Publicis Groupe Le Cubs Internship 2027: Apply by 16 Nov
Publicis Groupe Le Cubs internship 2027 is open to unemployed South African graduates in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Applications close 16 November.
WorldwideIn brief
- Publicis Groupe Africa has opened applications for Le Cubs 2027, a 12-month internship for South African graduates.
- Interns start in March 2027 in Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban.
- Applications close on 16 November 2026 and are made on the company's own careers page.
- Of the 30 interns hosted in 2025, 17 were taken on by the business afterwards.
| Country | Worldwide |
|---|---|
| Organization | Publicis Groupe Africa |
| Last date to apply | 16 Nov 2026 |
| Official source | Bizcommunity – Publicis Groupe Africa opens applications for Le Cubs 2027 ✓ bizcommunity.com |
The Publicis Groupe Le Cubs internship 2027 is open: Publicis Groupe Africa is taking applications from unemployed South African graduates for a 12-month workplace internship starting in March 2027 in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. Applications close on 16 November 2026, and you apply directly on the company's own Le Cubs page by picking a role and clicking Apply. That leaves only a few days, so start now.
What is Le Cubs?
Le Cubs is the advertising and media group's main graduate intake in South Africa. Bizcommunity reports that it lasts 12 months and places graduates in working teams covering creative, strategy, media, data, technology, AI, human resources and business support.
The group hosted 30 interns in 2025 and kept 17 of them on afterwards. A further 29 joined in March 2026.
Which internships are open?
The official page lists each internship as its own vacancy with a city code. Examples shown when we checked:
| Stream | Example roles on the official page |
|---|---|
| Creative | Art Director Intern, Digital Designer Intern (JHB), Multimedia Designer Intern (JHB, DUR), Social Copywriter Intern (JHB) |
| PR and social | PR Account Assistant Intern (JHB, CPT), Influencer Marketing Intern |
| Strategy and data | Strategic Data Intern (CPT), Data & Reporting Analyst (JHB) |
| Media | Implementation Planner (JHB), E-commerce Specialist (JHB), OOH Traffic Controller (JHB) |
| Business support | Finance, HR, Learning & Development, Project Manager Intern (CPT), Traffic Intern |
The list can change as roles fill, so rely on the live page. The stipend is not published on the page or in the announcement; ask about it if you reach an interview.
Who can apply?
- South African citizens
- Unemployed graduates holding a relevant degree or diploma
- People who have not completed an internship programme before
- Available from March 2027
The company names three study areas as relevant: marketing/creative, data/tech and strategy/business.
How to apply — step by step
- Open the official Le Cubs 2027 page on the Publicis Groupe Africa site.
- Read the role descriptions and choose the one closest to your qualification and city.
- Get your documents ready (list below) before you click, so you can finish in one sitting.
- Click Apply under that role. It opens the vacancy on Publicis Groupe's careers system, where you complete the online form and upload your files.
- Submit before the end of 16 November 2026.
Documents to prepare:
- An updated CV, two pages at most
- A short motivation saying why you want Le Cubs and which stream you prefer
- For creative roles, a link to your portfolio
- Your South African ID, as a certified copy
- Your qualification and academic transcript, also certified
What happens after you apply: the company has not published its shortlisting dates or interview format. Keep an eye on the email address you applied with, and check the Le Cubs page for updates. The one fixed date is the March 2027 start.
Is there a fee, and do I need an agent?
No to both. Apply only through the Publicis Groupe Africa page. A genuine employer does not charge for an internship application, and no third party can book you a place. If anyone asks for a "registration" or "placement" payment for Le Cubs, it is a scam. Do not pay and do not send your ID copy to them.
How can I improve my chances?
- Certify early. Certified copies take time; a police station or post office queue the day before the deadline is the most common reason people miss out.
- Make the motivation specific. Name the stream, mention one campaign or piece of work you admire and say what you would like to learn. Generic letters read the same.
- Creative applicants: send a portfolio link that opens without a login, with your best three or four pieces first.
- Avoid these mistakes: applying for a role that does not match your qualification, uploading uncertified copies, and applying if you have already done an internship programme.
Checklist: right role, two-page CV, motivation, certified scans, tested portfolio link, sent by 16 November.
What it means for job seekers
A year inside a large agency group is a strong first line on a CV, and more than half of the 2025 intake stayed on. Places are limited and selection is competitive, so nothing is guaranteed; a complete, tailored application is what you control. Another large youth opportunity: 20,000 education assistant posts planned under the BEEI literacy pilot.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for the Publicis Groupe Le Cubs internship 2027?
Go to the Le Cubs 2027 page on the Publicis Groupe Africa website, choose the internship role that fits your qualification and click Apply. It is free and needs no agent.
When do Le Cubs 2027 applications close?
Applications close on 16 November 2026, and the programme starts in March 2027.
Who qualifies for Le Cubs 2027?
South African citizens who are unemployed graduates with a relevant degree or diploma, have not done an internship programme before and can start in March 2027.
Which documents are needed for Le Cubs?
A CV of no more than two pages, a short motivation, certified copies of your South African ID, qualification and academic transcript, and a portfolio link for creative roles.
Apply only on the official site.
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