Graduate Placement - Strategic Communications (Intern)

About the role

FTI Consulting offers a one-year full-time Strategic Communications graduate placement in Johannesburg, starting January/February 2027. The role includes structured learning, mentorship and practical client projects. The advertised reference is JR260669.

Key responsibilities

• Research media, policy and market intelligence
• Support communication campaigns and stakeholder outreach
• Prepare reports, presentations and client recommendations
• Create digital content and engage on social media
• Take part in structured learning and mentorship

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree and/or studies towards Honours or Master's, graduated 2025-2026 or graduating in 2027
• Available for a one-year full-time placement in Johannesburg from January/February 2027
• Unemployed graduate (most internships require this)
• Preferred fields: Law, Economics, Business, STEM, Engineering, Computer Science, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Journalism, Development Studies or related

Applications close on 29 October 2026. Apply through the official Workday advert with a CV; no cover letter is needed. Selection involves a recorded video interview and virtual competency interviews.