South African youth looking for learnerships, apprenticeships and workplace training opportunities are encouraged to apply for programmes closing between 25 and 30 September 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Dates: 25–30 September 2026
Learnership Locations: Various locations across South Africa
Based on the current opportunities listed in the StudentRoom Learnerships category, programmes within this closing-date window include opportunities at MISA, Valterra Platinum, Northam Platinum Booysendal and Senwes Grainlink.
These opportunities cover artisan trades, mining, metallurgy, auto electrical, engineering and agriculture, with entry requirements ranging from Grade 12 to NCV and technical qualifications.
Learnerships Closing Between 25 and 30 September 2026
| Organisation | Programme | Closing Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| MISA | Apprenticeships & Experiential Learnerships | 28 September 2026 at 16:00 | Various municipalities, South Africa |
| Valterra Platinum | Engineering Learnerships | 30 September 2026 | Rustenburg, North West |
| Northam Platinum Booysendal | Mining Learnership (18.2) | 30 September 2026 | Booysendal Mine |
| Senwes Grainlink | Grainlink Learnership Programme | 30 September 2026 | Various Senwes silos |
The StudentRoom category currently shows these programmes as falling within the requested date range.
1. MISA Apprenticeships and Experiential Learnerships 2026 / 2027
The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) invites unemployed South African youth, graduates and students who require workplace experience to apply for its Apprenticeship and Experiential Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027.
Programme Application Closing Date: 28 September 2026 at 16:00
Programme Location: MISA-identified municipalities across South Africa
MISA’s programme consists of two main development streams:
- Apprenticeship Programme: Three-year artisan training.
- Experiential Learnership Programme: Workplace learning opportunities for graduates and students requiring practical experience.
Successful applicants will be placed at municipalities identified by MISA. Applicants may also need to be prepared to relocate or rotate to obtain the workplace exposure required by their programme.
Applications must be submitted using the correct email address for the particular programme or trade. MISA states that faxed, posted and hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
Click here to apply for MISA Apprenticeships and Experiential Learnerships 2026
Application Form Enquiries: misarecruitment2026@misa.gov.za
Closing Date: 28 September 2026 at 16:00
2. Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnerships 2026 / 2027
Valterra Platinum invites unemployed South African youth to apply for its Engineering Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027 at its Rustenburg operations in the North West.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Learnership Location: Rustenburg, North West, South Africa
The programme is an 18.2 unemployed learnership combining structured theoretical learning with practical workplace training. Successful completion is intended to lead towards a nationally recognised artisan qualification.
Available trades include:
- Fitter
- Boilermaker
- Rigger
- Electrician
- Instrument Mechanician
- Millwright
Applicants should carefully check the educational and technical requirements for the trade they want to pursue before submitting an application.
Click here to apply for Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnerships 2026
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
3. Northam Platinum Booysendal Mining Learnership 2026
Northam Platinum Booysendal Mine invites suitably qualified South African applicants to apply for the Mining Learnership (18.2) Programme 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Learnership Location: Booysendal Mine, South Africa
Reference Number: BDHR19/26
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12/Matric or equivalent.
- NQF Level 4.
- Mathematics.
- Physical Science.
- Willingness to complete the full training period specified in the learnership contract.
Applicants must submit a comprehensive updated CV together with certified copies of their ID, qualifications and academic results.
Click here to apply for Northam Platinum Booysendal Mining Learnership 2026
Application Email: HRapplicationsBD@norplats.co.za
Applicants should quote BDHR19/26 and the relevant job title in the email subject line.
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
4. Northam Booysendal Metallurgy Learnership 2026
Northam Platinum Booysendal is also recruiting applicants for its Metallurgy Learnership (18.2) Programme 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Learnership Location: Booysendal Platinum Mine, Limpopo/Mpumalanga border area
Reference Number: BDHR18/26
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
- Mathematics.
- Physical Science.
- Certified copies of qualifications and academic results.
- Willingness to commit to the full learnership training period.
The programme is aimed at candidates interested in gaining structured training and practical exposure within the metallurgy and mineral-processing environment.
Application Email: HRapplicationsBD@norplats.co.za
Applicants should quote BDHR18/26 and the Metallurgy Learnership title in the email subject line.
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
5. Northam Booysendal Auto Electrician Learnership 2026
Northam Platinum Booysendal is also offering an Auto Electrician Learnership (18.2) for applicants who meet the technical entry requirements.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Learnership Location: Booysendal Platinum Mine, Limpopo/Mpumalanga border area
Reference Number: BDHR20/26
Applicants must have Grade 12 or NCV Level 4, together with:
- N2 Mathematics.
- N2 Engineering Science.
- N2 Industrial Electronics.
- N2 Electrical Trade Theory.
Certified copies of qualifications and results must accompany the application.
Application Email: HRapplicationsBD@norplats.co.za
Applicants should quote BDHR20/26 and the Auto Electrician Learnership title in the email subject line.
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
6. Senwes Grainlink Learnerships 2026 / 2027
Senwes Grainlink invites suitably qualified South African youth to apply for its 12-month Grainlink Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027 at selected Senwes silos.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Learnership Location: Various Senwes Grainlink silos, South Africa
Duration: 12 months
The programme gives learners practical workplace exposure in silo operations, grain handling and administration while providing formal training towards becoming a Junior Grain Grader.
Applicants must:
- Have Grade 12/Matric.
- Be between 18 and 25 years old.
- Have a valid driver’s licence.
- Have an interest in agriculture or technical fields.
- Be willing to work at a silo.
- Be willing to learn about grain operations. (StudentRoom.co.za)
Learners may gain experience working with agricultural commodities such as maize, sunflower and soya, while receiving training in grain grading, computer literacy and communication.
Click here to apply for Senwes Grainlink Learnerships 2026 / 2027
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Which Learnerships Can You Apply for With Grade 12?
Several opportunities in this roundup are accessible to applicants with Grade 12, although additional subjects or technical qualifications may be required.
The Senwes Grainlink Learnership requires Grade 12, a driver’s licence and an age of 18–25. The Northam Mining Learnership requires Grade 12/NQF Level 4 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
Northam’s Auto Electrician programme has more specialised requirements because applicants need the specified N2 technical subjects in addition to Grade 12 or NCV Level 4.
Applicants should therefore read the requirements for each programme rather than submitting the same application to every opportunity.
Learnership Closing Dates at a Glance
The first deadline in this roundup is MISA on 28 September 2026 at 16:00.
The following programmes close on 30 September 2026:
- Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnerships.
- Northam Booysendal Mining Learnership.
- Northam Booysendal Metallurgy Learnership.
- Northam Booysendal Auto Electrician Learnership.
- Senwes Grainlink Learnerships.
No programme with a confirmed 25, 26, 27 or 29 September 2026 closing date was identified in the current StudentRoom Learnership category during this search, so opportunities with earlier or later deadlines have not been added simply to increase the list.
How to Find More Learnerships
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Always check the individual programme’s requirements and closing date before submitting an application.