If you are a final‑year computing student, the dentsu Data internship in Cape Town could give you real product experience right now.
What the opportunity is
This is a six‑month, full‑time, on‑site internship as a Software Development Intern with dentsu (dentsu Data). You will work on cloud‑based, data‑driven and AI‑enabled software. The role is based at 183 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.
Who can apply (requirements and eligibility)
- Final‑year undergraduate studying Computer Science, Information Systems or a similar degree.
- Basic proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript/JavaScript.
- Familiarity with Git, APIs, databases and basic software testing/debugging.
- Introductory knowledge of cloud concepts, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- Can commit to a six‑month, full‑time, on‑site placement in Cape Town.
What you will gain (benefits and skills)
- Hands‑on coding in Python or TypeScript/JavaScript that goes into a product.
- Experience building back‑end services, APIs and integrating databases.
- Exposure to cloud‑native development on Microsoft Azure.
- Practice with industry workflows: Git version control, code reviews, testing and debugging.
- Collaboration with engineers, data scientists, AI specialists and product managers.
- Professional mentorship and feedback on real‑world tasks.
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Prepare a CV (1–2 pages) with headings for Education, Technical Skills, Projects, Work Experience and Relevant Coursework.
- Write a short cover note (three paragraphs) – who you are, two examples of technical work and teamwork, and why you want this internship.
- Gather links to any code repositories or live demos that show back‑end or full‑stack work.
- Visit the official vacancy page: Apply via Dentsu Data Careers Portal.
- Upload your CV, cover note and project links before the closing date (7 August 2026).
- Wait for a response – the advert notes you will hear back within two weeks, otherwise the application is considered unsuccessful.
Tips to improve your chances
- Show clear evidence of hands‑on work – one or two small projects with a brief description, technologies used, and a measurable outcome.
- Highlight your exact role on each project (what you built, how you tested it, what you learned).
- Make sure your Git history includes meaningful commit messages and at least one branch.
- If you have any Azure experience, mention it even if it is from a short lab or tutorial.
- Demonstrate teamwork – describe group projects, open‑source contributions or previous internships.
- Proofread for spelling, grammar and broken links. Use South African spelling conventions.
- Submit your application before the deadline; late submissions will not be considered.
Conclusion and next steps
This internship is a practical bridge between university projects and professional software development. If you meet the eligibility criteria and can showcase real coding work, it is worth applying before 7 August 2026. Prepare your CV and project brief now, follow the step‑by‑step guide, and take the first step toward a career in cloud‑enabled product engineering.
