If you’re a young South African, school leaver, graduate, or unemployed youth looking to gain skills, workplace experience, and a qualification, these learnerships are currently open for applications — many with no prior work experience required.
1. SDC Learnerships – 31 Vacancies
Provider: Skills Development Corporation
Where: Johannesburg & Cape Town
Fields: Business, IT, Logistics, Security, Management, Finance, Cloud & more
Who Can Apply: Unemployed youth & persons with disabilities
Why It’s Great:
✔ Accredited NQF learnerships
✔ Structured training + workplace exposure
✔ National footprint
Skills Covered Include:
- Business Administration
- IT Systems Support
- Supply Chain Services
- Project Management
- Cybersecurity
and more.
Apply now: Early application encouraged — spaces limited
2. FASSET Learnerships – Work-Based Experience
Provider: FASSET Skills Authority
Where: Vhembe TVET College, Sibasa (Limpopo)
Duration: 18 months
Stipend: R3 500 – R5 100 per month
Who Can Apply: TVET College learners who have completed N6 theory
Fields Include:
- Financial & Business Admin
- Public/Business Management
Why It’s Great:
✔ Helps TVET learners complete Work-Based Experience
✔ Combines training + workplace exposure
Apply in person before 30 Jan 2026 16:00 (late apps not accepted)
3. AfriSam In-Service Training Programme 2026
Provider: AfriSam Dudfield
Where: KwaZulu-Natal
Duration: 18 months
Who Can Apply: TVET N6 & S4 learners
Fields Include:
- Human Resources
- Finance
- Analytical Chemistry
Why It’s Great:
✔ Practical workplace experience
✔ Mentorship + industry exposure
✔ Not limited to classroom theory
Apply by 31 Jan 2026
4. Minopex Engineering Bursaries (Also Learnership-Ready)
Provider: Minopex
Where: Johannesburg
Who Can Apply: 3rd & 4th year Engineering students
Fields: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Metallurgical
Deadline: 30 Jan 2026
Why It’s Great:
✔ Engineering support + potential workplace exposure
✔ Connects tech talent to mining & metals industry
Apply by 30 Jan 2026
5. Clover Production & Distribution Learnerships 2026
Provider: Clover
Where: Multiple sites nationwide
Duration: 12 months (YES learnership)
Who Can Apply: SA citizens aged 18–33, Grade 12 completed
Fields: Production, Transport, Warehouse & Distribution
Why It’s Great:
✔ FMCG operational skills
✔ Logistics, warehousing, stock control
✔ Practical industry exposure
Apply by 03 Feb 2026
6. EduPower B-BBEE Learnerships (Life Changing Model)
Provider: EduPower Skills Academy
Where: Various (national)
Who Can Apply: Unemployed youth
Why It’s Great:
✔ Skills + workplace opportunities
✔ Absorption into jobs after learnership
✔ Long-term career pathways
(Exact 2026 intake details open — apply early!)
7. SAA Technical Apprenticeship / Learnership
Provider: South African Airways Technical (SAAT)
Where: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Duration: Training + practical technical trade exposure
Who Can Apply: Grade 12 (Maths/Science) OR N3 certificate holders
Fields: Aircraft maintenance & approved technical trades
Why It’s Great:
✔ Aviation industry skills
✔ Structured theoretical & practical training
✔ Pathway into technical trades
Apply now (shortlisting usually by April 2026)
8. VKB Fuels Service Station Attendant Learnership
Provider: VKB Group
Where: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Who Can Apply: Unemployed youth & first-time job seekers
What You’ll Learn:
- Customer service at fuel forecourts
- Cash handling
- Retail operations
Why It’s Great:
✔ First step into retail & logistics careers
✔ Retail support + practical skills
Open — apply via VKB career portal
9. YES Internships (BDO & Others)
Provider: YES Programme partners (e.g., BDO SA)
Where: Johannesburg & other regions
Duration: 12 months fixed-term
Fields: HR, L&D, Supply Chain, Admin etc.
Why It’s Great:
✔ Full-time internship
✔ Project exposure + mentorship
✔ Boosts employability for graduates
Example: BDO YES Internship — People & Culture – L&D
Deadline: 05 Feb 2026
General Tips Before You Apply
- Prepare these documents before applying:
- Certified Matric or highest qualification
- SA ID copy
- CV (clear, modern)
- Supporting certificates (if required)
📌 Apply early — open learnerships fill fast.
📌 Read eligibility carefully — some require TVET N6 or specific subjects.
📌 Avoid job scams — government and SETA learnerships never charge fees.
Quick Apply Checklist
- Have a certified Grade 12 copy
- Updated CV with contact details
- Relevant supporting documents
- Know your NSFAS status if applicable
- Apply before deadlines
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