Truworths Trainee Planner Internships 2025

Are you passionate about numbers, fashion, and strategic business decisions? Truworths is offering an exciting opportunity for young graduates to join its Trainee Planner Internship Programme 2025 / 2026. This structured programme is part of the Merchant Training Programme, designed to equip you with the skills to become a future leader in fashion retail planning.

About the Trainee Planner Role

As a Fashion Planner, you are the driving force behind the business’s purchasing and merchandising environment. This role is perfect for individuals with strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a keen interest in financial and product trend forecasting. You’ll work closely with teams to ensure that product ranges are profitable, well-timed, and aligned with customer demand.

Duties and Responsibilities

During the Trainee Planner Internship Programme, you will gain hands-on experience in:

• Business Analysis – interpreting data to support sales and product performance.
• Sales Forecasting – predicting trends to maximise profit.
• Stock Management – ensuring the right products are available at the right time.
• Margin and Markdown Management – driving profitability through strategic decisions.
• Financial Planning – creating and monitoring financial plans for product ranges.
• Strategic Product Input – contributing to product performance and assortment strategies.
• Merchandise Optimisation – ensuring product performance aligns with company objectives.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Truworths Internship Programme 2025 / 2026, applicants must have:

• A BCom, BSc, BEng, or any numerate tertiary qualification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for retail, fashion, and strategic planning.
• The ability to engage with technology and systems for process improvement.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

How to apply 

Apply here online for Truworths Trainee Planner Internships 2025

Closing date: 23 December 2025