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A paid diesel mechanic apprenticeship can do more than fill a training gap. It can give young South Africans a real route into artisan development, workplace experience, and trade test preparation while earning a monthly stipend along the way. The Tsolo Agriculture and Rural Development Institute (TARDI), in partnership with TETA, has opened applications for…
The Feltex Apprentice Fitter 2026 opportunity gives technically minded candidates a chance to enter practical trade training in maintenance, fitting and equipment repair. Based at Trim Prospecton in Durban, this temporary apprenticeship is aimed at applicants with Grade 12, N3 or NCV qualifications linked to fitting and maintenance. Applications close on 26 May 2026. The…
South African students who want to study scarce and future-focused qualifications now have a major funding opportunity to consider. The Nedbank External Bursary Programme 2027 supports academically strong students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, with a clear focus on STEM and green economy qualifications. Applications for the 2027 academic year are open and will close on…
Unemployed graduates who want practical Public Service experience have a new opportunity at the National Department of Health. The 2026 internship programme runs for at least 24 months and covers fields such as HR, finance, supply chain, ICT, communications, law, auditing and administration. The National Department of Health invites unemployed graduates to submit applications for…
AFGRI Equipment is offering 40 apprenticeship opportunities for candidates who want to train as Tractor Mechanics or Earthmoving Mechanics. The programme runs for three years and gives selected applicants structured technical training, workplace exposure and a possible route into a recognised trade. The opportunity is listed under reference number AO-2345 and is open in South…
A Supply Chain Management internship at the National Gambling Board could help unemployed graduates gain practical exposure in a structured public-sector environment. The online application asks for candidates with a three-year National Diploma or Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management, making this opportunity especially relevant for graduates ready to build workplace experience. The opportunity…
A 24-month legal internship at the Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator could help unemployed LLB graduates gain real exposure to pension fund complaints, legal investigations and determination drafting. With only four posts available, candidates should prepare early before applications close on 29 May 2026. The Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator is inviting unemployed…
A 12-month graduate opportunity at Motus Aftermarket Parts could help young candidates gain practical workplace experience in the automotive industry while receiving a monthly stipend. The programme is open to qualifying candidates with a diploma or degree, and applications close on 29 May 2026. Motus Aftermarket Parts is inviting motivated and enthusiastic young individuals to…
A 12-month Sasol learnership could give Grade 12 holders structured workplace exposure, business skills and practical administration experience. Two related Administration Learnership listings are open, including a dedicated opportunity for people living with disability, and both close on 03 June 2026. The opportunities are fixed-term learnership contracts for 12 months and are aimed at candidates…
Absa has opened its Junior Learner 2026 intake for candidates who want to enter the banking sector. The programme offers structured workplace learning through Absa’s official careers platform. Applications close on 27 May 2026. This intake gives motivated applicants a practical way to gain workplace exposure. It can also help them build confidence in a…