Global advertising agency heavyweight VML is recruiting for 7 internships at their Johannesburg offices. Here's your chance to join their 30,000-strong global workforce.
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At VML, innovation and growth are driven by a century of combined expertise where creativity, technology, and diverse perspectives converge. Born from the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, they operate as a hybrid of agency, consultancy, and tech powerhouse.
Now you have a chance to work at the agency that has an international team of 30,000 - working at 150 offices across the globe.
Their agency communication specialities include communications, commerce, CRM, CX, data, and production.
They have seven different internships available in their Johannesburg offices.
UPDATE: THESE OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW CLOSED
Internship - Creative Technologist
As a Creative Technologist Intern at VML South Africa, you'll be a key player in bringing innovative ideas to life. You'll assist in researching emerging technologies, prototyping interactive experiences, and developing technology-driven campaigns, working closely with experienced technologists and creatives.
AI Internship
Join VML South Africa as an AI Intern and dive into the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence within advertising and marketing! This internship offers hands-on experience developing and implementing AI-powered solutions for real-world client projects. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contributing to innovative campaigns using machine learning, natural language processing, and more.
Internship - Operations
As our Operations Intern, you'll be the unsung hero behind the scenes, helping to keep the VML South Africa office running like a well-oiled (and super-fun) machine. This isn't just about making copies and fetching coffee (though, let's be honest, sometimes that's part of it!). You'll get hands-on experience in everything from vendor wrangling to facilities finesse, all while contributing to a vibrant and productive work environment. Think of it as your chance to learn the ropes, make a real impact, and maybe even discover your inner office superhero. Plus, you'll get paid!
Internship - Client Service
What You'll Do On This Internship (Besides Laugh at Our Bad Jokes):
- Help us keep our clients happy (and maybe even a little bit obsessed with us).
- Assist in making sure our campaigns are smoother than a freshly-paved road.
- Be the glue that holds everything together (no pressure!).
- Learn a ton and have a blast doing it.
Internship - Copywriter
Ready to ditch the textbooks and dive headfirst into the real world of copywriting? As our Intern Copywriter, you'll be crafting words alongside seasoned pros, helping to dream up and execute campaigns that turn heads and move hearts (and products!). You'll be a conceptual ninja, a storytelling samurai, and a master of the concept, all while learning the ropes from the best in the biz. If you can work well with an art director (think: peanut butter and jelly, but with pixels and prose), we want you!
Internship - Art Director
This Art Director Internship is not just about fetching coffee (though we appreciate a good latte). It's a chance to roll up your sleeves, get your hands dirty, and contribute to real, impactful campaigns that will make your portfolio sing. As an Art Direction Intern, you will be working alongside our seasoned Art Directors and Creative Directors, learning the ropes and helping to shape the visual landscape of some of South Africa's most iconic brands. You'll get exposure to both Above-The-Line (ATL) and Below-The-Line (BTL) projects, so you can figure out what floats your creative boat.
Internship - Art Director (Digital)
This Art Director Internship is not just about fetching coffee (though we appreciate a good latte). It's a chance to roll up your sleeves, get your hands dirty, and contribute to real, impactful campaigns that will make your portfolio sing. As an Art Direction Intern, you will be working alongside our seasoned Art Directors and Creative Directors, learning the ropes and helping to shape the visual landscape of some of South Africa's most iconic brands. You'll get exposure to Below-The-Line (BTL) projects, so you can figure out what floats your creative boat.
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