For young South Africans looking for their first opportunity after matric, the terms learnership, internship and apprenticeship can sometimes be confusing. All three can provide valuable workplace experience, training and a pathway into employment, but they are not the same. They can differ in their purpose, entry requirements, training structure, qualifications and the types of … Read more
Choosing your Grade 12 subjects is an important step in planning what you want to do after matric. Your subject choices can affect which university, university of technology, TVET college and other qualifications you may be able to apply for. However, your Grade 12 subjects do not automatically determine your career. Different institutions have different … Read more
Getting invited to an entry-level job interview is an important step, especially if you are applying for your first job after completing school, college or university. While you may not have years of work experience, employers can still assess your communication skills, attitude, preparation, reliability and willingness to learn. The good news is that interview … Read more
Internships are one of the most common ways for students and graduates in South Africa to gain practical workplace experience. They can help young people apply what they have learned, develop workplace skills and build experience that can strengthen future job applications. An internship is generally a structured period of workplace experience. Depending on the … Read more
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) provides financial support to eligible South African students studying at public universities and TVET colleges. For students who cannot afford the cost of tertiary education, NSFAS can help cover approved study costs and allowances. Before applying, however, students should understand who qualifies, what NSFAS covers, which documents may … Read more
Have you applied to study at the University of Pretoria (UP) for the 2027 academic year and want to know whether your application has been accepted? The University of Pretoria allows applicants to monitor their admission progress online through the UP Student Portal. Once your application has been processed, the portal can provide important information … Read more
South African, Zimbabwean and Eswatini students who are pursuing studies linked to the citrus industry can apply for the Citrus Academy Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. The bursary supports students studying relevant undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications and is designed to help develop skilled professionals for the citrus sector. Funding may contribute towards study-related … Read more
Toyota Financial Services South Africa is inviting young unemployed South African graduates to apply for its Retail Insurance Learnership 2026 in Woodmead, Sandton, Johannesburg. The learnership provides participants with an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience in the financial services industry while completing structured training. Successful candidates will receive a monthly allowance and can obtain … Read more
Young South Africans interested in becoming qualified artisans can apply for the Steinmüller Africa Boilermaking and Welding Apprenticeship Programme 2026. The opportunity is aimed at unemployed applicants who want to build practical engineering skills through structured theoretical training, workplace experience and preparation for a trade test. The apprenticeship is based in Bethal, Mpumalanga, and runs … Read more
How to Apply for a Learnership in South Africa Learnerships are an important pathway for South Africans who want to gain practical workplace experience while completing structured training. They can be particularly useful for unemployed youth, Grade 12 graduates, students, people looking to develop new skills and job seekers trying to enter a specific industry. … Read more