For current students graduating in 2027
Closing Date: Not specified (Apply as soon as possible)
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Company Name: Visa
Type: Full-Time Internship (3 months)
Job Family Group: Sales and Business Development
About Visa
As the world’s leader in digital payments technology, Visa connects individuals, businesses, and economies through the most creative, reliable, and secure payment network.
Visa’s VisaNet processing system handles over 65,000 transaction messages per second, ensuring secure and seamless payments across the globe.
At Visa, individuality and innovation are valued. The company fosters an inclusive, diverse environment where employees can make a global impact and help shape a cashless future.
About the Internship
The Business Development Internship provides an opportunity to gain real-world experience supporting Visa’s growth strategies in Sub-Saharan Africa. Interns will work with cross-functional teams on client relations, market analysis, and execution of country business plans.
This internship is designed to help you develop commercial acumen, data-driven decision-making, and project management skills while gaining an in-depth understanding of the payments ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide administrative and operational support to the local business team.
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Contribute to the development and execution of initiatives outlined in Visa’s country plans.
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Conduct competition analysis and monitor industry trends.
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Assist with client queries and issue resolution.
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Support the Business Planning & Operations teams with regular reporting (weekly, monthly, or quarterly).
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Assist Business Development Managers with updating Playbooks and country plans.
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Coordinate with other Visa departments to ensure proper tracking and implementation of initiatives.
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Complete ad hoc research, project work, and presentations as assigned.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, you will:
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Develop a sales management mindset.
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Gain experience analyzing data, identifying trends, and formulating actionable recommendations.
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Strengthen project management capabilities.
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Build a comprehensive understanding of the digital payments landscape.
Qualifications
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Current bachelor’s or master’s student, graduating December 2026.
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Available for a 3-month internship (June–August 2026).
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Must be available to join a full-time role by January 2027.
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Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
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Strong PowerPoint and Excel proficiency.
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Superior analytical and financial analysis skills.
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Strong collaboration skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
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Confident, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Diversity & Inclusion
Visa is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Visa also considers applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.