South African unemployed youth, graduates and TVET learners are encouraged to apply for these 5 must-apply learnerships and internship programmes closing before 12 June 2026.
These opportunities are available in hospitality, merchandising, public administration, engineering and government workplace training.
1. Tsebo Food and Beverage Learnerships 2026
Tsebo Catering invites South African youth to apply for the Food and Beverage Learnership Programme 2026.
This learnership is suitable for applicants who are interested in hospitality, catering, customer service and food and beverage services.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 09 June 2026
Learnership Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
How to apply
Click here to apply for Tsebo Food and Beverage Learnerships 2026.
2. Coca-Cola Visual Merchandiser Learnerships 2026
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Visual Merchandiser Learnership Programme 2026.
This opportunity is ideal for young people who want to gain experience in sales, marketing, merchandising, customer service and retail execution.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 11 June 2026
Learnership Location: George, Eastern Cape, South Africa
How to apply
Click here to apply for Coca-Cola Visual Merchandiser Learnerships 2026.
3. Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnerships 2026
Rand Water invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Public Service Administrator Learnership Programme: NQF Level 5 for 2026.
This learnership is suitable for applicants who want to gain workplace experience in administration, office support, customer service and public service operations.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 11 June 2026
Learnership Location: Glenvista, Gauteng, South Africa
How to apply
Click here to apply for Rand Water Public Service Administrator Learnerships 2026.
4. SASSA TVET Learnerships and Internships 2026
South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) invites South African applicants to apply for the TVET Work Integrated Learning and Internship Programme 2026.
This opportunity is suitable for TVET learners and graduates who want to gain workplace experience in government, especially in areas such as Human Resources, Finance, Grants Administration, ICT, Legal Services, and Fraud and Compliance.
Programme Application Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Programme Location: Limpopo, South Africa
How to apply
Click here to apply for SASSA TVET Learnerships and Internships 2026.
5. Seriti Engineering Learnerships 2026
Seriti invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the Engineering Learnership 18.2 External Programme 2026.
This opportunity is aimed at candidates who want to qualify as artisans in different engineering trades, including Auto Electrician, Boilermaker, Diesel Mechanic, Fitter and Rigger.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 12 June 2026
Learnership Location: Emalahleni / Middelburg Mine Services, Mpumalanga, South Africa
How to apply
Click here to apply for Seriti Engineering Learnerships 2026.
Why You Should Apply Early
Applicants are encouraged not to wait until the last day to apply. Online systems may become slow near the closing date, and missing documents can delay or disqualify your application.
Before applying, make sure your CV is updated and that you have certified copies of your ID, Matric certificate, qualifications, academic records and any other required documents.
Final Thoughts
These learnerships and internship programmes offer unemployed South Africans a chance to gain practical workplace experience, build skills and improve their chances of future employment.
Applicants who meet the requirements should apply before the closing dates and carefully follow the application instructions for each opportunity.