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Ogilvy South Africa OG Graduate Programme 2026

Ogilvy South Africa

About this opportunity

12-month paid graduate programme in advertising, marketing, communications, and brand strategy. Open to emerging talent.

Ogilvy South Africa’s OG Graduate Programme 2026 is a 12-month paid entry-level scheme that lets you work on live briefs for major brands while learning from industry leaders.

What it offers

  • 12-month paid programme with salary, celebrations, and social events
  • Real briefs for local and global brands across automotive, QSR, FMCG and more
  • Hands-on training in digital marketing and communications led by Ogilvy leaders
  • One-to-one mentorship from a fellow and a senior mentor from day one
  • Exposure to South Africa’s top marketers and the journey from concept to campaign

Who can apply

  • Open to recent graduates or final-year students ready to start a career in creative communications

What you'll do

  • Choose one of two creative briefs and present your ideas to the team
  • Work across disciplines and collaborate with artists, designers, strategists, and marketers
  • Turn concepts into finished work that makes an impact
  • Join a diverse, inclusive agency recognised by the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index

How to apply

  • Select the creative brief that excites you most
  • Submit your response showing how you think and what you can create
  • Applications close on 7 September 2026 at 00:00 AM
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Key details

TypeProgram
LocationZASouth Africa
Fieldadvertising, marketing, communications, brand strategy
DeadlineDeadline not stated — check the official page
EligibilityNational
Open to applicants in the host country.

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