Clicks Group has opened applications for its UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027, offering recent diploma graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience in Health and Safety Management within one of South Africa’s leading healthcare and retail organizations.
The graduate programme is hosted by United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD), a division of Clicks Group, and is designed to help young graduates build professional skills while working in a dynamic logistics and pharmaceutical environment.
About the Clicks Group Graduate Programme
The UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027 is aimed at unemployed South African diploma graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 who are looking to launch their careers in Health and Safety Management.
Successful applicants will join the Health and Safety department at UPD and receive structured workplace exposure while working alongside experienced professionals.
Internship Details
- Organization: Clicks Group (United Pharmaceutical Distributors – UPD)
- Programme: Graduate Internship Programme 2026/2027
- Department: Health and Safety Management
- Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa
- Employment Type: Graduate Programme
- Application Deadline: 4 August 2026
Who Can Apply?
Applicants should:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Hold a relevant Diploma qualification
- Be interested in building a career in Health and Safety Management
- Be available to work at the UPD Cape Town branch
Important Eligibility Requirement
Clicks Group states that applicants currently participating in a SETA bursary or learnership programme will be disqualified from the recruitment process.
Applicants should ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before submitting an application.
What Graduates Can Expect
Successful graduates will gain practical experience in areas such as:
- Workplace health and safety
- Compliance monitoring
- Risk management
- Safety inspections
- Operational support
- Health and safety reporting
- Professional workplace development
The programme offers valuable industry exposure within one of South Africa’s largest pharmaceutical distribution networks.
Why Join Clicks Group?
Clicks Group is one of South Africa’s leading retail and healthcare companies, operating well-known brands including:
- Clicks
- Clicks Pharmacy
- United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD)
- The Body Shop
- Sorbet
The company emphasizes employee development, career growth, innovation, integrity, and service excellence while providing graduates with opportunities to develop professional skills in a supportive environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Clicks Group Careers Portal before the closing date.
Applications for the UPD Graduate Programme 2026/2027 close on 4 August 2026, and early applications are encouraged.
Final Thoughts
The Clicks Group Graduate Internship Programme offers an excellent opportunity for diploma graduates to gain practical experience in Health and Safety Management within South Africa’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sector. Graduates will benefit from structured workplace learning, professional mentorship, and valuable industry experience that can strengthen future career prospects.
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