Nedbank YES Learnership Programme
Nedbank has said YES to creating youth employment opportunities, building communities and transforming South Africa.
What is the YES Learnership Programme?
The YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme is a business-led collaboration with government to reduce unemployment by providing youth with an opportunity to develop new skills and gain meaningful workplace experience, which in turn will significantly improve their chances of finding long-term future employment.
Who can apply for the Nedbank YES Learnership Programme?
South African youth who:
•Are between 18 and 29 years old as of 1 May 2026 (born between 2 May 1997 and 1 May 2008);
• have at least a Matric (Grade 12) qualification; or
•Have successfully completed a post-matric qualification at one of the following levels:
NQF Level 5 (Higher Certificate)
NQF Level 6 (Diploma)
NQF Level 7 (Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree)•are currently unemployed;
•Are South African-born African, Coloured or Indian citizens in line with the BBBEE Act definition of ‘black people’; and
•Have not participated in a YES Programme with another organisation before.
How long will Nedbank YES Learnership be employed for and when will the programme start?
Nedbank YES youth will be contracted for 12 months to gain quality work experience. The YES Programme is not a learnership, internship or apprenticeship programme. The programme is earmarked to start on 01 May 2026.
How much will Nedbank YES Learnership earn?
Nedbank YES youth will receive a monthly stipend guided by the YES Programme.
A stipend is monetary support to help an individual pay for living, food and travel-related expenses.
Where will the Nedbank YES Learnership Programme work experience take place?
The Nedbank quality work experience programme will be based at Nedbank’s various sites, branches and offices across the country, with some positions allowing for the possibility of working in terms of a hybrid or remote model.
Depending on the division, role and job requirement, Nedbank YES youth may be required to work weekdays and/or according to a shift schedule, which may include weekends and public holidays. This means that YES youth will need to be able to travel to and from the workplace.
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Successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree, demonstrating strong academic commitment, time-management skills, discipline, and the ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
I am a motivated and hardworking matric graduate seeking an opportunity to start my career and gain valuable work experience. I am a reliable, responsible, and fast learner who is willing to take on new challenges and learn new skills. I work well with others, have good communication skills, and am committed to completing tasks to the best of my ability. I am looking for an opportunity where I can contribute to the organisation while developing my skills and experience.