Employer: Siemens Energy (Pty) Ltd.
Industry: Energy Technology, Corporate Communications, Public Relations & Marketing
Business Unit: Communications (SE CEO / Middle East & Africa Region)
Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Position Type: Fixed-Term Graduate Internship (Full-Time)
Experience Level: Entry-Level / Recent Graduate
Work Model: Remote / Flexible Hybrid Options Available
Compensation: Market-Related Corporate Internship Stipend
Benefits: Medical Benefits, Remote/Flexible Work, Paid Leave, Learn@Siemens-Energy Access, E-Learning, Mentorship & Coaching
Posted Date: 24 October 2026
Closing Date: 24 November 2026
About Siemens Energy & The Communications Internship
Siemens Energy is a global leader in energy technology, generating electricity for more than 16% of the global community across 90+ countries while driving decarbonization and clean energy transformation.
Siemens Energy is recruiting a creative, dynamic Communications Intern (Job ID: 306085) to join their Middle East & Africa (MEA) corporate communications team in Midrand, Gauteng. This internship provides hands-on exposure to multi-national corporate communications, regional rebranding campaigns, executive storytelling, internal employee engagement (Viva Engage / my Energy Hub), video production, and digital media management across the MEA region.
Key Responsibilities & Impact Workflows
The Communications Intern will execute 12 core communications and media deliverables:
1. MEA Rebranding & Employer Branding Support
- Rebranding Rollout: Assist in coordinating communications for the MEA regional rebranding, updating digital brand assets and maintaining brand guideline compliance.
- Employer Branding: Support regional promotion of employer branding initiatives and Energy4Good community initiatives.
2. Content Creation & Video Storytelling
- Internal Communications: Draft articles, newsletters, emails, Viva Engage posts, and leadership presentations for internal platforms (my Energy Hub).
- Video & Visual Media: Creatively tell brand success stories through video production, photo editing, and multimedia asset creation.
- Social Media Management: Draft social media copy, monitor engagement, and maintain regional content calendars.
3. Event Management & Stakeholder Coordination
- Event Logistics: Assist with communications planning, logistics, and media collaterals for strategic events, conferences, and stakeholder engagements.
- Regional Story Gathering: Liaise with country communications leads across Africa and the Middle East to collect project milestones, success stories, and employee spotlights.
4. Digital Asset Management & Market Research
- Asset Libraries: Maintain communication databases, media distribution lists, brand assets, and photo repositories.
- Industry Research: Conduct research on energy sector trends, competitors, and communications best practices to inform strategic planning.
Candidate Profile & Minimum Entry Requirements
To qualify for consideration under Job ID: 306085, applicants must meet the following mandatory criteria:
- Educational Qualifications (MANDATORY GRADUATE DEGREE):
- Must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field (Mandatory).
- Multimedia & Technical Competencies:
- Demonstrated ability to creatively tell stories through video and photo editing software (Mandatory).
- Familiarity with project management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and enterprise social media platforms (e.g., Viva Engage, LinkedIn).
- Communications & Industry Knowledge:
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English.
- Solid understanding of the energy sector, decarbonization trends, or technical corporate environments.
- High level of creative thinking, attention to detail, and visual aesthetics.
- Personal Attributes:
- A trusted team player who manages time effectively, works collaboratively, and proactively asks for guidance on corporate processes.
- Diversity Commitment:
- Siemens Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity across ethnic backgrounds, gender, age, religion, identity, and disability status.
Application Guidelines & Online Submission
- Prepare Portfolio & CV: Ensure your CV highlights your completed degree, video/photo editing capabilities, writing samples, and social media software experience.
- Online Portal: Submit your application directly via the official Siemens Energy Careers Portal searching Job ID: 306085.
- Closing Date: Applications are screened on a rolling basis; early submission is strongly recommended.
Sample Selection & Communications Interview Questions
Corporate Media & Multi-National Storytelling
- Question (Video Storytelling): “How do you approach producing a short, engaging 60-second video clip highlighting a regional renewable energy project using mobile or desktop editing software?”
- Question (Brand Alignment): “When working with country communications leads across different countries in the MEA region, how do you ensure consistent messaging while respecting local cultural nuances?”
How to Apply
Apply online directly via the official Siemens Energy Careers Portal:
- Employer: Siemens Energy (Pty) Ltd.
- Job ID: 306085
- Location: Midrand, Gauteng (Hybrid Options)
- Position: Communications Intern (MEA Region)
- Closing Date: 24 November 2026