Nedbank has an opportunity for the youth of South Africa. The YES program is created to empower the youth of South Africa and creating youth employment opportunities, building communities and transforming the country.
What is the YES Programme About:
The (Youth Employment Service) YES Programme is a collaboration with government to reduce unemployment by providing youth with an opportunity to develop new skills and gain meaningful workplace experience, which in turn will significantly improve their chances of finding long-term future employment.
Who is allowed to apply for the YES Programme.
Must be a South African youth:
• between 18 and 29 years old as of 1 May 2026 (born between 2 May 1997 and 1 May 2008);
• have at least a Matric (Grade 12) qualification; or
•have successfully completed a post-matric qualification at one of the following levels:
NQF Level 5 (Higher Certificate)
NQF Level 6 (Diploma)
NQF Level 7 (Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree)
• currently unemployed;
•A South African-born African, Coloured or Indian citizens in line with the BBBEE Act definition of ‘black people’
How long will Nedbank YES youth be employed for and when will the programme start?
Nedbank YES youth will be contracted for 12 months to gain quality work experience. The YES Programme is not a learnership, internship or apprenticeship programme.
The programme is earmarked to start on 01 May 2026.
How much will Nedbank YES youth earn?
Nedbank YES youth will receive a monthly stipend guided by the YES Programme.
A stipend is monetary support to help an individual pay for living, food and travel-related expenses.
Where will the Nedbank YES Programme work experience take place?
The Nedbank quality work experience programme will be based at Nedbank’s various sites, branches and offices across the country, with some positions allowing for the possibility of working in terms of a hybrid or remote model.
Depending on the division, role and job requirement, Nedbank YES youth may be required to work weekdays and/or according to a shift schedule, which may include weekends and public holidays. This means that YES youth will need to be able to travel to and from the workplace.
Click Link Below To apply:
https://nedbankex.fra1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bJGXD9sthG9Kn6C