Marketing Insights Internship at Oxford University Press

Oxford University Press invites ambitious South African graduates to apply for the Marketing Insights Internship based at their regional offices in Goodwood, Cape Town. Operating within the dynamic Education division, Oxford University Press is committed to unlocking human potential and transforming lives through progressive learning solutions. This 12-month fixed-term development programme offers an exceptional entry point into professional data-driven marketing, commercial intelligence, and educational publishing.

As a Marketing Insights Intern, you will work under the mentorship of the Marketing Intelligence Specialist, supporting the team in gathering, cleaning, analyzing, and translating market data into strategic business decisions. This position provides meaningful exposure to modern business intelligence tools, multi-channel performance tracking, and customer behavioural insights within a globally renowned and future-focused educational enterprise.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Collect and evaluate campaign data to compile detailed post-campaign performance reports.

• Maintain and update interactive dashboards and analytical reporting sheets using Microsoft Power BI and Excel.

• Support benchmarking studies, marketing evaluation initiatives, and competitor performance assessments.

• Implement the departmental data strategy by executing systematic data hygiene, cleansing, and multi-platform data transfers.

• Document standardized reporting processes and assist in writing dashboard Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Conduct secondary market research, monitoring audience trends and consumer behaviour within the South African education landscape.

• Track and evaluate digital engagement, website metrics, and social media activities across core education sector platforms.

• Assist marketing specialists with campaign execution collateral, presentation preparations, and cross-functional team projects.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate a natural aptitude for figures, trends, and analytical problem-solving. We are looking for an inquisitive, tech-savvy team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced work setting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, reliability, and sound time management abilities are essential to manage multiple competing priorities effectively under tight operational deadlines.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

This 12-month internship is structured to cultivate end-to-end expertise in market intelligence, digital performance tracking, and commercial reporting. Interns will receive structured guidance on business intelligence workflows, enterprise-grade data management, and strategic marketing alignment. Successful completion of this internship equips young professionals with competitive skills for ongoing careers as Marketing Analysts, Insights Specialists, or Data Coordinators across South Africa's corporate sector.

Estimated Salary Range (Market Benchmark)

The hiring employer has not officially specified a salary for this position. Based on South African market data and industry benchmarks for a corporate marketing and data analytics graduate intern role, the estimated remuneration is approximately R8,500 – R14,000 per month. Please note that this is an industry estimate and actual remuneration will be determined by the employer based on qualifications, experience, and internal pay structures.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

Oxford University Press is an equal opportunity employer committed to transformation, employment equity, and building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities it serves.

Interested and qualifying candidates must submit their application and CV online before the closing date: Click here to apply for this role.

• Relevant tertiary qualification: BCom (Information Systems or Marketing preferred), BTech, or BSocSci.

• Computer literacy with proven competence in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

• Demonstrated experience or practical exposure working with data visualisation tools.

• Strong foundational data analysis skills (highly advantageous).

• Working knowledge of or practical exposure to Microsoft Power BI or Power Query (preferred).

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.

• Strong time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills under pressure.

• Proven capacity to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

• South African citizenship.

• Access to reliable personal or public transport to commute to Goodwood, Cape Town.