Finance Intern – Unilever
📍 KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
📍 Indonsa Factory, Newlands East, Durban
Job Information
- Position: Finance Intern
- Job ID: R-1181036
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Category: Finance
- Company: Unilever
- Location: Newlands East
- Workplace Type: Factory-based / On-site
- Date Posted: 07 May 2026
About the Company
- Unilever is one of the world’s leading consumer goods companies.
- The company operates in more than 190 countries globally.
- Over 3.4 billion people use Unilever products every day.
- Unilever is committed to making sustainable living commonplace.
- The company focuses on innovation, diversity, inclusion, and employee development.
- Unilever has been ranked among the top employers in South Africa.
- The organisation offers graduates and interns valuable workplace learning opportunities.
Job Purpose
- The Finance Internship programme provides structured workplace experience.
- The internship is designed to help graduates build practical finance and accounting skills.
- Interns will receive supervised experiential learning and professional exposure.
- The programme aims to prepare candidates for future career opportunities in finance.
- Successful candidates will gain experience in a manufacturing and factory environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Completed National Diploma (N.Dip.) or BCom Degree in:
- Finance
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Candidates must have completed:
- Accounts 1
- Accounts 2
- Applicants must submit the following documents with their application:
- Updated CV
- Matric Certificate
- Academic Transcript
- Basic computer literacy is required, including:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Applicants must have between 0–2 years working experience.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Unilever Behaviours
Candidates are expected to demonstrate the following behaviours:
- Care Deeply
- Show passion, empathy, and commitment in the workplace.
- Focus on What Counts
- Prioritise important tasks and deliver results effectively.
- Stay Three Steps Ahead
- Think proactively and contribute innovative ideas.
- Deliver with Excellence
- Maintain high standards and quality performance.
Additional Information
- This is a 100% on-site role at the Indonsa Factory.
- Candidates must be legally allowed to work in South Africa.
- Employment Equity and BBBEE principles will be considered during recruitment.
- Unilever supports diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities in the workplace.
- Applicants with disabilities or special support requirements are encouraged to indicate this during the application process.
Why Apply?
- Gain valuable workplace experience in finance and accounting.
- Work for a globally recognised company.
- Develop professional and technical skills.
- Build a strong foundation for future career growth.
- Receive exposure to the manufacturing and FMCG industry.