Closing Date: 04 June 2026 at 12:00 PM
Are you an unemployed TVET graduate looking for workplace experience to complete your qualification? uMfolozi TVET College has officially opened applications for its 2026 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programme, funded by ETDP SETA, aimed at helping qualifying graduates gain practical workplace exposure while receiving a monthly stipend of R4,000.
This opportunity is specifically available to unemployed youth residing in selected KwaZulu-Natal district municipalities and is designed for graduates who completed N4–N6 Business or Engineering Studies at uMfolozi TVET College.
uMfolozi TVET College WIL Programme 2026 Overview
| Programme Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Institution | uMfolozi TVET College |
| Programme | Work Integrated Learning (WIL) |
| Funding | ETDP SETA |
| Stipend | R4,000 per month |
| Duration | 18 Months |
| Age Requirement | 18–35 Years |
| Qualification Level | N6 completed within the last 2 years |
| Districts Covered | King Cetshwayo, iLembe, and uMkhanyakude |
| Closing Date | 04 June 2026 at 12:00 PM |
Who Can Apply?
uMfolozi TVET College invites applications from unemployed youth who meet the following minimum requirements:
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have completed N6 qualification within the last two years
- Have studied at uMfolozi TVET College
- Be unemployed and not currently studying
- Not be receiving a stipend from another funder or programme
- Reside within:
- King Cetshwayo District Municipality
- iLembe District Municipality
- uMkhanyakude District Municipality
Applicants living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Fields of Study Accepted
The programme is open to applicants who completed N4–N6 Business and Engineering Studies at uMfolozi TVET College.
Business Studies Fields
Applicants with qualifications in the following Business Studies fields may apply:
- Business Management
- Financial Management
- Human Resource Management
- Management Assistant
- Public Management
- Hospitality & Catering Services
- Farming Management
- Educare
- Clothing Production
- Legal Secretary
- Tourism
- Marketing Management
Engineering Studies Fields
Applicants who completed Engineering Studies (N4–N6) at uMfolozi TVET College are also eligible to apply.
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must submit the following supporting documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate
- Certified copies of N4, N5 and N6 certificates or statements of results
- Academic history
- Completion letter from campus
- Affidavit confirming unemployment
- Three (3) months bank statement
Important: Ensure all documents are clear, certified, and submitted correctly to avoid disqualification.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via email only.
Email Address:
Applications.placement@umfolozi.edu.za
Contact Person:
Mr. Mnotho Khumalo
Telephone:
035 902 9500
Important Notes
Before applying, take note of the following:
- Applicants must not be employed
- Applicants must not be currently studying
- Only candidates who meet all requirements will be considered
- Applicants must have studied at uMfolozi TVET College
- Applications from persons living with disabilities are encouraged
Why This Opportunity Matters
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) plays a critical role in helping TVET graduates gain practical workplace experience required to complete their qualifications and improve employability.
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Practical workplace experience
- Exposure to real working environments
- Industry-related skills development
- Increased employability opportunities
- A monthly stipend of R4,000
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What stipend will successful candidates receive?
Successful applicants will receive R4,000 per month for the duration of the programme.
2. Can students from other colleges apply?
No. Only applicants who studied at uMfolozi TVET College qualify.
3. Who can apply for this programme?
Applicants aged 18–35, who completed N6 within the last two years, are unemployed, and live in the listed districts may apply.
4. When is the closing date?
The closing date for applications is 04 June 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Conclusion
The uMfolozi TVET College Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 offers unemployed TVET graduates a valuable chance to gain workplace experience while earning a monthly stipend. Eligible graduates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Closing Date: 04 June 2026 at 12:00 PM
Stipend: R4,000 per month
Location: King Cetshwayo, iLembe, and uMkhanyakude, KwaZulu-Natal
