Truworths, one of South Africa’s leading fashion retailers, is now recruiting for its 2025 Graduate and Trainee Programmes.
Whether you’re into fashion design, business analytics, or IT systems, Truworths has a space for you to learn, grow, and thrive. If you’re a recent graduate or about to graduate, this could be your break into the competitive fashion retail industry.
Employer: Truworths South Africa
Location: Nationwide Opportunities
Applications Now Open – Limited Intake for 2025
What Is the Truworths Trainee Programme?
The Truworths Graduate Development Programme is a structured full-time work experience opportunity for recent graduates who are passionate about fashion, retail, and innovation. These trainee roles give you hands-on experience in one of the most fast-paced industries in the country—backed by expert mentorship and training.
Each programme is tailored to build your skills, expose you to real business challenges, and prepare you for permanent roles within Truworths.
Who Can Apply?
These trainee programmes are open to South African graduates who have completed or are in the final year of their studies in the relevant fields. You must be available to start in 2025 and willing to commit to a full-time in-office training period.
Available Trainee Positions for 2025
Truworths is currently accepting applications for the following graduate programmes:
1. Trainee Fashion Planner
2. Trainee Fashion Buyer
3. Trainee Fashion Designer / Graphic Designer
4. Trainee Garment Technologist
5. Trainee Risk Analyst
6. Trainee Sourcing Coordinator
7. Information Systems Graduate Roles
Why Choose Truworths?
- Work with industry leaders in a national fashion retail powerhouse
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals
- Structured training and upskilling designed to fast-track your career
- Opportunity for permanent employment after successful completion
- Access to a dynamic work culture that values creativity, efficiency, and collaboration
Don’t Qualify Yet? Here’s How You Can Qualify
If you’re still studying or don’t meet the requirements just yet, here are a few qualifications that could help you qualify for the next intake:
- Fashion Design & Retail Buying (FEDISA)
- Business and Data Analytics Courses (University of Cape Town Online, GetSmarter)
- Diploma in Garment Construction (Tshwane University of Technology)
- Risk Management & Supply Chain Management (UNISA)
- BSc IT and Computer Science Degrees (Varsity College, Pearson Institute)
Completing any of the above will position you better for future opportunities with Truworths or other fashion and retail giants.
How to Apply
Visit the Truworths Careers Portal to view current openings via the link below:
You’ll need:
- A full academic transcript
- A clear and updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID and qualifications
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you haven’t heard back within 21 days, consider your application unsuccessful.
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