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BDO South Africa: YES Intern 2026 People & Culture

Placement: JHB Illovo

Job Ref #: BDO-2059

Industry: Human Resources

Job Type: Contract

Kick-start your career with us! We’ve got 12 month Fixed-Term Contract roles ready for you to explore. Step into your future with one of the world’s fastest-growing professional services firms. BDO’s YES Internship Programme is your chance to gain real work experience, grow your skills, and find your place in the world of business.

Job Description

Step into your future with one of the world’s fastest-growing professional services firms. BDO’s YES Internship Programme is your chance to gain real work experience, grow your skills, and find your place in the world of business.

Who We Are

At BDO, we’re all about people. We believe in helping you grow—not just as a professional, but as a person. When you join us, you’re not just an intern. You’re part of a team that’s shaping the future of work.

What’s In It for You?

  • A hands-on, real-world learning experience
  • Real projects, real impact—no coffee runs here
  • Build your skills and confidence as you move from student to professional
  • Be part of a young, energetic team that’s going places
  • Connect and collaborate with BDO leaders and mentors
  • Boost your personal and professional growth

Job Requirements

This is more than just an internship. It’s a launchpad.

Skills, That’ll Make You Stand Out:

  • Intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong reporting and analytical capabilities
  • Database management and documentation handling

Experience and Qualifications We Value:

  • You’ve done office support or admin work before—think data entry, collecting info, keeping things organized (but not just basic filing!)
  • MS Office, Communication & Teamwork skills
  • Completed degree in HR/Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, Training & Development or Skills Development

 What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • You’re fluent in English and know how to get your message across
  • You’re a great communicator and know how to work well with others
  • You can work independently and manage your time like a pro
  • You care about getting the details right
  • Teamwork is your vibe—you know how to collaborate and support

 Take the first step toward a meaningful career with BDO’s YES Internship Programme. Let’s grow together.

BDO South Africa is part of an extensive and respected global network, with representation in over 160 countries. In South Africa BDO provides audit, advisory, tax and business service outsourcing services to a broad range of clients – from listed entities and large companies to SMEs and individuals. We are one of the largest accounting firms, with over 2,300 professionals in seven offices across South Africa. 

Our global resources, coupled with our responsiveness and a relationship-driven approach, shine a unique lens on clients’ businesses: to provide our clients with exceptional service and help them achieve their dreams and ambitions. A new, clear and elevated perspective is what BDO offers. 

Our JSE- and internationally-listed clients are clear on why they choose BDO: 

  • Quality, independence and a high ethical standard across all service lines
  • Unparalleled partner involvement (12:1 staff-to-partner ratio)
  • Focused capabilities spanning over 20 disciplines 
  • In-depth industry knowledge 
  • A level 1 B-BBEE contributor 
  • Geographical coverage across South Africa and the African continent 
  • An extensive global network
  • A dynamic culture defined by our purpose, brand, clarity charter and value proposition.

Please click here to learn more about Our DNA.

BDO South Africa Services (Pty) Ltd is a key member of the BDO global network of public accounting, tax and advisory firms, which provides business advisory services in 166 countries, with approximately 115,700 people working out of 1,770 offices worldwide. BDO has combined global revenues of US$14 billion. Being a member of the BDO global network enables us to advise businesses which are trading and expanding internationally.

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