Internship Programme (Experiential Learning) - VKB Group, Various Locations

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK.

Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture, with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

Internship Programme (Experiential Learning)

Ready to gain valuable workplace experience and take the next step in your studies?

GWK and VKB are inviting motivated and enthusiastic students to apply for our Internship Programme (Experiential Learning). This programme is designed for students who require practical workplace experience to complete the experiential learning component of their qualification.

Opportunities Available

• GWK: 1 TVET Internship
• VKB: 2 TVET Internships

Who Should Apply?

We're looking for students who:

• Are currently enrolled at a recognised institution.
• Require practical workplace experience to complete their qualification.
• Can provide a letter from their institution confirming the experiential learning requirement.
• Have a good academic record.
• Are passionate about agriculture and agribusiness.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are eager to learn and develop professionally.
• Are South African citizens.

What You'll Gain

• Structured workplace learning
• Practical industry experience
• Exposure to experienced professionals
• Mentorship and coaching
• Development of valuable workplace skills

Required Documents

• Comprehensive CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Academic record
• Statement of results
• Letter from institution confirming experiential learning requirement

If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and build a strong foundation for your future career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the first step towards your future with the VKB Group.

Important Information for Applicants

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

When applying, please ensure that:

• You use Google Chrome to access the Career Portal.
• You upload a clear and professional CV in PDF or Word format only.
• Your CV does not contain handwritten notes or markings.
• Supporting documents such as your ID, driver's licence, certificates, or other documentation are uploaded in the designated sections and not combined with your CV.
• Your profile photo meets the minimum size requirement of 300 x 300 pixels.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity. Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.

We respect your time and ask that you respect ours by providing truthful information throughout the recruitment process. This helps ensure that we focus on candidates who are genuinely aligned with the requirements of the role and the values of our organisation.

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