Retail learnerships · Part of the R149 toolkit
How to apply for retail learnerships.
Large retailers run learnerships and youth programmes for cashiers, merchandisers and store roles. Apply only through each company's official careers website.
- Apply only on official careers sites
- What retailers look for
- Simple one-page CV
- Scam warning signs
Where to apply
Go directly to the retailer's own careers website (for example Shoprite Group, Pick n Pay, Spar, Mr Price). SA CV Studio is not linked to any retailer.
What retailers look for
- Reliability and punctuality
- Customer service attitude
- Basic numeracy
- Availability for shifts and weekends
Watch out
No real retailer asks for payment to secure a learnership, interview or uniform. Report such messages.