(Starting June 2026, for current students graduating in 2027)
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Company: Visa
Closing Date: Not Specified
About Visa
Visa is the global leader in digital payments technology. Our mission is to connect the world through the most creative, reliable, and secure payment network—enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive.
With VisaNet, we process over 65,000 transaction messages per second, offering secure and seamless digital commerce around the world. As the world continues shifting from analog to digital, Visa is at the forefront, reshaping commerce with innovation, scale, and purpose.
Visa is also committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace—empowering individuals to grow, make an impact, and bring financial access to underserved communities globally.
About the Internship
This Business Development Internship is part of Visa’s Sales and Business Development function. Interns will work alongside the local team in Johannesburg, contributing to client management, operations, and business planning.
Key Responsibilities
As a Business Development Intern, you will:
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Provide administrative and operational support to the local team
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Support development and implementation of country plans and initiatives
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Assist with competition analysis and industry monitoring
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Help resolve client queries and coordinate internal responses
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Contribute to business planning reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
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Update Playbooks and strategic country documentation
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Collaborate with various Visa departments to track progress on goals
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Conduct research, create presentations, and complete ad hoc projects
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the internship, you will have:
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Developed a sales management mindset
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Gained experience in data analysis and trend interpretation
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Improved project management capabilities
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Built a deep understanding of the digital payments industry
Who Should Apply
Qualifications:
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Students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree
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Graduation date of December 2026
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Available for a 3-month internship (June – August 2026)
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Willing to start a full-time role in January 2027
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Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills
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Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
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Superior analytical and financial skills
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Confident, collaborative, and comfortable in a fast-changing environment
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Able to clearly articulate ideas and influence decision-makers
Additional Information
Visa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Visa also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law and EEOC guidelines.