Last Chance: 8 Learnerships Closing Before May 31, 2026

Don’t Miss Out: 8 Learnerships Closing Before May 31, 2026

South African youth and graduates still have a chance to secure valuable learning opportunities. Several learnerships, trainee programs, and workplace learning positions are closing soon, with application deadlines before the end of May 2026. These opportunities span various sectors, offering a pathway to gain practical experience and kickstart a career. From firefighting to mechanical fitting and visual merchandising, there are diverse roles available.

NARYSEC Firefighter & Traffic Officer Trainee Programme 2026

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is offering a trainee program through the National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC). This program is designed for unemployed South African youth. It provides training for roles such as firefighter and traffic officer.

The application deadline for this opportunity is May 25, 2026. The program will take place in the Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal.

AFRIMAT Mechanical Fitting Learnerships 2026

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 a mechanical field.

Applications for this learnership close on May 25, 2026. The location for this program is Henley-on-Klip in Gauteng.

CCBSA Visual Merchandiser Learnerships 2026

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has openings for unemployed youth in their Visual Merchandiser Learnership Programme. This role involves arranging and presenting products to attract customers.

The closing date for applications is May 25, 2026. Opportunities are available in Ermelo, Mpumalanga, and Emondlo, Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal.

ABSA Junior Learnerships 2026

Absa Group is offering Junior Learnerships for unemployed South African youth. This program aims to provide foundational skills and experience within the banking sector.

The deadline to apply is May 27, 2026. The learnership will be based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Thulamela Municipality ISDG Graduates Programme 2026

The Thulamela Local Municipality is seeking suitably qualified unemployed graduates for its Infrastructure Skills Development Grant (ISDG) Graduates Programme. This program focuses on developing skills within the infrastructure sector.

Applications close on May 27, 2026. The program is located in Thohoyandou, Limpopo.

20 x Knysna Municipality Learnership Opportunities 2026

Knysna Municipality is offering 20 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities for unemployed graduates and students. This is an excellent chance to gain practical experience within a municipal setting.

The closing date for these opportunities is May 28, 2026. The location is Knysna, Western Cape.

SASSA TVET Learnerships 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites TVET College learners to apply for its Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme. This program is designed to support learners in gaining workplace experience.

Applications are due by May 29, 2026. The program will be held in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Santam Learnerships 2026

Santam is offering a Learnership Programme for unemployed South African youth. This opportunity provides a pathway to learn and grow within the insurance industry.

The final application date is May 31, 2026. The learnership will take place in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

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