Brambles

Corporate Communications Intern

Westville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Full time

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Corporate Communications Intern

Based at Westville, Durban

“Where creativity meets corporate impact.”

Launch your communications career and gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic global team.

Position Purpose:  The communications intern will assist the AMETA Corporate Communications team in the planning, analysis and execution of a variety of internal and external communications projects. 

This role will be responsible for:

  • Creation of communications such as internal emailers, graphics, posters, podcasts, infographics, videos, surveys.
  • Assisting with internal and external campaigns as required.
  • Copywriting and editing (e.g. press releases, articles for newsletters, case studies).

Analysis of the success of communications campaigns and output through analysis of metrics and trends.

Challenges

  • Working across time zones and cultures.
  • Manage multiple tasks and stakeholders.
  • Responding to business needs quickly, with ability to grasp concepts on the fly.
  •  Responsibility to complete all tasks assigned with accuracy and on time

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree program or higher, and coursework in the area(s) of Journalism or Media.

Desirable Qualifications: A background in Journalism, English literature, Media or other related area would be very beneficial.

Experience

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint and Graphics/video packages
  • Research and analysis skills

Skills and Knowledge

  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Excellent verbal and presentation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Good level of numeracy
  • Creativity
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

“Create content that connects people and purpose.”

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Remote Type

Hybrid Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.