7 Must-Apply Learnerships in South Africa Closing Before 1 May 2026

If you want to land a learnership or internship in South Africa, act fast. Several strong programs close before 01 May 2026. They give unemployed youth and graduates real work experience, time in key industries, and a monthly stipend. Here are seven must-apply learnerships before 01 May 2026 that you should check out right away.

1. Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI) ICT Experiential Learnerships 2026

The Moses Kotane Research Institute offers ICT Experiential Learnerships for 2026. It targets South African unemployed graduates. The program runs for 24 months in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, with a stipend of R7,000 to R10,000 per month. You will get hands-on work in government IT, such as helpdesk support, procurement systems, and digital services. This fits well for ICT grads who want practical skills in public sector tech.

2. MANCOSA Cybersecurity Learnerships 2026

MANCOSA, with The Transcendance Group, runs a Cybersecurity Learnership Programme for 2026. It is open to unemployed youth and pays a stipend set by MICTSETA. The closing date is 28 April 2026, and it takes place in Cape Town, Western Cape. This entry-level chance helps you break into the fast-growing cybersecurity and IT fields. You will build skills in a high-demand area with real job potential.

3. AVI Limited (I&J) YES4Youth Learnerships 2026

AVI Limited opens its YES4Youth Work Experience Programme for 2026. It aims at youth seeking first jobs and closes on 30 April 2026 in Cape Town, Western Cape. No stipend details are listed, but it offers solid entry-level exposure in corporate and industrial settings. This program helps build basic workplace skills through daily tasks and team work. It is a good start for those new to professional life.

4. Harmony Gold Learnerships 2026

Harmony Gold seeks unemployed South African youth for its 2026/2027 Learnership Programme. Fields cover rigger, boilermaker, and fitter roles, with applications due by 30 April 2026 across South Africa. This suits people drawn to mining and technical trades. You will train in safe, skilled work that leads to jobs in a key industry. Expect practical training on tools and safety standards.

5. Rohlig-Grindrod Learnerships 2026

Rohlig-Grindrod offers a Learnership Programme for 2026 to unemployed youth. It closes on 30 April 2026 in Gauteng, Eastern Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal. The focus is on logistics and supply chain, sectors that grow quickly in South Africa. Participants learn operations, transport, and inventory management. This builds a path to steady work in trade and distribution.

6. Ampath Phlebotomy Technician Learnerships 2027 (HWSETA-Funded)

Ampath Laboratories provides the Phlebotomy Technician Learnership for 2027, funded by HWSETA. Applications end 30 April 2026 in Centurion and Durban. It targets those interested in healthcare and lab work. You will train in blood collection, patient care, and lab safety. This leads to roles in medical testing services.

7. Eskom Plant Maintenance Learnerships 2026 (X10 Posts)

Eskom has 10 spots in its Learner Plant Maintenance Programme for 2026. It requires S4 Engineering qualifications and runs for two years at sites across South Africa. The deadline is 01 May 2026. This program fits candidates aiming for careers in power generation and maintenance. You will work on plant systems, repairs, and energy tech.

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