Criminology Graduate Internship (12-Month Contract)

PEP Northern Suburbs, Cape Town

Contract Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Today

Northern Suburbs, Cape Town Contract Closes 13 Nov 2026

What the job is: This is a 12-month graduate internship at PEP, a well-known retail company in South Africa. The role is based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town. If you studied Criminology and want real-world experience in a fast-growing company with a friendly and innovative culture, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. PEP is looking for passionate, hardworking, and curious graduates who are eager to learn and contribute to their team.

What you will do: As a Criminology graduate intern, you will work closely with the Loss Prevention and Business Risk Management teams. Your main tasks will include studying crime patterns and theft incidents across PEP’s stores to identify risks. You will help investigate cases of theft, policy violations, and other losses by analyzing data to uncover important details. Your findings will be written up in clear reports, dashboards, and risk assessments to help the company stay safe.

What you need: To apply, you must have a Bachelor’s or Honours degree in Criminology, Criminology & Forensic Studies, Criminal Justice, Security Risk Management, or Applied Crime Prevention Analysis. Your academic record should show at least a 65% average overall. You must be a South African citizen between 18 and 30 years old and have little to no work experience (up to 1 year).

What you will get: This internship is a fixed-term contract, meaning you’ll work for PEP for 12 months. You’ll gain valuable experience in a real retail environment, work with a supportive team, and contribute to important projects.