2026 Operations Intern, ZAF Operations

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At Amazon, we are working to be the most customer-centric company on earth.

The Amazon University Talent Acquisition Team is looking for ambitious students to join us as Operations Intern, working in one of our core businesses, Amazon Operations.

About this internship

Our internships are educational opportunities intended to allow you, our future managers, to discover how we lead and develop our teams of Associates. As an Operations and Logistics Interns, you will learn how our managers effectively engage their teams to realize their full potential, ensure their performance in order to fulfill our customers' expectations, and encourage a safe and productive environment within our large and complex Fulfillment Centers, Sortation Centers and Delivery Stations.

Your internship will put you at the heart of our Operations where you will be part of the journey of one of our many customer's orders.

Key job responsibilities
You will put your analytical skills to the test and roll up your sleeves to complete actions that will contribute to improving the functionality and level of service that Fulfillment Centers, Sortation Centers and Delivery Stations provide to our customers.
This will include:
• Diving deep into data, mapping processes and problems
• Offering and testing potential solutions and implementing the best one(s)
• Interacting with highly efficient managers, technology development teams, and front-line Associates, thinking broadly about solutions to the most complex business and operational challenges faced by one of the world's fastest growing operations network

Available to commence an internship in Feb/March 2026.

You should be available for 12 months, full time (40h/week) in Cape Town

A day in the life
As an intern, you will be matched to a mentor.
In addition to learning about an impactful project, you will have the
opportunity to engage with Amazonians for both personal and professional
development, expand your network, and participate in activities with other
interns throughout your internship. No matter the location of your internship,
we give you the tools to own your project and learn in a real-world setting.

About the team
If you're insatiably curious and always want to learn more, then you've come to the right place. Depending on your location, country, job status and other requirements, some or all of the following benefits may be available to you as an intern.
• Competitive pay
• Impactful project and internship/role deliverables
• Networking opportunities with fellow interns
• Internships events such as speaker series, intern panels, Leadership Principles sessions, Amazon writing skills sessions.
• Mentorship and career development

If you're successful during your internship, you could be considered for a graduate role after finishing your university studies

Internship length can vary between (3 months to 6 months)

Basic Qualifications

- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's Degree with a graduation date of 2026 or a recent graduate (within the last 6 months)
- Fluent written and verbal communication in English
- Available to complete a full time 12 month internship

Preferred Qualifications

- Preferred qualifications are not required to apply for a position at Amazon. If you have all the basic qualifications above, we'd love to hear from you.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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