Wellness & Longevity Intern – Front Desk & Client Experience
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About the role
Location: Bree Street, Cape Town City Centre
Salary: R10,000 – R12,000 per month
Engagement: Full-Time
Industry: Wellness | Healthcare | Longevity
The Opportunity
Are you at the beginning of your career, passionate about health and wellness, and looking for an opportunity to gain valuable experience in one of the most exciting and evolving areas of healthcare?
A premium, physician-led wellness and longevity clinic in Cape Town is looking for an energetic, personable and ambitious individual to join its growing team.
This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to learn, grow and gain practical experience in a professional healthcare and wellness environment.
You'll gain hands-on exposure to client experience, front desk operations, administration and the day-to-day workings of a modern longevity clinic, while learning about the rapidly evolving world of preventative healthcare, wellness and longevity.
Previous experience in healthcare or wellness is not essential. We're far more interested in your personality, attitude, willingness to learn and genuine interest in the industry.
The Role
As a Wellness & Longevity Intern, you'll be part of the front desk and client experience team, helping to create a warm, professional and welcoming environment for clients.
You'll receive guidance and practical training while gradually developing the skills and confidence to assist with the daily operations of the centre.
Your responsibilities will include:
Welcoming clients and assisting with check-ins.
Learning to manage appointments, bookings and confirmations.
Assisting with day-to-day reception and administrative tasks.
Responding to client enquiries and supporting client communication.
Gaining experience with booking systems, client records and administrative platforms.
Assisting with quotations, payment administration and follow-ups.
Supporting product collections, deliveries and basic stock administration.
Assisting with client tours, events and special activities.
Supporting the wider team with daily operational requirements.
Helping to ensure every client enjoys a warm, seamless and professional experience.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone with a great personality, a positive attitude and a genuine desire to build a career in the wellness or healthcare industry.
The ideal person is:
Warm, friendly, energetic and naturally personable.
Confident communicating and interacting with people.
Well-presented and professional.
Organised, reliable and detail-oriented.
Curious, enthusiastic and eager to learn.
Comfortable with technology and excited to learn new systems, including AI tools.
Proactive and happy to get involved wherever needed.
Adaptable and comfortable in a busy, evolving environment.
Genuinely interested in health, fitness, nutrition, wellness or longevity.
Ambitious and motivated to develop professionally.
Essential Requirements
Excellent spoken and written English.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer literacy and administrative ability.
A professional and welcoming manner.
Willingness to learn and take direction.
Reliable access to Cape Town CBD.
Availability to work full-time.
Previous work experience is not essential. A positive attitude, strong people skills and a willingness to learn are what matter most.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be particularly suited to:
Recent school leavers or graduates looking to begin their careers.
Students completing or recently qualified in somatology, wellness or health-related studies.
Hospitality or tourism graduates interested in moving into the wellness industry.
Individuals with an interest in fitness, nutrition, preventative healthcare or healthy living.
Early-career candidates with some customer service, retail, reception or administrative experience.
Anyone looking to build a career in the growing wellness and longevity sector.
What You'll Gain
This is more than an opportunity to gain front desk experience. It's a chance to become part of an innovative healthcare environment and develop valuable skills for your future career.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Gain practical experience in a premium wellness and healthcare setting.
Learn about preventative healthcare, longevity and emerging health technologies.
Develop professional communication, client service and administrative skills.
Gain exposure to modern systems, technology and AI-driven tools.
Work alongside experienced healthcare and wellness professionals.
Build confidence and develop transferable skills in a professional environment.
Gain a foundation for future career opportunities within wellness, healthcare or hospitality.
Salary & Engagement
R10,000 – R12,000 per month
Full-time position based in Bree Street, Cape Town City Centre.
How to Apply
If you're enthusiastic about health and wellness, enjoy working with people and are excited to start building your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Email your CV to: info@opusrecruiter.com
Or WhatsApp your CV: https://wa.me/27769895083
Please include a short motivation telling us why you're interested in the opportunity and what excites you about the wellness and longevity industry.
Requirements
Excellent spoken and written English.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic computer literacy.
Professional presentation.
Genuine interest in health and wellness.
Willingness to learn.
Reliable access to Cape Town CBD.
Availability to work full-time.