What This Programme Really Offers
- 12 months of structured training
- A monthly stipend of R5,933
- Work experience + a formal qualification
- Exposure to departments like finance, marketing, customer service, and sales
This is especially valuable if you don’t yet have work experience—it’s designed as a first step into formal employment.
Who This Is Best For
You should strongly consider applying if you:
- Just finished matric (or have a higher certificate)
- Have little to no work experience
- Want a career in banking, admin, or customer-facing roles
- Have been struggling to get your first job
Key Requirements (Important)
You must:
- Be 18–34 years old
- Be unemployed for at least 6 months
- Not be studying currently
- Have no criminal or bad credit record
- Not have worked at FNB or joined their FirstJob programme before
Honest Advice (Don’t Skip This)
- These programmes are competitive—thousands apply.
- Having an extra qualification (NQF 5/6) or basic computer skills gives you an edge.
- Your SAYouth profile matters a lot—incomplete profiles often get ignored.
How to Apply
You’ll need to apply via the official youth platform:
- SAYouth.mobi
Steps:
- Register (free)
- Complete your profile fully
- Search: “FNB Learnership Programme 2026”
- Submit your application
Red Flags / Things to Watch
- There’s no listed closing date, so apply ASAP.
- Don’t pay anyone—applications are free.
- Make sure you apply only through SAYouth (avoid fake links).
Extra Tip
While waiting, also apply for:
- Other bank learnerships (Standard Bank, ABSA, Nedbank)
- Retail or admin internships





