internships
Every journey is unique.
Ollie internships are tailored to your goals, and many alumni have gone on to launch startups, join global companies, or pursue further studies.
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real students
Get inspired by past Ollies, where they interned, what they worked on, and how it shaped the next step in their careers.
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Dries janssen
International Business Zuyd University
Business background with marketing and sales specialisation
Dreams of starting a nonprofit one day
Passionate about environmental and social responsibility
Is looking for a mix of research and creativity
match
neighbourgood co-living & Co-working
Coordinating 2 social impact initiatives
Hosted her own art gallery in Cape Town
after ollie
taste of ollie
Student coordinator at Zuyd that created the Taste of Ollie challenge
Helping startups scale through creative strategy and growth
Focused on building meaningful connections between brands and people
Driven by innovation, collaboration, and making ideas happen
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studies
Take a look at the startups and scale-ups our students have worked with, and the projects they brought to life.
why us
You’ll lead real projects, not just assist or observe.
Ownership & Impact
Take initiative, make decisions, and see the real-world impact of your work.
Tailor-Made Matches
We match you with a company and role that align with your goals and personality.
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student stories
See Where Ollie Can Take You
Hear directly from our students, their journeys, growth, and where they’re headed next.
Our Partner Companies
We know these startups personally. The founders, the teams, the vibe. So when you join, you’re stepping into companies we already trust.
Marcel
Founder
Marcel has a history in engineering and design most of their new products.
fun fact
Marcel along with his 2 other founders, came up with the idea for their product while on an out-landing camping trip.
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Donkey Long Tong
Donkey Long Tong is a South African brand that makes handmade, heavy-duty braai tongs with wooden handles and a built-in bottle opener, designed for durable and practical outdoor cooking.
Nick Dekker
Founder
Nick loves guiding students and helping them in their careers, he gives talks at a local university in Cape Town
fun fact
Caron Events manages the bar facilities for the Up The Creek festival.
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Carbon Events
Carbon Events is a South African company that provides bar and event management services for some of SA's biggest and best festivals, weddings, corporate events, and gatherings.
Murray Clark
Founder
Murray Clark
fun fact
Neighbourgood has had 6 Ollie students do internships with them
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Neighbourgood
Neighbourgood is a South African company that creates shared living and workspaces, focusing on community, flexibility, and modern urban experiences.
Kelly & Bettina
Founders
Mother and Daughter duo
fun fact
This business has grown nationally since Covid, opening 10 stores.
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Me & B
Me&B is a South African fashion brand that makes size-inclusive, trend-driven clothing for women, designed to be stylish, comfortable, and accessible for a wide range of body shapes.
Jannie
Founder
Jannie opened Huizen on his families farm and has one luxury tent designed by an Ollie Student
fun fact
Jannie recently became a dad!
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Huizen
Huizen Living is a South African company that designs and builds eco‑friendly modular cabins and homes set in nature, focusing on sustainable materials and blending comfortable living with the outdoor environment.
Ashley
Founder
Earth Age was created by 4 high school friends that saw a gap in the market.
fun fact
Earth Age is a proudly female owned and run business.
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Earth Age
Earth Age is a South African fashion brand that creates eco-friendly, handmade clothing and accessories, focusing on sustainable materials and conscious design.
Henry
Founder
Henry started his business with one Yacht and is currently planning on buying his third
fun fact
Henry offers personal tours of some of Africa's most beautiful landscapes
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Moonshadow
Moonshadow Sailing is a Cape Town‑based sailing experience company that offers private yacht adventures aboard beautiful sailing boats, where you can enjoy time on the open Atlantic with a professional crew, food, wine and the chance to learn to sail or simply relax.
Emma
Founder
Emma is a close friend of Ollie's founder Iza, who both enjoy their early morning Saunas.
fun fact
Emma has employed an Ollie student after their internship to work full time as a general manager.
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Strangers Club
The Strangers Club is a cafe and lifestyle space in Cape Town that combines a relaxed eatery with curated retail featuring local fashion, craft and art. It’s set in a heritage building and designed as a welcoming spot for both locals and travellers to eat, shop and connect with creative culture.
Rob Heyns
Founder
Avante is founded by 15 of South Africa's Ex Springbok Rugby players
fun fact
Their Founder’s XV Cape Brandy earned a 5-star rating in the 45th edition of the Platter’s South African Wine Guide, marking it as one of the highest-rated brandies in South Africa.
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Avante
Avante brandy is a South African Cape Potstill brandy created by a group of 15 rugby legends, known for its smooth, crafted spirits like the VS and VSOP expressions that celebrate quality and heritage.
Johan
Founder
SeaH4 has their own test facility in Saldanha
fun fact
SeaH4 won the ClimateLaunchpad Global Grand Final 2025, the world’s largest green business idea competition, beating teams from over 40 countries and more than 2,700 entries to take the top prize
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SeaH4
SeaH4 is a South African cleantech startup that develops algae-based technology to produce sustainable fuels and reduce carbon emissions, focusing on scalable solutions for cleaner energy.
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