Martine Smith 
Finishing TVET college is a big achievement — but it often comes with a difficult question: “What next?” Many students complete N4, N5, N6 or NCV qualifications and then feel stuck because they don’t immediately get a job or know which direction to take. The truth is, TVET qualifications are powerful. They are designed to … Read more
If you are studying at a TVET college or have already completed your N6 or NCV qualification, one of the biggest challenges you may face is not studying — but getting the workplace experience required to graduate or get a job. The good news is that South Africa has many TVET internships, Work Integrated Learning … Read more
For thousands of young people in South Africa, the hardest part of starting a career is not ambition — it is opportunity. Many matriculants and graduates have qualifications but still struggle to get workplace experience. This is why learnerships, internships, bursaries and SETA-funded programmes remain some of the most important pathways into employment in 2026. … Read more
Finding an internship in South Africa can feel frustrating, especially when you’re applying everywhere but not getting feedback. The truth is, most opportunities are not “hidden” — they’re just scattered across different platforms, and many young people don’t know where to look first. If you are a matriculant, graduate, or unemployed youth trying to enter … Read more
If you’re unemployed or fresh out of school, paid internships are one of the fastest ways to build your career. The good news is that many South African companies actively recruit people with no work experience because they are designed to train you from scratch. You don’t need a long CV. You need the right … Read more
For many unemployed South Africans, learnerships feel like a doorway into the job market. But one question always comes up: “Will I actually get a job after completing a learnership?” The short answer is yes — but not automatically. A learnership increases your chances of employment, but your outcome depends on performance, industry demand, and … Read more
For many young South Africans, the biggest barrier to employment is simple: “No experience required.” It feels like a closed door everywhere you look. But here is the truth that can change everything—learnerships were created exactly for people with no experience. Across South Africa, major companies are actively recruiting unemployed youth, matriculants, and graduates for … Read more
For many young South Africans, the hardest part after matric or graduation is not finishing school — it is what comes next. No experience, no job, and constant rejection can make the future feel stuck. But there is one opportunity that continues to open doors every year: learnerships that pay monthly stipends in 2026. These … Read more
Thousands of young South Africans apply for learnerships every year because they offer something many people desperately need: a chance to gain qualifications, work experience and income at the same time. For many matriculants, unemployed youth and graduates, learnerships can become the first real step into the working world. They are especially valuable because most … Read more
Thousands of South African students rely on bursary funding to stay in college or university. For learners already funded through the W&RSETA Bursary Scheme, the newly opened 2026 funding window could be the support they need to continue their studies without interruption. The latest announcement from Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority is … Read more