If you are an unemployed youth, graduate, or TVET student in South Africa, January 2026 is a critical deadline month. Several high-impact learnerships are closing soon, offering structured training, workplace exposure, and recognised qualifications across mining, manufacturing, finance, logistics, and engineering sectors.
Below are 6 must-apply learnerships closing on or before 23 January 2026 that you should not miss.
Northam Platinum: Booysendal Platinum Mine Boilermaker Learnerships 2026
Northam Booysendal Platinum Mine is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for Boilermaker Learnerships (18.2) for the 2026 intake. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking a skilled artisan career in the mining sector.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Learnership Location: Booysendal Area, Limpopo & Mpumalanga, South Africa
👉 Click here to apply for Northam Booysendal Platinum Mine Boilermaker Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/northam-booysendal-platinum-mine-boilermaker-learnerships-2026/
Unilever: Automated Packaging Learnerships 2026
Unilever is offering Automated Packaging Learnerships at its Maydon Wharf Factory in Durban. This programme is perfect for candidates interested in manufacturing operations, automation, and supply chain environments.
Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Location: Maydon Wharf Factory, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
👉 Click here to apply for Unilever Automated Packaging Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/unilever-automated-packaging-learnerships-2026/
Absa Group: Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnerships 2026
Absa is inviting unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnership Programme 2026, aimed at launching careers in banking and financial services.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Learnership Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
👉 Click here to apply for Absa Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/absa-face-to-face-financial-adviser-learnerships-2026/
Transnet: Work Integrated Learnerships 2026
Transnet invites unemployed students and graduates to apply for its Work Integrated Learner (Technical) Programme, providing 12 months of hands-on workplace experience in a technical environment.
Application Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Programme Location: Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
👉 Click here to apply for Transnet Work Integrated Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/transnet-work-integrated-learnerships-2026/
Eskom: 174 x NTCSA Learnerships & Graduate Internships 2026
Eskom’s National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) is offering 174 learnership and graduate internship opportunities across multiple provinces and scarce skills areas.
Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Locations: Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Free State & Bloemfontein
👉 Click here to apply for Eskom NTCSA Learnerships and Graduate Internships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/174-x-eskoms-ntcsa-learnerships-and-graduate-internships-2026/
Volkswagen Group South Africa: TVET Learnerships 2026
Volkswagen Group South Africa is inviting TVET College students to apply for the Experiential Trainee Programme 2026, designed for N6 students who need workplace experience to complete their National N Diploma.
Application Closing Date: 23 January 2026
Programme Location: Kariega, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Programme Duration: 18 months (01 March 2026 – 31 August 2027)
👉 Click here to apply for Volkswagen Group SA TVET Learnerships 2026
https://www.studentroom.co.za/volkswagen-group-sa-tvet-learnerships-2026/
Why You Should Apply Now
These learnerships offer:
- Accredited qualifications and workplace experience
- Monthly stipends or learner allowances
- Career pathways into mining, engineering, finance, manufacturing, and logistics
- Strong employability outcomes for 2026 and beyond
⏰ Most close on 21 January 2026, so delaying could cost you a life-changing opportunity.
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