Location: Dunstone Country Estate, Wellington, South Africa
Internship Period: 1 October 2025 – 1 May 2026
Calling All Tourism & Hospitality Students!
Are you a student looking for a hands-on, high-end internship in the heart of the Cape Winelands?
Dunstone Country Estate invites local and international students to apply for our Summer 2025/2026 Internship Programme, hosted across our luxury hospitality offerings, including:
? Roots Bistro | ? Dunstone Wine Tasting | ? Prevé Lounge | ? Luxury Accommodation | ? Curated Lifestyle Events
We Are Offering:
Professional Internship Placements in:
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Tourism & Hospitality Management
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Professional Waitering / Butler Service
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Sommelier Training & Wine Service
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Luxury Event Support & Coordination
What You’ll Gain:
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Practical, real-world experience in a 5-star wine estate environment
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Exposure to international guests and luxury service standards
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Training alongside top South African sommeliers and chefs
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Guided experience in food & wine pairings, service etiquette, event hosting
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Involvement in curated lifestyle events, private dinners & formal tastings
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Opportunity to work in a Belgian–South African culinary and cultural setting
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Mentorship and structured feedback throughout your internship
Who Can Apply:
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Current students in Tourism, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Wine Studies, or related fields
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International students are welcome (English required)
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Students requiring practical work/internship hours for graduation
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Energetic individuals with a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a passion for luxury service
Accommodation & Benefits:
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On-site accommodation may be available (limited, by arrangement)
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Internships are unpaid, but students will receive meals during working hours and certificates of completion
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Transport and travel costs are the responsibility of the intern
How to Apply:
To apply, please send the following to maudiesmit@gmail.com:
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Your CV
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A short motivation letter
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Proof of internship requirements from your institution
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Preferred area of internship (e.g. Sommelier, Waitering, Hospitality, Tourism)
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
Be Part of Something Exceptional
Join us this summer at Dunstone Country Estate, where wine, design, cuisine, and culture come together in a luxury lifestyle experience like no other.
For more information, contact:
maudiesmit@gmail.com | 071 154 2401