Learnerships Closing 25-30 September 2026: Apply Now

South African youth can apply for learnerships, apprenticeships, and workplace training opportunities closing between 25 and 30 September 2026. These programmes offer valuable experience and training across various industries.

Application Closing Date: 28 September 2026 – 30 September 2026
Location: Various locations across South Africa
Programme Duration: Varies (some are 12 months, others 3 years)
Stipend: Not specified for all programmes
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12/Matric, N2, NCV Level 4, or relevant qualifications
Opportunity Type: Learnership, Apprenticeship, Experiential Learnership

About the Learnerships Closing 25-30 September 2026

This collection of opportunities provides a chance for unemployed youth and recent graduates to gain practical skills and formal training. The programmes are designed to equip individuals for specific trades and industries, helping them build a foundation for their careers. Many of these opportunities are part of the government’s 18.2 learnership initiatives, which aim to address youth unemployment by providing structured workplace experience.

The opportunities span sectors like mining, engineering, agriculture, and municipal infrastructure support. They combine theoretical learning with hands-on experience, often leading to nationally recognised qualifications or artisan status. Applicants should carefully review the specific requirements for each programme to ensure they meet the criteria.

About the Organisations

MISA (Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent): MISA is an agency that supports municipalities in delivering infrastructure projects. It focuses on developing skills within the municipal sector, offering apprenticeships and experiential learning to help build capacity in local government.

Valterra Platinum: This company operates in the mining sector, specifically focusing on platinum group metals. Valterra Platinum offers learnerships to develop skilled artisans and technicians needed for its mining and processing operations.

Northam Platinum Booysendal: Northam Platinum is a significant player in the South African platinum mining industry. The Booysendal mine offers learnerships in areas such as mining, metallurgy, and auto-electrical trades to develop a skilled workforce for its operations.

Senwes Grainlink: Senwes is an agricultural services company. Senwes Grainlink focuses on grain handling and storage, offering learnerships to train individuals in grain grading and silo operations, supporting the agricultural value chain.

Available Learnership Opportunities

Several learnerships are available with closing dates between 25 and 30 September 2026. These include:

• MISA: Apprenticeships & Experiential Learnerships
• Valterra Platinum: Engineering Learnerships (Fitter, Boilermaker, Rigger, Electrician, Instrument Mechanician, Millwright)
• Northam Platinum Booysendal: Mining Learnership (18.2), Metallurgy Learnership (18.2), Auto Electrician Learnership (18.2)
• Senwes Grainlink: Grainlink Learnership Programme

What the Learnership Offers

Successful applicants can expect to gain valuable benefits from these learnership programmes:

• Practical workplace experience in their chosen field.
• Structured theoretical training.
• Exposure to industry-specific operations and environments.
• The opportunity to work towards a nationally recognised qualification or artisan trade.
• Development of essential job skills and professional competencies.
• Potential for career growth within the respective organisations.

Programme Duration and Location

The duration of these learnerships varies. MISA’s Apprenticeship Programme is a three-year artisan training initiative, while the Experiential Learnership Programme offers workplace learning opportunities. The Senwes Grainlink Learnership is a 12-month programme. Other learnerships, like those at Valterra Platinum and Northam Booysendal, are typically structured to lead to artisan qualifications, which may take longer than a year.

Locations for these programmes are spread across South Africa. MISA opportunities are in various municipalities, Valterra Platinum’s learnerships are in Rustenburg, North West, and Northam Platinum’s programmes are at Booysendal Mine. Senwes Grainlink learnerships are at selected Senwes silos.

Minimum Requirements

Each learnership has specific minimum requirements. Applicants should check the details for the programme they are interested in. Common requirements include:

• South African citizenship.
• Matric or Grade 12 certificate.
• Specific N2 technical subjects (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering Science, Industrial Electronics, Electrical Trade Theory for Auto Electrician).
• NCV Level 4 qualification.
• Age between 18 and 25 years old (for Senwes Grainlink).
• A valid driver’s licence (for Senwes Grainlink).
• No previous learnership experience in the same field may be required for some programmes.
• Unemployed status.
• Residence in a specific province or district may be preferred for some roles.

Competencies Required

Beyond academic qualifications, certain skills and personal attributes are often sought:

• Willingness to learn and commit to the full training period.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team.
• Computer literacy.
• Safety awareness.
• Adaptability and a willingness to relocate or rotate as needed.
• A proactive attitude and initiative.
• Attention to detail.

Who Should Apply?

These learnerships are ideal for unemployed South African youth who are eager to gain practical skills and formal training in fields like engineering, mining, agriculture, or municipal infrastructure. If you have completed Matric or possess relevant N2 or NCV qualifications and are looking for an opportunity to start a career with hands-on experience, these programmes are a good fit. They are particularly suited for individuals who are motivated to learn, willing to work hard, and committed to completing their training.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare the following documents for their applications:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copy of your South African ID document.
• Certified copy of your Matric or Grade 12 certificate.
• Certified copies of any other relevant qualifications or N2 certificates.
• Academic record/results.
• A cover letter may be required for some applications.
• Proof of residence.

For specific application portals, ensure all requested documents are uploaded correctly.

How to Apply

Application methods vary by organisation. For MISA, applications must be submitted via email to the specified address. For Northam Platinum Booysendal, applications are also submitted via email, quoting a specific reference number and job title in the subject line. Valterra Platinum and Senwes Grainlink may have online application portals.

• MISA: Applications via email to [email protected].
• Valterra Platinum: Click here to apply for Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnerships 2026.
• Northam Platinum Booysendal: Submit applications by email to [email protected], quoting the correct reference number and title.
• Senwes Grainlink: Click here to apply for Senwes Grainlink Learnerships 2026 / 2027.

Applicants should read the requirements carefully, prepare all necessary documents, and complete any online forms accurately. Ensure all personal details and certified documents are uploaded where required.

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Late applications may not be considered.
• Applicants must meet all minimum requirements to be eligible.
• Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
• Ensure all submitted documents are certified copies.
• Apply before the specified closing date.

Closing Date

The closing date for the MISA Apprenticeships and Experiential Learnerships is 28 September 2026 at 16:00.

The closing date for Valterra Platinum Engineering Learnerships, Northam Booysendal Mining Learnership, Northam Booysendal Metallurgy Learnership, Northam Booysendal Auto Electrician Learnership, and Senwes Grainlink Learnerships is 30 September 2026.

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