FNB First Job 12-Month Learnership 2026 – R5,933 Monthly, Opportunities Across South Africa

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FNB First Job 12-Month Learnership 2026

First National Bank (FNB), part of FirstRand Bank Limited, is offering its First Job 12-month Learnership to young South Africans looking for their first meaningful work experience.

The opportunity is designed for young people with little or no formal work experience, allowing successful candidates to gain workplace experience while undertaking a selected learnership.

The SA Youth listings show multiple FNB First Job opportunities across South Africa, including locations such as Umzinto, Tygervalley, Mthatha, Lichtenburg, Zeerust, Vryheid, Mqanduli, Rustenburg, Giyani, Middelburg, Dundee and others.

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Job Details

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Company	FirstRand Bank Limited / FNB
Programme	First Job 12-Month Learnership
Industry	Banking
Duration	12 months
Salary	R5,933 per month
Job Type	Fixed-term
Age	18–34 years
Qualification	Matric / NQF 5 or NQF 6 equivalent studies accepted
Experience	Little or no work experience
Closing Date	16 September 2026
Reference	Location-specific reference number
Application Platform	SA Youth

The listings show a fixed monthly base pay of R5,933 and a 12-month fixed-term arrangement.

About the FNB First Job Programme

FNB has created this opportunity to help young people gain valuable workplace experience and improve their employability.

Successful applicants may be placed in different FNB business areas, including:

Marketing
Finance
Collections
FNB Cards
Private and Wealth Investments
Sales
Customer Service
Administration and Support
Catering

The programme combines workplace experience with a selected learnership, making it particularly suitable for young people looking for their first job experience.

What You Need to Succeed

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be 18–34 years old.
Be a South African citizen.
Have at least a Matric certificate.
Further studies, certificates and diplomas may be accepted at NQF 5 and 6 levels.
Have been unemployed for at least six months.
Not currently be studying.
Have little or no work experience.
Have less than 12 months' total work experience and/or only part-time or casual experience.
This must be the applicant's first job experience.
Must not have previously participated in the FirstJob programme at any FirstRand franchise.
Must not have previously worked for FirstRand.
Have a good command of the English language.
Must not have a criminal record.
Must not be blacklisted.
Be willing to complete a learnership while gaining work experience.

Applicants should also be mature, self-motivated, proactive, energetic, resilient and driven to succeed.

FNB is particularly interested in candidates who are passionate about sales and customer service and have strong communication skills.

Important: Record Your Voice Note

Applicants are specifically instructed to record a voice note as part of the screening process.

Make sure you complete this step when applying.

FNB Learnership Locations

The First Job programme is being advertised in locations across South Africa.

Examples of locations appearing in the SA Youth listings include:

KwaZulu-Natal

Umzinto
Umlazi
Ballito
Newcastle
Umzimkhulu
Umhlanga
Vryheid
Dundee
Ladysmith
Paulpietersburg

Eastern Cape

Mthatha
Mqanduli
Libode
Flagstaff
Mbizana
Maclear
Elliot

Gauteng

Tygervalley is listed in the search results as Bellville, Western Cape, while other FNB listings appear in different provinces.

Western Cape

Bellville / Tygervalley

Free State

Bloemfontein
Theunissen
Ficksburg
Phuthaditjhaba

North West

Lichtenburg
Zeerust
Rustenburg
Sannieshof

Limpopo

Giyani
Malamulele
Thohoyandou
Burgersfort
Groblersdal

Mpumalanga

Middelburg
Elukwatini
Hazyview
Mbombela
Standerton

The SA Youth search results confirm FNB First Job listings in numerous locations and indicate that the programme has been advertised through multiple regional listings.

Note: The individual listing should be checked for your preferred location before applying, as each location has its own reference number.

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What You Will Gain

The FNB First Job programme is intended to give participants:

12 months of workplace experience
Exposure to the banking environment
An opportunity to complete a selected learnership
Practical experience in areas such as customer service, sales, administration and finance
Experience that can strengthen future employment applications

How to Apply

Applications are made through the SA Youth platform.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Search for:

“FNB - First Job 12-month Learnership”

Then select the location closest to you and follow the application instructions.

The SA Youth listings show that no data is needed to apply, making this an accessible opportunity for job seekers applying from their mobile phones.

Closing Date: 16 September 2026

Applicants should apply as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date.

Is the FNB First Job Learnership open to people with no experience?

Yes. The programme is specifically aimed at young people with little or no work experience and is intended to provide first-job experience.

How much does the FNB First Job Learnership pay?

The listed salary is R5,933 per month.

How long is the FNB First Job programme?

The opportunity runs for 12 months.

What qualification do I need?

You need at least Matric. Further certificates and diplomas are also accepted as specified in the listing.

What age must I be?

Applicants must be between 18 and 34 years old.

Can I apply if I am currently studying?

No. Applicants must not be studying at present.

Can someone who previously worked for FirstRand apply?

No. The listing states that applicants must not have previously worked for FirstRand or participated in the FirstJob programme at any FirstRand franchise.

Do I need to record a voice note?

Yes. The listing specifically states that recording the voice note is very important for the screening process.

When does the application close?

The closing date is 16 September 2026.

Where is the FNB First Job Learnership available?

There are listings in multiple locations across South Africa, so applicants should search the SA Youth platform for the location nearest to them. Examples include Umzinto, Tygervalley/Bellville, Mthatha, Vryheid, Rustenburg, Giyani, Middelburg and several other locations.

iYouth Application Tips

Make sure your SA Youth profile is complete and up to date.
Check that you meet the first-job and unemployment requirements.
Select the correct FNB location.
Record the required voice note.
Apply before the closing date.

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