MSC invites South African youth to apply for the MSC Learnership Programme 2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: Not specified
Learnership Location: Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Port Elizabeth, South Africa
MSC Learnership Programme 2026
MSC is inviting young South Africans to apply for its Learnership Programme 2026.
The programme gives youth an opportunity to gain theoretical and practical experience in the maritime industry.
MSC is a global container shipping company that provides transport and shipping solutions across air, land and sea. The company works with clients around the world and offers professional shipping services tailored to customer needs.
Learnership Details
Company: MSC
Programme: Learnership Programme 2026
Reference Number: req4293
Posted Date: 25 June 2026
Locations: Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Port Elizabeth
Industry: Maritime, Shipping and Freight
Application Method: Online
Available Locations
The MSC Learnership Programme is available in the following locations:
Durban.
Johannesburg.
Pretoria.
Port Elizabeth.
Learners must complete the learnership in the region where they are placed. The region cannot be changed during the programme.
About the Learnership
MSC runs a learnership programme every year to provide youth with workplace exposure and formal learning in the maritime industry.
The programme includes theoretical training and practical experiential learning.
At the end of each phase, learners will obtain a nationally recognised qualification.
Learnership Phases
MSC has developed a three-phase learnership programme.
The phases include:
National Certificate in International Trade.
National Certificate in Freight Forwarding and Customs Compliance.
Further Education and Training Certificate in Shipping.
Each phase runs for a period of 12 months.
What MSC Offers
MSC will fully subsidise the cost of studies.
Learners will receive a monthly stipend.
Learners may also receive an annual bonus based on meeting the learnership criteria.
The criteria may include attendance, assessments, conduct and other programme requirements.
Learners will receive experiential training during the programme.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have Matric.
Applicants must have a minimum C aggregate, including Mathematics.
Applicants must be computer literate.
Applicants must be hardworking and reliable.
Applicants must be methodical.
Applicants must have good communication skills.
Applicants should have work experience.
Youth from designated groups under the age of 25 will be considered.
Skills and Attributes
Applicants should be willing to learn.
Applicants should be committed to completing the full learnership in the selected region.
Applicants should have an interest in maritime, shipping, freight forwarding, customs compliance and international trade.
Applicants should be disciplined, responsible and able to meet programme requirements.
Who Should Apply?
This learnership is suitable for young South Africans who want to build careers in the maritime and shipping industry.
Applicants who are interested in international trade, freight forwarding, customs compliance and shipping are encouraged to apply.
The programme is also suitable for youth who want to gain formal qualifications while receiving workplace experience.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copy of South African ID.
Certified copy of Matric certificate.
Proof of Mathematics results.
Any additional documents required during the online application process.
How to apply
Click here to apply for MSC Learnership Programme 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official MSC careers portal.
Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed correctly before submitting the application.
Important Notes
Applicants must complete the learnership in the region where they are placed.
The region cannot be changed during the programme.
Each learnership phase runs for 12 months.
MSC will fully subsidise the cost of studies.
Learners will receive a monthly stipend.
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Closing Date
The closing date for the MSC Learnership Programme 2026 was not specified in the provided information.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible through the official online application portal.
Final Thoughts
The MSC Learnership Programme 2026 is a valuable opportunity for young South Africans who want to gain experience and qualifications in the maritime and shipping industry.
Applicants with Matric, Mathematics, computer literacy and an interest in international trade, freight forwarding and shipping should apply online as soon as possible.