Are you a final-year Fashion Design or Fashion Retail student with a passion for innovation, functionality, and purpose-driven design? Jonsson Workwear is offering an exciting two-year Graduate Internship Programme for young, dynamic individuals who are ready to shape the future of workwear.
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Jonsson Workwear, South Africa’s leading workwear brand, is offering an exciting two-year Graduate Internship Programme for young, dynamic individuals who are ready to shape the future of workwear.
This opportunity is designed for graduates who want to gain hands-on product development experience, work with industry leaders, and create garments that support the workforce across South Africa and beyond.
About Jonsson Workwear
Jonsson Workwear is known for crafting reliable, fit-for-purpose clothing that meets the needs of the most demanding jobs. Now, the company is investing in the next generation of creators who will take workwear innovation to the next level — combining style, strength, and purpose.
What to Expect from the Graduate Programme
This immersive internship will place you within Jonsson Workwear’s Product Team, where you will:
- Learn how to design, develop, and refine original garments
- Apply your creativity to real-world challenges and contribute to the design process
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the business
- Use commercial insights to improve functionality and aesthetics
- Have the opportunity to take ownership of garments, from concept to completion
- Gain access to mentorship from industry experts and thought leaders
Over two years, you’ll grow in confidence, capability, and creativity — building a strong foundation for a future career in product development, apparel design, or fashion retail innovation.
Qualities of the Ideal Candidate
This opportunity is perfect for graduates who are:
- Self-motivated and eager to gain hands-on experience
- Curious, creative thinkers with a passion for fashion and function
- Collaborative and people-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills
- Disciplined and goal-driven, with a proactive approach to challenges
- Comfortable being accountable, both to themselves and others
- Energetic problem-solvers who enjoy getting involved and learning by doing
- Passionate about community involvement and sharing knowledge with others
Minimum Requirements
To apply for the Jonsson Workwear Graduate Internship 2025, candidates must:
- Be 25 years old or younger
- Be completing their final year of study in 2025 (undergraduate or postgraduate)
- Have no formal full-time work experience
- Show evidence of strong academic performance
- Demonstrate community involvement or leadership
- Have some part-time work experience (advantageous)
- Be a South African citizen and reside in South Africa
Why Join Jonsson Workwear?
This isn’t just an internship — it’s the start of a career in meaningful design. You'll be part of a company committed to making a difference by producing garments that serve real people, doing real work. With mentorship, creative freedom, and exposure to the full product lifecycle, this programme will elevate your career in ways that few graduate roles can.
HOW TO APPLY
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