Sales Intern (12 months) – Medtronic
Join a team where innovation meets real-world impact. As a Sales Intern, you will gain exposure to the medical technology industry, work alongside experienced sales and clinical professionals, and contribute to initiatives that improve healthcare and patient outcomes. This internship provides structured learning, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to develop commercial, clinical, technical, and customer-facing skills while supporting healthcare professionals and customers across assigned territories.
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (also available in Gqeberha, Bloemfontein, Potchefstroom)
Salary: Not disclosed
Closing Date: No closing date stated — apply early
Requirements
- Recently graduated with a degree in Health Sciences, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Sciences, Nursing, Business or Marketing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
- Able to travel to support customer needs
- Must be currently unemployed
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be under the age of 30
- Must not have participated in a YES programme previously
- Should not be currently enrolled in or planning to enroll in postgraduate studies
- Commits to complete 12-month internship
Would be a Plus:
- A valid driver’s licence
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team and build positive relationships with customers and colleagues
- Previous exposure to a clinical, theatre, healthcare, or medical technology environment
- Experience supporting customer engagement, education activities, or field-based work
Key Responsibilities
- Support customer engagement and account management activities by working alongside Sales Representatives and Clinical Specialists
- Assist with clinical and technical support activities, including product demonstrations, case preparation, procedure support, customer training, and educational initiatives under appropriate supervision
- Coordinate administrative and operational activities, including quotations, purchase-order follow-up, reporting, presentations, customer inquiries, and maintenance of accurate records
- Assist with inventory and consignment management to ensure product availability, stock accuracy, and compliance with business procedures
- Develop knowledge of Medtronic products, therapies, disease states, and healthcare pathways to effectively support customer needs and business objectives
- Collect and communicate market insights, customer feedback, and competitive intelligence through approved channels
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical business practices
Internship Details
- Start date: November 2026
- Duration: 12 months
- Locations: Gqeberha (Eastern Cape), Cape Town (Western Cape), Bloemfontein (Free State), Potchefstroom (North West)
- Working hours: Full-time
- Work model: Field-based and office-based, with regular travel to customer facilities
Application Tips
- Highlight your practicals, projects and any volunteer work
- Confirm you are an unemployed graduate — most internships require it
How to Apply
Closing Date: No closing date stated — apply early
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