Open Learnerships: Apply for Current Vacancies

Status checked 16 September 2026: The intakes named below were advertised for 2026. Employers open 2027 learnerships from late 2026, so check the employer’s own careers page before you apply.

Learnerships provide training opportunities that combine classroom learning with workplace experience.

These programmes help unemployed South Africans gain practical skills and recognised qualifications.

Many employers and government partners offer learnerships each year.

Learners usually receive a monthly stipend during the training period.

Most programmes run for about 12 months depending on the industry and qualification level.

Applications for many learnerships open at different times of the year, depending on the employer and the SETA.

Learnership Opportunities Advertised for the 2026 Intake

These large organisations advertised learnerships for the 2026 intake:

Applicants must submit applications through official company or government websites.

1. Transnet Technical Work Integrated Learnership. This programme offers structured workplace training in engineering and transport related fields. The programme normally runs for about 12 months and provides practical experience in the logistics and rail sector.
2. Eskom Supply Chain Management Learnership. This programme trains learners in procurement and supply chain management within the electricity sector. The closing date for some 2026 applications was early February.
3. South African Airways Technical Learnership. This programme trains learners in aviation technical skills and aircraft maintenance.
4. DHL Logistics and Supply Chain Learnership. This programme focuses on warehouse operations, transport coordination, and logistics management.
5. Services SETA Learnership Programmes. These programmes include training in business administration, customer service, and management.

Checking these official portals regularly helps you find new learnership opportunities.

What Open Learnership Vacancies Offer

Learnership programmes focus on developing practical workplace skills. Training usually combines classroom learning with real work experience.

Main benefits include the following.

1. A nationally recognised qualification.
2. Structured workplace training.
3. A monthly stipend during the programme.
4. Work experience in a professional environment.

These programmes help learners build skills that improve employability in different industries.

Who Can Apply for Learnership Vacancies

Most learnerships are designed for unemployed South Africans. Common eligibility requirements include the following.

1. South African citizenship.
2. Age between 18 and 35.
3. Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
4. Unemployed status at the time of application.
5. Ability to complete the full training programme.

Some technical programmes may require mathematics or science subjects.

Applicants should carefully read the official learnership advert before applying.

Documents Needed When Applying

Applicants usually need several documents to complete a learnership application. Preparing these documents early helps avoid delays.

General documents include the following.

1. Certified copy of your South African ID.
2. Certified copy of your Matric certificate.
3. Updated curriculum vitae.
4. Academic transcripts if available.
5. Proof of residence.

All documents must be clear and properly certified. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

How to Apply for Open Learnerships

Applications are usually submitted online through employer career portals. Follow these steps to apply.

1. Visit the official careers page of the organisation offering the learnership.
2. Search for available learnership programmes.
3. Review the eligibility requirements carefully.
4. Prepare the required documents.
5. Complete the online application form.
6. Upload your documents.
7. Submit your application before the closing date.

Always apply through official company or SETA websites. Legitimate learnership programmes do not charge application fees.

When Do Learnership Applications Close?

Learnership vacancies open at different times during the year.

Many programmes accept applications between late in one year and early in the next.

Some opportunities close in January or February. Others remain open until March or April depending on the programme.

Late applications are usually not accepted. Submitting your application early improves your chances of being shortlisted.