Industrial Engineering Intern
Takealot
About this role
Industrial Engineering Intern at Takealot Group based in the Durban Distribution Centre, joining a 12-month internship program split across Takealot.com, TFS and Mr D. The role offers broad exposure to e‑commerce operations and aims to develop both technical and soft skills in a fast‑paced, large‑scale environment. Interns will gain practical experience and training while working alongside experienced industry professionals. The program is designed to prepare candidates for careers in operations and industrial engineering within the Group.
Skills
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About Takealot
takealot.comTakealot is South Africa’s largest online retailer and marketplace, offering millions of products across electronics, home, beauty, books and more. Founded in 2011 and now part of the Prosus (Naspers) group, it combines its own retail inventory with a third‑party seller marketplace alongside integrated payments and logistics. The company operates fulfilment centres and local delivery services to enable fast shipping, returns and customer support, and offers a mobile app and frequent promotions to drive convenience. Consumers and merchants use Takealot for its broad selection, local infrastructure and leading brand presence in the South African e‑commerce market.
Recent company news
South Africa's Takealot bets on Mr D to drive on-demand delivery expansion
Jul 18, 2025
From bots to big bucks: Naspers’ AI army powers a Takealot turnaround
Nov 25, 2025
Takealot to launch major Cape Town ecommerce logistics park
Oct 13, 2025
Takealot is building a logistics empire with its new delivery arm
Jul 30, 2025
Takealot reaches double-digit growth, 4.8m active shoppers
Nov 27, 2025
About Takealot
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$44k – $62k
per year
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