Heineken Global Graduates Internship Programme 2026

 Heineken is looking for unemployed graduates to apply for their Global Internship Programme, for the year 2026.

  • Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Closing Date: 31 May 2026

Heineken Global Graduates Internship Programme 2026

About the program

  • Rotation 1: Set off in the HEINEKEN operating company of application in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa. Here, you’ll gain a solid foundation in your specific function and an understanding of our operations, strategy, and culture.
  • Rotation 2: Continue in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa of application with a cross-functional assignment, widening your perspective and understanding of different business areas and how they interconnect.
  • Rotation 3: Broaden your horizons with an international assignment, enhancing your global mindset and cultural adaptability.
  • Landing Role: Now you’ve got all the tools, it’s time for you to apply what you’ve learnt in a management position within your country of application in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa. Every day will bring a chance to continue with your growth and development.

A Handful of (Program) Highlights:

  • A Great Graduate Community
  • Support and Mentorship
  • Extensive Learning Journey
  • A Vast Range of Assignments

Who They’re Searching For:

  • Passionate about building a meaningful career in one of our key functions.
  • Ready to embrace new challenges and explore diverse experiences.
  • Prepared to take initiative, lead projects, and drive change.

 What You Will Learn:

  • The HEINEKEN Way: Gain an exclusive insight into our strategic direction and contribute to its execution.
  • Project Leadership: Take the lead on projects that drive our business forward.
  • Stakeholder & Change Management: Develop the skills needed to manage stakeholders and lead effective and meaningful change.

Criteria & Conditions

  • Education: A Bachelor’s degree. A qualification in a relevant discipline such as Marketing, Sales, Commerce, Business Management or a related field.
  • Work Experience: No specific previous work experience is required! But they are looking specifically for new graduates. That’s a maximum of 1-year post-graduation.
  • Languages: English language is essential, in addition to your local language requirements.
  • Work Rights: The right to work in the country of your program is essential.
  • Travel Flexibility: Global exploration can’t happen from home! They require all Explorers to be fully globally mobile.

Application

Application can only be done online, Click here to submit your application