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Job Description | Are you a bright and passionate graduate from a Software Development, Computer Science or Information Technology background, hoping to kick start your career in a dynamic working environment at a leading international retailer? Open the door to an exciting learning journey where programming, software development and information system support will be part of your day job as an IT Intern, whilst having your learning journey supported by a team of IT professionals who are eager to help you grow your skills and knowledge base in the working world. This position is based at the Truworths Head Office in Cape Town and requires the successful candidate to be in Cape Town and ready to start on 1 August 2025. Skills within Information Technology are transferable skills that are also used in other Industries. The exciting thing about retail is that it is a fast-paced, ever-changing, dynamic industry that has to move with the times to ensure that we offer our customers the best possible products. Our Information Systems Department helps us to achieve this. |
Key Responsibilities | WHAT TYPE OF SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING SKILLS ARE NEEDED AT TRUWORTHS? • C# • Java • PL/SQL which will open up a world of other technology related opportunities as tech and times change. If you enjoy programming and have a natural affinity to code, this might be the opportunity ideal for you. The above mentioned programming skills are used in various teams across our Information Systems Department namely: The Point of Sale Team, the Merchandise Logistics Team, the Business Intelligence Team, The Finance and Human Resource Systems Teams, The Merchandise Systems Development Team, The Systems Support Teams, The Credit, Risk and Marketing Team. |
Qualifications and Experience | We consider graduates from various tertiary education backgrounds, as long as it relates to Information Technology and Software Development. We therefore consider B.Sc Computer Science, B.Eng, B.Tech, B.Com Information Systems, and Advanced Diploma in Information Technology and/or Software Development. Software development should have been a major in your course as this will be core to your role. |
Competencies | Practical coding exposure Technically minded Analytical Systems thinking approach A curious mind Highly team orientated Receptive and open to learning. |