Coca-Cola Ascend Graduate Internship Programme 2026
Location
South Africa
Closing Date
30 November 2025
What’s in it for you?
As an Ascend – Leader in Training, you will be part of a high-impact programme designed to shape the next generation of CCBA leaders. During the programme, you will:
- Gain exposure to multiple business functions, from Operations to Commercial and Support Services.
- Build leadership capability through structured development, coaching, and real-world experience.
- Contribute to meaningful business projects that create real impact.
- Learn from experienced leaders and mentors.
- Experience leadership grounded in courage, integrity, and curiosity in a dynamic FMCG environment.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in structured learning and rotational assignments across key business areas.
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to business challenges.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business outcomes.
- Demonstrate leadership through ownership, initiative, and teamwork.
- Reflect, learn continuously, embrace feedback, and adapt quickly.
Skills, Experience & Education
Skills
- Driven to make an impact
- Thirst to learn
- Genuinely caring for customers, teams, and communities
- Willing to take ownership and lead through others
- Proficient in MS Office
- Proficient in English
Behaviors
- Embraces feedback and change with courage.
- Demonstrates curiosity, accountability, and optimism.
- Collaborates effectively with diverse teams.
- Maintains composure and resilience under pressure.
Competencies
- Impact-Driven: Delivers results in new situations
- Fast-Paced: Thrives in dynamic settings
- Influencer: Shapes how things are done
- Challenge-Seeker: Enjoys teamwork and problem-solving
- Independent: Strives for excellence with autonomy
- Empathetic: Supports and understands others
- Inclusive: Fosters belonging and openness
Qualifications
- Minimum undergraduate degree (completed within the last two years)
Experience
- Active involvement in extra-curricular or other activities during studies
- Proven leadership or success track record
- Experience with Microsoft Office
Application
Application can only be done online. Click here to submit your application
Coca-Cola is looking for unemployed graduates to apply for their Ascend Internship Programme, for the year 2026.
Location : South Africa
Closing date: 30 November 2025
Coca-Cola Ascend Graduates Internship Programme
What’s in it for you?
As an Ascend – Leader in Training you will be part of a high-impact programme designed to shape the next generation of CCBA leaders. Over the course of this journey, you will:
- Gain exposure to multiple business functions, from Operations to Commercial and Support Services.
- Build leadership capability through structured development, coaching, and on-the-job experience.
- Contribute to meaningful business projects that create real impact.
- Learn from experienced leaders and mentors who will guide your growth.
- Experience what it means to lead with courage, integrity, and curiosity in one of Africa’s most dynamic FMCG environments.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in structured learning and rotational assignments across key business areas.
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to business challenges.
- Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to deliver business outcomes.
- Demonstrate leadership through initiative, ownership, and collaboration.
- Reflect and learn continuously – seeking feedback, embracing stretch assignments, and adapting quickly.
Skills, Experience & Education
- Driven to make an Impact
- Thirsty to Learn
- Genuinely Caring for customers, teams and communities
- Willing to take ownership and lead through others
Behaviors
- Embraces feedback and change with courage.
- Demonstrates curiosity, accountability, and optimism.
- Collaborates effectively with diverse teams.
- Maintains composure and resilience under pressure.
Competencies
- Impact-Driven: Delivers results in new situations
- Fast-Paced: Thrives in dynamic settings
- Influencer: Wants to shape how things are done
- Challenge-Seeker: Enjoys variety and teamwork
- Independent: Strives for excellence with autonomy
- Empathetic: Understands and supports others
- Inclusive: Fosters belonging and openness
Qualifications:
- Minimum of an undergraduate degree (completed within the last two years).
Experience
- Actively involved in various other activities throughout the academic journey
- Track record of success/ Leadership assignment
- Experience with MS Office and Proficient in English
Application
Application can only be done online, Click here to submit your application
