In 2026, a Matric certificate alone is no longer enough to secure a job in South Africa. Employers are increasingly prioritising practical, job-ready digital skills over formal qualifications. If you’re an unemployed youth, recent graduate, or current student, free online courses with certificates are one of the fastest and smartest ways to boost your CV…
The EduPower Learnership 2026 is a paid training programme in South Africa that offers unemployed youth real work experience, an accredited qualification, and a monthly stipend. EduPower Skills Academy partners with top companies to help unemployed youth build careers in business, IT, call centres, and project management. If you want to earn while you learn…
SKF South Africa has opened applications for its Lubrication Equipment Mechanic Apprenticeship Programme 2026, offering unemployed South African youth a structured four-year artisan development opportunity within a globally respected engineering organisation. This apprenticeship is ideal for technically inclined individuals who want to build a long-term career in mechanical and industrial maintenance while gaining recognised trade…
Nampak invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Fitter & Turner Apprentice Programme 2026, based at Nampak Metals in Springs, Gauteng. This apprenticeship offers structured trade theory combined with intensive on-the-job training within a large-scale industrial manufacturing environment. Programme Details About the Apprenticeship The Fitter & Turner Apprentice Programme is designed to develop…
Nedbank invites suitably qualified South African graduates to apply for the IT Graduate: IAC Programme 2026, an opportunity focused on IT Application Development within a leading banking environment. This graduate programme is designed for candidates who want to build strong technical foundations, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to Nedbank’s digital transformation journey. Job Details at…
Nkomazi Local Municipality, in partnership with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), has opened applications for Youth Graduate Internships for 2026 under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). This programme targets unemployed youth aged 18–35, including NEET youth, by offering income support, workplace exposure, and entry into the environmental and biodiversity sector….
Sea Harvest invites top-performing LLB and BCom Law graduates to apply for its Graduate Programme 2026 within the Legal and Compliance Department. This opportunity is open to Employment Equity (EE) candidates only and is ideal for graduates looking to launch their legal careers in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Graduate Programme Details at a Glance About…
Mossel Bay Municipality invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Project Management Unit Internship within the Infrastructure Services Department. This opportunity is designed for graduates in Civil Engineering or related fields who are seeking practical workplace exposure in municipal infrastructure development. Internship Details at a Glance ⚠️ Preference will be given to applicants…
Hessequa Municipality invites recently qualified IT graduates to apply for a four-month Information Technology Internship for 2026. This opportunity is aimed at providing practical workplace experience to young graduates residing within the Hessequa Municipal Area, supporting skills development and employability in the public sector. Internship Details at a Glance ⚠️ This internship does not lead…
Bosch Group is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Graduate Trainee Programme – Mobility Aftermarket. This structured programme offers hands-on workplace exposure, mentorship, and professional skills development within Bosch’s Workshop Services Department, supporting youth employment and career readiness. Programme Details at a Glance About Bosch Group Bosch is a global engineering and…