Alpla Packaging YES Internship Programme 2026

The YES Internship Programme at ALPLA offers unemployed South African youth a chance to gain workplace experience in 2026. The company has opened several opportunities in Durban and Johannesburg under the Youth Employment Services initiative.

The Alpla Packaging YES Internship Programme includes positions in administration, quality support, maintenance, and reception services. Successful candidates will receive practical training for up to 12 months while working in a professional manufacturing environment.

About the YES Internship Programme at ALPLA

The YES Internship Programme aims to help young South Africans gain work experience and improve employability. ALPLA’s programme focuses on workplace learning, administration support, manufacturing operations, and quality management.

The company operates in the packaging manufacturing industry. Therefore, interns will work in fast-paced production environments while learning industry standards.

Available positions include:

• Operations Administrator
• B-BBEE Administrator
• Millwright
• Receptionist Assistant
• Quality Support

Most positions are based at the Lanseria plant in Johannesburg North. However, the Operations Administrator role is based in Durban.

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YES Internship Programme Positions Available

Operations Administrator (Durban)

The Operations Administrator role supports the operations team with daily administration duties.

Key responsibilities include:

• Filing production sheets and completed job cards
• Managing production consumable records
• Ordering stationery and employee beverages
• Answering and transferring calls
• Handling emails, photocopying, and courier documents
• Assisting during site audits
• Maintaining clean workspaces

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Matric
• Office Administration qualification or similar diploma
• Intermediate MS Excel skills
• Good communication skills
• Strong organisational abilities

Candidates must also be physically fit for an eight-hour shift.

B-BBEE Administrator (JHB North)

The B-BBEE Administrator position focuses on compliance and reporting.

Duties include:

• Managing BEE documentation
• Collecting supplier BEE certificates
• Assisting with BEE ratings
• Working with HR, Finance, and Legal teams
• Supporting external reporting requirements

Requirements

Applicants need:

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Computer literacy
• Strong communication skills
• Planning and organisational skills

Applicants must live in surrounding areas such as:

• Cosmo City
• Diepsloot
• Randburg
• Roodepoort
• Krugersdorp

Millwright YES Internship Opportunity

Millwright (JHB North)

This position gives technical candidates exposure to industrial maintenance work.

Interns will:

• Assist with machine maintenance
• Support breakdown repairs
• Learn fault diagnosis techniques
• Complete maintenance job cards
• Use CMMS systems like D365
• Participate in preventative maintenance

Requirements

Candidates must have:

• Grade 12
• Millwright Trade Test certification
• Computer literacy
• Good communication skills

Previous experience will be advantageous.

Receptionist Assistant Internship

Receptionist Assistant (JHB North)

This role focuses on front desk operations and office administration.

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting visitors
• Managing calls and emails
• Coordinating meetings
• Arranging accommodation for guests
• Managing office stationery
• Supporting HR events

Requirements

Applicants need:

• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Computer skills
• Strong verbal communication
• Good organisational skills

Quality Support Internship Opportunity

Quality Support (JHB North)

The Quality Support role focuses on quality assurance within the manufacturing plant.

Duties include:

• Inspecting raw materials
• Managing blocked stock
• Conducting product tests
• Monitoring quality procedures
• Maintaining accurate records
• Supporting food safety standards

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Quality or Microbiology
• MS Office proficiency
• Strong attention to detail
• Good time management skills

General Requirements for the YES Internship Programme

All applicants must meet these minimum requirements:

• Be South African citizens
• Be between 18 and 34 years old
• Be unemployed
• Not have participated in the YES Programme before
• Be medically fit where required

In addition, candidates should demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and communication skills.

Skills ALPLA Looks For

ALPLA expects successful candidates to reflect the company’s workplace values.

The company values candidates who:

• Solve problems effectively
• Communicate clearly
• Build respectful relationships
• Work reliably under pressure
• Deliver quality results

These behavioural competencies are important across all positions.

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How to Apply for the Alpla Packaging YES Internship Programme

Applicants can apply online through the official ALPLA recruitment platform.

Application Links

• Operations Administrator (Durban): Apply Here
• B-BBEE Administrator (JHB North): Apply Here
• Millwright (JHB North): Apply Here
• Receptionist Assistant (JHB North): Apply Here
• Quality Support (JHB North): Apply Here

FAQs About the YES Internship Programme

The Alpla Packaging YES Internship Programme provides valuable workplace exposure for young South Africans. Candidates who meet the requirements should apply before positions close.