Learnership or internship?
A learnership combines structured learning with workplace experience and usually leads to a registered qualification. An internship gives work experience, often to recent graduates. Both are commonly advertised with a stipend and a fixed term.
Where to look
Check the relevant SETA for your field, the SA Youth platform, NYDA opportunities, government department adverts, and the careers pages of large employers. Confirm every opportunity on the organisation's own website.
What to send
- A short CV focused on education, skills and activities
- A one-page motivation or cover letter for that specific programme
- Supporting documents exactly as the advert requests
Never pay to be accepted
Real learnerships do not charge registration or placement fees. If you are asked to pay, treat it as a likely scam.