear pathway to progress from Project Administrator to Junior Project Manager, with a 90% internal retention rate into permanent roles.
• Structured Development: Hands-on training, mentorship, and practical exposure within the corporate events and logistics sector.
• Performance-Based Growth: Regular performance and compensation reviews throughout the 12-month programme.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Opportunity to access hybrid working privileges (work-from-home on Tuesdays and Thursdays) upon successful transition into a permanent role.
• Travel: Travel opportunities may present themselves as experience and responsibilities grow.