Top Learnerships to Apply for Before May 31, 2026, in South Africa

South African youth and graduates still have a chance to gain valuable work experience through several learnerships and trainee programs closing soon. These opportunities span various sectors, offering a pathway to employment and skill development. If you are looking to advance your career, consider applying for these programs before the end of May 2026.

NARYSEC Firefighter & Traffic Officer Trainee Programme

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is offering a trainee program through the National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC). This program aims to equip young South Africans with skills for roles as firefighters and traffic officers. The application deadline for this opportunity is May 25, 2026. It is located in the Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal.

AFRIMAT Mechanical Fitting Learnerships

Afrimat is looking for unemployed South African youth to join their Mechanical Fitting Learnership Programme. This is a great chance to gain hands-on experience in mechanical fitting. The program closes on May 25, 2026, and is based in Henley-on-Klip, Gauteng.

CCBSA Visual Merchandiser Learnerships

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has openings for unemployed youth in their Visual Merchandiser Learnership Programme. This program focuses on developing skills in visual merchandising, which is key in retail environments. Applications are due by May 25, 2026, with opportunities in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, and Emondlo, Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal.

ABSA Junior Learnerships

Absa Group is offering a Junior Learnership Programme for unemployed South African youth. This program provides a foundation for a career in the banking sector. The closing date for applications is May 27, 2026, and the learnership is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Thulamela Municipality ISDG Graduates Programme

The Thulamela Local Municipality is inviting qualified unemployed graduates to apply for the Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) Graduates Programme. This program focuses on developing skills within the infrastructure sector. The deadline to apply is May 27, 2026, and the location is Thohoyandou, Limpopo.

Knysna Municipality Learnership Opportunities

Knysna Municipality has 20 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities available for unemployed graduates and students. This is an excellent chance to gain practical experience within a municipal setting. Applications close on May 28, 2026, and the opportunities are in Knysna, Western Cape.

SASSA TVET Learnerships

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is offering a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme for TVET College learners. This program is designed to provide practical experience for students in relevant fields. The application deadline is May 29, 2026, and the program is located in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Santam Learnerships

Santam is offering a Learnership Programme for unemployed South African youth. This is an opportunity to gain experience in the insurance industry. The closing date for applications is May 31, 2026, and the learnership is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

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