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Spurred by the success of its 2017 Internship Programme, Scuderia South Africa, the official Ferrari dealer, said it is going ahead with the 2018 edition of the programme which it launched last June during which three young interns went through a comprehensive six-month internship in company’s sales, marketing and after-sales departments. The 2018 Internship programme is scheduled to commence at Scuderia Johannesburg on March 5, 2018 to ultimately fulfill the programme’s objective- the pursuit of excellence.
Chief Operating Officer, Scuderia South Africa, Jan Ungerer, explained that his company decided to continue the programme this year based on the successful outcome of the first edition.
“As demonstrated in the 2017 programme, interns provide raw talent that can be shaped into targeted and focused employees who can make a long term contribution to the development of the company. These interns can jump-start their careers through such programs and have the opportunity to gain greater responsibility, whilst also building a firm base of contacts and experience as well as gain specialised training during the course of the programme,” Ungerer said.
This year, Scuderia South Africa said it will afford a final two individuals the opportunity to undertake an even more comprehensive twelve month internship at the Official Ferrari dealer. It added that young, ambitious and passionate individuals will be given the opportunity to learn and engage with the brand at an operational level. The platform also offers a valuable opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the holistic business model and contribute to assisting the relevant departments on various different tasks and assignments.
Gauteng-based applicants aged between 18-25 years are therefore invited to apply for the anticipated internship through Scuderia South Africa’s official social media pages. To apply, users are requested to post a recent photo of themselves next to their favourite Ferrari explaining why they feel they are the perfect candidate in 200 words or less.
Aspirants from across the province can also apply online using the hashtag #ThePursuitOfExcellence in the hope of qualifying to the next level. Ten of the top applicants will be selected to commence to the interview process.
“The 2017 Internship Programme pioneered a new venture in our business, a new era for Scuderia South Africa that we look forward to continuing and innovating through for the years to come. It is truly rewarding to be able to empower and support passionate, hardworking and determined individuals as they take the first step in advancing their careers. We wish all the applicants the best of luck!” Chanelle Zackey, National Marketing Manager at Scuderia South Africa, explained.
In a statement, the company said the Pursuit of Excellence has always been a purpose for Ferrari and this is displayed through unrivaled machinery developed at the Home of Ferrari in Maranello, innovation and excellence in their Formula One team, Scuderia Ferrari and an unending expression of passion through the years since their inception in 1947.
