SGS YES Program 2025 Administration Internship in Pretoria: Apply Now

SGS, a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification, offers a 12 month paid experiential learning opportunity in reporting and administration based in Pretoria, Gauteng.

The YES Program (Youth Employment Service) is a South African government backed initiative that provides unemployed young people with their first meaningful work experience. Interns are placed in a 12 month internship within the administration and reporting environment at SGS in Pretoria, working alongside professionals, handling real responsibilities, and building skills sought by employers.

• Work with Microsoft Excel to create, format, and develop analytical spreadsheets
• Research and use AI tools and programs relevant to your tasks
• Analyse and summarise information to support decision making
• Communicate professionally in writing and verbally
• Maintain confidentiality across all tasks and documentation
• Complete assignments with personal accountability and a results driven mindset

Qualifications needed:

• Grade 12 or Matric certificate
• A National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration
• A qualification or short course in Data Analytics will be an added advantage

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID document
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 33
• Must be currently unemployed
• Must not have participated in a YES Program before
• Must have a clean criminal record
• Must be willing to relocate to Pretoria, Gauteng

Skills and personal attributes the company is looking for:

• Exceptional computer literacy, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency
• An affinity for data analysis and working with numbers
• Solid research skills and the ability to summarise complex information
• Exceptional organisational skills
• A self motivated attitude with a high level of initiative