Young South Africans who are looking for workplace experience in the retail sector now have an opportunity to apply for the Shoprite YES Learning Programme 2026.
This programme forms part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, which aims to provide unemployed youth with practical work exposure and skills development within South Africa’s leading retail environments.
If you are between the ages of 18 and 35 and eager to gain real workplace experience, this opportunity may be ideal for you.
About the YES Learning Programme
The YES (Youth Employment Service) initiative was introduced to help reduce youth unemployment in South Africa by creating structured workplace opportunities.
The programme offers:
- Practical retail work experience
- Exposure to store operations
- Customer service training
- Stock handling and merchandising experience
- Workplace readiness skills
Participants gain valuable experience that can strengthen their CV and improve future employment prospects.
Monthly Stipend
Successful candidates will receive a monthly basic salary of:
💰 R3,360 per month
This provides financial support while gaining practical work experience.
Programme Availability
This learning opportunity is available across South Africa. Applicants from all nine provinces are encouraged to apply, as placements are typically aligned with operational store needs.
The nine provinces include:
- Gauteng
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Western Cape
- Eastern Cape
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- North West
- Free State
- Northern Cape
Applicants may be placed at stores closest to their residential area, depending on availability.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for consideration, applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Be currently unemployed
- Have completed Grade 12 (Matric)
- Be willing to work in a retail environment
- Be committed and reliable
Retail experience is not always required, making this programme suitable for first-time job seekers.
Required Documents
When submitting your application, ensure you include:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Proof of residence
- Any additional supporting documents (if applicable)
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Why This Programme Is Valuable
The retail industry remains one of the largest employment sectors in South Africa. Gaining experience in this environment helps develop:
- Communication skills
- Customer service confidence
- Teamwork ability
- Time management
- Basic operational knowledge
Many participants use this experience to secure permanent employment in retail or related industries.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application documents via email to:
Ensure that your subject line clearly states:
“Application – YES Learning Programme 2026”
Apply as early as possible to increase your chances of placement.
Disclaimer:
This website is not affiliated with Shoprite or the YES Programme. We share opportunities for informational purposes only. Applicants are advised to verify details directly with the official contact provided before submitting any personal information.
Good day thank you very much for this opportunity I would like to be counted so that I’ll gain experience and get changes of being employed.
Good day. Am looking for the job. Am 21 years of age
send your cv on the application email or link, below every post the is a email or link for application
Good day I am looking for the opportunity to gain some experience and participate with the team
Good morning , you are on a good place , send your documents on the email that is shown on the post