If you are a young South African looking for training, work experience, and career development opportunities, several organisations are currently offering learnership programmes with closing dates in early March 2026. These programmes provide practical training, monthly stipends, and valuable workplace exposure.
Below are five must-apply learnership opportunities closing before 13 March 2026.
Sasol Fire Fighter in Training Maintenance Programme 2026
Sasol is inviting applications for the Fire Fighter in Training Maintenance positions (x2) based in Secunda, Mpumalanga. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in careers in emergency response, firefighting, and safety management within the energy and chemical industry.
Closing Date: 9 March 2026
Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga
Job Requisition ID: 11591
How to apply:
Click here to apply for Sasol Fire Fighter in Training Maintenance Programme 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/sasol-fire-fighter-in-training-maintenance-programme-2026/
Umzimkhulu Municipality Firefighter Learnership 2026
Umzimkhulu Local Municipality invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Learner Firefighter Learnership Programme 2026.
The programme offers practical firefighting training and emergency management experience within the municipality.
Closing Date: 10 March 2026
Location: Umzimkhulu Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal
Duration: 12 Months
Monthly Stipend: R6 000
How to apply:
Click here to apply for Umzimkhulu Municipality Firefighter Learnership 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/umzimkhulu-municipality-firefighter-learnership-2026/
Impala Platinum Engineering Learnerships 2026
Impala Platinum Holdings Limited invites engineering students to apply for the Engineering Learnership Programme – Boilermaking 2026.
This programme provides structured artisan training and leads to a Boilermaker Trade Test Certificate.
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Programme Start Date: August 2026
Programme Duration: 42 Months
Location: Springs, Gauteng
How to apply:
Click here to apply for Impala Platinum Engineering Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/impala-platinum-engineering-learnerships-2026/
Fidelity Services Group Learnership Opportunity 2026
Fidelity Services Group invites unemployed youth to apply for the Learnership Opportunity 2026.
Participants will receive structured workplace training in the security and services sector.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Location: Midrand, Roodepoort, Florida, Helderkruin and surrounding areas, Gauteng
Duration: 24 Months
How to apply:
Click here to apply for Fidelity Services Group Learnership Opportunity 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/fidelity-services-group-learnership-opportunity-2026/
AfriSam Zeekoewater Learnerships 2026
AfriSam invites unemployed youth to apply for the Learnership 18.2 Fitter position at Zeekoewater Quarry.
This opportunity offers technical training and exposure in the mining and construction materials sector.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Location: Zeekoewater Quarry, Mpumalanga
Number of Positions: 1
How to apply:
Click here to apply for AfriSam Zeekoewater Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/afrisam-zeekoewater-learnerships-2026/
Final Tip
These learnerships have very close deadlines, so interested applicants should prepare their documents early, including:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Matric certificate or relevant qualifications
Applying early improves your chances of being considered before applications close.