If you’re a South African teenager or young adult who isn’t working right now, but you want a real job, useful skills and a recognised certificate, this post is for you. The next few weeks are the last chance to sign up for a range of learnerships – paid training programmes that give you hands‑on experience and a qualification that employers respect. All of the offers close between 16 and 20 February 2026, so act fast.
1. Value Group Learnerships 2026/2027
The Value Group is opening an Occupational Certificate in Supply Chain Practitioner (Level 5) for unemployed youth.
When: 2 March 2026 to 28 February 2027
Where: Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu‑Natal
This programme is perfect if you like logistics, warehousing, buying, shipping or the day‑to‑day workings of a supply chain.
Apply now
2. Exxaro Leeuwpan Coal Engineering Learnerships 2026
Exxaro Resources is offering three Engineering Learnerships in Mpumalanga.
Location: Victor Khanye Local Municipality, Mpumalanga
Deadline: 16 February 2026
These slots are designed for people who want to work in mining engineering, or in mechanical and electrical roles inside big industrial settings.
Apply now
3. Safripol Experiential Learnership – Electrical Engineering 2026
Safripol has a learning programme for Electrical Engineering at its Durban site.
Location: Durban (Jacobs), KwaZulu‑Natal
Field: Electrical Engineering
Deadline: 17 February 2026
If you’ve finished a science or technical course and you want to see how electrical equipment is kept running in a manufacturing plant, this is the place to be.
Apply now
4. Absa Group Face‑to‑Face Financial Adviser Learnerships 2026
Absa Group is inviting unemployed youth to join its Face‑to‑Face Financial Adviser programme.
Location: All over South Africa
Deadline: 17 February 2026
This route is for those who enjoy talking to people about money, selling products or helping customers choose the right banking services.
Apply now
5. Dis‑Chem Dispensary Support Learnerships 2026
Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is offering a learnership that focuses on dispensary support.
Location: South Africa
Deadline: 20 February 2026
Here you’ll learn about pharmacy operations, how to help patients, and the basics of running a drug retail store. It’s a solid choice if you want to start a career in health care.
Apply now
Why Learnerships Matter
These programmes do more than teach you a job. They give you:
- A monthly allowance while you train
- Real‑world experience that you can show on a CV
- A formal qualification that can open doors to better jobs
- A clear path into industries that need fresh talent
With a high level of unemployment among young people in South Africa, these learning chances can change the trajectory of your future.
How to Get Started
Before you hit the “apply” button, keep these quick tips in mind:
- Refresh your CV – Make sure it lists any school, volunteering or hobby work that shows you’re ready to learn.
- Prepare ID and certificates – You may need certified copies for the application.
- Check the eligibility rules – Each learnership has its own set of requirements; read them carefully.
- Submit early – The online system can get busy, and late files may not be accepted.
One Final Word
If you want to build a career in 2026, you shouldn’t wait any longer. Whether your interests lie in mining, engineering, finance, logistics or healthcare, there’s a learnership that fits.
Make sure you apply before the 20 February deadline and take that first step toward a brighter future.
Need a quick refresher on what a learnership is?
Check out this guide to understand how learnerships fit into the South African job market and how they can boost your career prospects.