Metropolitan Learnership Programme 2026: Opportunities Open in 5 Locations for Unemployed Youth

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Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Metropolitan Learnership Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
• Be between the ages specified for the particular location
• Be a South African citizen by birth
• Be unemployed
• Belong to a previously disadvantaged group

People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Age Requirements by Location

Applicants should pay particular attention to the age requirement for their chosen location:

Port Elizabeth, Mthatha and King Williams Town:

• Aged between 18 and 35

Soweto / West Rand and Mafikeng:

• Aged between 18 and 34

Learnership Duties and Responsibilities

Successful learners will be expected to participate in both theoretical learning and workplace activities.

Responsibilities may include:

• Completing theoretical learning and assessments
• Completing administrative and reporting duties related to the role
• Collating, compiling and distributing documents according to required standards
• Completing tasks within defined time frames
• Attending to queries professionally
• Providing a positive client experience
• Supporting the achievement of client service level agreements
• Screening and routing queries to the appropriate stakeholders
• Assisting with the resolution of client queries
• Maintaining relevant office housekeeping standards

Key Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following abilities and attributes:

• Attention to detail
• Good planning and time management skills
• Numerical reasoning ability
• Analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication in English
• English comprehension skills
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Computer literacy

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Learnership Locations

Learnership – Port Elizabeth

Reference Number: MMH260814-3
Province: Eastern Cape
Location: Port Elizabeth
Position Type: Temporary
Remote Opportunity: None of the time
Age Requirement: 18–35 years

Learnership – Mthatha

Reference Number: MMH260813-9
Province: Eastern Cape
Location: Mthatha
Position Type: Temporary
Remote Opportunity: None of the time
Age Requirement: 18–35 years

Learnership – King Williams Town

Reference Number: MMH260813-2
Province: Eastern Cape
Location: King Williams Town
Position Type: Temporary
Remote Opportunity: None of the time
Age Requirement: 18–35 years

Learnership Programme – Soweto / West Rand

Reference Number: MMH260806-20
Province: Gauteng
Location: Soweto / West Rand
Position Type: Temporary
Remote Opportunity: Some of the time
Age Requirement: 18–34 years

Learnership Programme – Mafikeng

Reference Number: MMH260806-19
Province: North West
Location: Mafikeng
Position Type: Temporary
Remote Opportunity: Some of the time
Age Requirement: 18–34 years

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How to Apply

Applicants should apply through the official Metropolitan recruitment platform for the specific learnership location they are interested in.

Make sure that you:

• Select the correct location
• Apply using the correct reference number
• Meet the age requirement for that specific opportunity
• Meet the Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualification requirement
• Ensure that you are unemployed
• Verify the vacancy on the official Metropolitan careers platform before applying

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - PORT ELIZABETH   CLICK HERE TO APPLY - MTHATHA

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - KING WILLIAMS TOWN   CLICK HERE TO APPLY - SOWETO/WEST RAND

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - MAFIKENG

You can also visit the official Metropolitan website for more information about the company.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 21 August 2026

Applications should be submitted before the closing date.

iYouth Application Tips

Before applying, carefully check the age requirement for your chosen location, as the Eastern Cape opportunities accept applicants aged up to 35, while the Soweto/West Rand and Mafikeng opportunities specify an age range of 18 to 34.

Use the correct reference number for the specific learnership you want to apply for and make sure your CV clearly reflects your Grade 12 qualification, computer skills, communication abilities and any relevant customer service or administrative experience.

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