Are you ready to start your first job and earn a steady income? FNB First Job Learnership Programme 2026 offers exactly that – a 12‑month paid learnership that can launch your career right now.
What the programme is
First National Bank (FNB), part of FirstRand, is looking for unemployed South African youth to join its First Job Learnership in the Western Cape. The learnership runs for 12 months and pays a monthly stipend of R5 933. You will work and study at the same time, gaining hands‑on experience in banking and business support.
Who can apply
To be eligible you must meet all of the following:
- South African citizen
- Age 18 to 34
- Completed Grade 12 / Matric (NQF Level 5 or 6 certificates are also considered)
- Unemployed for at least six months
- Not currently studying
- Less than 12 months of total work experience
- Never taken part in any FirstJob programme or worked for FirstRand before
- Good command of English
- No criminal record and not blacklisted
- Willingness to complete the learnership and show maturity, resilience and motivation
What you will gain
The learnership can give you:
- Real workplace exposure in areas such as customer service, administration, finance, collections, banking operations, marketing and other support functions
- Practical skills that employers value – communication, problem solving, target‑driven work and sales basics
- Professional behaviour and a network within a major South African bank
- A solid résumé entry and the confidence to apply for future roles
Where the learnership is offered
Positions are available at several sites across the Western Cape. Choose a location you can travel to daily.
- George
- Heidelberg
- Grabouw
- Paarl
- Claremont
- Vangate
- Willowbridge
- N1 City Shopping Mall
- Cape Gate
- Promenade Mall
- Sea Point
- Cape Town City
How to apply – step by step
- Visit the SA Youth portal and sign in, or create a new account if you do not have one.
- Search for “FNB First Job Learnership Programme 2026” and click the apply button.
- Complete all personal details – make sure your name, cellphone number, address and education information are correct.
- Fill in your employment status and any previous work experience accurately.
- Record the required voice note in a quiet place. Speak clearly and follow the on‑screen instructions.
- Upload any supporting documents, such as your Matric certificate.
- Review everything, then submit before the deadline.
Apply for the FNB First Job Learnership Programme 2026
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that every field is filled in correctly; incomplete applications are often rejected.
- Practice your voice note beforehand. Speak slowly, stay calm and avoid background noise.
- Highlight any volunteer work or school projects that show customer‑service or teamwork skills.
- Use simple, honest language in your personal statement – emphasise your willingness to learn and be reliable.
- Apply early. The closing date is 20 October 2026, and applications received late in the day may face technical delays.
Next steps
This learnership is a realistic entry point into the formal job market. If you meet the criteria, start your application today and take the first step toward a stable career with FNB.
