At Monocle, we are committed to developing talented individuals, empowering them to become the next generation of leaders in consulting.
Our one-week Internship Programme is designed to equip a group of South Africa’s top students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the world of management consulting.
Our Internship Programme provides the unique opportunity to learn directly from industry professionals, gain practical insights into the world of consulting and build a strong professional network. Our supportive and collaborative environment fosters learning and growth, making it the perfect platform to launch your career.
Over the years, Monocle has won many awards, but none have meant as much as being recognised as a ‘Top Employer’ by the international Top Employer Institute.
Having undergone a rigorous, multi-month audit process with Top Employer, this achievement reflects the success of Monocle’s people-centric business strategy. We wholeheartedly believe that if you provide the best possible work environment and people practices, you will attract and retain the top people in the industry and allow them to reach their full potential.
Press Start with Monocle
At Monocle, we are passionate about what we do.
Monocle is passionate about our work: Monocle consultants gain an unparalleled breadth and depth of exposure to the banking and insurance industries, working closely with the most prestigious banks and insurers in South Africa and across Europe to implement dynamic solutions across the most critical areas of the financial industry.
Monocle is passionate about our people: We know that our biggest asset is our people. We invest heavily in our training and development programmes, ensuring that every employee has the opportunity to continually upskill themselves in a range of competencies. We also provide ongoing career advice through our mentorship programme, ensuring every employee is equipped to progress through each stage of their personalised career growth plan as they work towards their professional goals.
Monocle is passionate about our culture: We are people-people. Outside of work, we love nothing more than to engage and socialise with our colleagues at company events and through our many sports clubs. We believe that it is through the strong relationships we build internally that we have developed a strong culture of honesty, respect, and inclusivity.
Who we are looking for
At Monocle, we want to work with well-rounded individuals with the ability to adapt to challenges and think on their feet – the perfect balance between academic smarts, pragmaticism, critical thinking and a knack for solving complex business problems.
The perfect candidate will have a combination of the following attributes:
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Currently studying/enrolled for a postgraduate degree in a relevant field (Finance, Data, Accounting, Engineering or the Sciences)
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A strong academic record with a proven track record of high-performance
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Works well with others in a team
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Passionate and competitive
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Resilient and determined
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Intelligent with empathy
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Ability to think critically
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Social and outgoing
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Technically astute
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Positive mindset
Kickstart your career at a dynamic and innovative management consulting firm.
Recruitment Process
Assessment Test
A 45-minute, 60-question, online competency assessment test.
P&C Meet and Greet
A personal meeting with People & Culture to get to know you and to tell you more about Monocle.
Leadership Team Interview
To discuss skills, business knowledge, company fit and the structure of the Internship Programme.
Finalisation
A final offer is made by the P&C team to the candidate to join the Internship Programme.
Our investment in you includes
Unparalleled Training
World-class, formalised internship training based on industry standards
Senior-level Involvement
Training conducted by our senior-level management consultants
Skills Development
Knowledge and business skills development to prepare for the working world
Mentorship
Mentorship and support from industry professionals
Growth
The opportunity to accelerate your career in management consulting
Networking
The opportunity to meet and connect with professionals in the industry
Social
Meet like-minded individuals and engage in fun activities
Culture
If you ask any of our staff why they love working at Monocle, they will invariably tell you that it is all about our culture. We are heavily invested in making sure that we hire people who will work alongside us on continuously building one of the best corporate cultures within the management consulting industry.
This programme provided me with the necessary insights into the world of work and empowered me to establish myself as a working professional. It's an extraordinary opportunity to learn, improve your network, establish your brand, and to make new friends.
Muziwethu Sithole
The internship gives you a perfect representation of what being a part of Monocle is like. It introduces you to the fundamental concepts and skills required for a career in consulting, and it was fun!
Sarah Erasmus
Our People and Culture team
Meet the team behind Monocle People and Culture
Zolile Zikode
Lyle Stevens
Refiloe Mothibi
Helen Stratis
