Looking for a way to start working and earning in 2026? There are several high-demand learnerships and internships open right now across South Africa. These programmes give you real‑world experience, a monthly stipend and a recognised qualification – exactly what you need if you’re unemployed or still studying. 1. SAMSA Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme
If you are an unemployed graduate living in the Eastern Cape, a three‑year technical graduate training programme is closing soon – the deadline is 8 May 2026. Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is offering this chance in partnership with the National Treasury. What the opportunity is The Young Technical Graduates Training Programme is a 3‑year structured
Act now – the deadline to apply for a paid administrative internship at University of the Western Cape (UWC) is 15 May 2026, 17:00, and the role starts soon in the Western Cape. What the internship offers UWC, together with W&RSETA, is offering a Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) placement. You will work in the Faculty of Economic and
Need a steady job in the automotive world right now? The Automotive Apprentice (Motor Technician) Programme 2026 is open for South African youth who want hands‑on training and a permanent role. What the opportunity is This is a permanent apprenticeship at a multi‑franchise dealership in Greenpoint, Cape Town, Western Cape. You will earn between R10 000
If you are looking for a solid start in IT right now, the EASTC Technocentric Varsity End User Computing Learnership could be the answer you need. What the learnership offers This is a 12‑month, MICTSETA‑funded programme (NQF Level 3) that runs in Kempton Park and Tembisa, Gauteng. You will receive a monthly stipend of R2 500
Many graduates are looking for a way to start a career in Human Resources right now, and a 24‑month internship with the Council for Geoscience could be the answer. The application deadline is 15 May 2026, and the role is based at the Pretoria head office in Gauteng. What the internship is This is a fixed‑term, paid
Many young South Africans are looking for a solid start in the tech world, and the clock is already ticking. The Digital Learnership Programme 2026 closes on 08 May 2026, so act now if you want hands‑on IT experience. What is the Nexio Digital Learnership? Nexio offers a 12‑month, structured learnership in the information‑technology sector. It combines workplace
Right now, eMedia is looking for South African students who need financial help to start a career in TV, radio or broadcasting, and you can apply today by visiting the eMedia Bursary Programme 2026. What the opportunity is eMedia’s Bursary Programme supports first‑year university students studying media‑related courses. The bursary pays tuition fees for 1 – 2
Need a solid start in mining or engineering right now? Marula Mine (Implats Group) is offering an Engineering Learnership Programme 2026, and the deadline is fast‑approaching. Marula Mine (Implats Group) will train unemployed South African youth at its Limpopo operation. What the learnership offers The programme is an artisan learnership that blends classroom theory with real‑world work
Are you a recent graduate who is still looking for that first real job? South African National Parks (SANParks) is offering a 24‑month graduate internship that starts this year, and the deadline is fast approaching. What the internship involves The SANParks Graduate Internship Programme runs for two years. It is a paid placement at Marakele