Itumeleng Ndlovu

Itumeleng Ndlovu is the Founder and Managing Editor of SETA Careers, an independent South African platform dedicated to publishing accurate information about learnerships, bursaries, internships, and skills development programmes. She specialises in researching and verifying updates from official government departments, SETAs, TVET colleges, and accredited institutions to ensure readers receive clear, reliable, and up-to-date guidance. She is committed to simplifying complex education and career information so South African students and job seekers can make informed decisions with confidence. Contact: info@setacareers.co.za

Free Electrical Trade Qualification in 2026? Northlink’s merSETA Learnership Could Change Your Career

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Electrician trainee working on electrical panel during artisan learnership training

Thousands of skilled electricians across South Africa are working without formal certification. In 2026, that could change. A new merSETA-funded Electrical Artisan Learnership at Northlink TVET College allows experienced workers to turn their real-world skills into a nationally recognized trade qualification—completely free. Experienced electricians in South Africa can now apply for the 2026 merSETA-funded Electrical…

How to Apply for Teaching Courses at UJ in 2026 (BEd & PGCE Guide)

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Students studying teaching courses at the University of Johannesburg Faculty of Education

Dreaming of becoming a teacher at one of South Africa’s leading universities? The University of Johannesburg receives thousands of applications for its Faculty of Education each year. One missing document or incorrect APS calculation can instantly end your chances. Here’s the complete blueprint to applying successfully for teaching programmes in 2026. To apply for teaching…

How to Apply for the SAPS Police Trainee Learnership in 2026 — The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

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Two young South Africans in SAPS trainee uniforms representing the 2026 recruitment intake.

Thousands will apply, but only a fraction will make it into the next police trainee intake. The South African Police Service has moved recruitment fully online, meaning applicants must master the e-Recruitment portal and pass strict fitness and psychometric tests. Here’s the exact guide to applying successfully for the 2026 SAPS Learnership Programme. To apply…

SARB Winter School Programme 2026: A Rare Opportunity for Postgraduate Students

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Postgraduate students attending the SARB Winter School Programme at the South African Reserve Bank in Pretoria

Imagine spending a week inside South Africa’s central bank learning directly from economists and policy experts. The SARB Winter School 2026 offers postgraduate students a rare behind-the-scenes experience in monetary policy, financial stability, and economic research — and it could open the door to the bank’s prestigious graduate programme. The SARB Winter School Programme 2026…

N3TC Is Offering a 10-Month Civil Engineering Graduate Internship

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Civil engineering graduates gaining site experience on a road rehabilitation project in KwaZulu-Natal

A real infrastructure project. Real engineers. Real site experience. The N3 Toll Concession has opened applications for a 10-month civil engineering graduate placement in KwaZulu-Natal. If you live in Mpofana and hold a civil engineering qualification, this opportunity could be the bridge between graduation and your first engineering career role. N3 Toll Concession has opened…

ABSA Marketing & Communication Internship 2026

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Marketing graduate intern working in a banking office environment

Breaking into marketing inside the banking industry can be difficult without real workplace experience. ABSA is now offering a 12-month Marketing & Communication Graduate Internship in Sandton for unemployed graduates interested in financial services, investment communication, and campaign coordination. Applications close soon — apply before 19 March 2026. A new opportunity is open for graduates…

TotalEnergies Graduate Internship 2026 in South Africa (18-Month Programme)

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Graduate interns working in a global energy company office

A global energy giant is opening its doors to South African graduates. TotalEnergies is recruiting interns for an 18-month programme across finance, engineering, digital data, and supply chain roles. There is no fixed closing date — meaning positions can close as soon as suitable candidates are found. Graduates looking to enter the global energy industry…

FirstRand FirstJob Graduate Internship 2026 in Johannesburg

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Graduate interns working in a corporate banking office environment

Breaking into the banking industry without work experience is one of the biggest challenges graduates face. The FirstRand FirstJob Programme aims to change that by giving unemployed youth their first structured workplace opportunity inside one of South Africa’s largest banking groups. Unemployed graduates looking for their first professional work experience now have an opportunity through…

FSCA Work Integrated Learning Internship 2026 in Pretoria

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University intern working at a financial regulatory authority office

Imagine completing your Work Integrated Learning inside the institution that regulates South Africa’s entire financial sector. The Financial Sector Conduct Authority is offering WIL placements in Pretoria for students in five fields — with dedicated mentorship and real exposure to financial regulation. Students who need Work Integrated Learning (WIL) to graduate now have an opportunity…

Takealot Is Offering 15 Internship Posts for N6 TVET Graduates — Finance, Marketing, Design, Supply Chain and More

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Young South African N6 TVET graduate working as a Takealot intern in 2026 gaining e-commerce workplace experience across finance marketing supply chain and operations

South Africa’s biggest online shopping platform is hiring N6 TVET graduates across 15 internship categories — from Finance and Graphic Design to Supply Chain Analytics and Risk Management. Takealot is offering real e-commerce workplace experience, mentorship, and access to world-class online learning platforms. There is no single closing date, which means positions could close at…