Finance & Banking Learnership

FNB FirstJob Learnership 2026

A 12-month structured learnership for unemployed youth (matric required, computer literacy) giving an accredited qualification plus workplace experience across FNB\'s banking operations.

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Provider: FNB (First National Bank) / FirstRand Group โ€ข National (Johannesburg/Randburg)

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:FNB (First National Bank) / FirstRand Group
Sector:Finance & Banking
Duration:12 months
Level:NQF Level 4
Stipend:Not published by FNB
Location:National (Johannesburg/Randburg)
Intake:2026 cycle closed (22 May 2026). Awaiting the 2027 window; recent cycles opened between February and April on the FirstRand careers portal and SA Youth

Key Benefits

  • โœ“NQF Level 4 accredited qualification
  • โœ“Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
  • โœ“Stipend: Not published by FNB
  • โœ“Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
  • โœ“Strong pathway toward permanent employment

Entry Requirements

  • โœ“Matric / Grade 12 (NQF Level 4); basic computer literacy and good command of English
  • โœ“South African citizen with valid SA ID, aged 18-34
  • โœ“Currently unemployed (typically at least the last 6 months) and not currently studying
  • โœ“Less than 12 months prior work experience; no prior participation in the FirstJob programme
  • โœ“Clear criminal and credit record

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Bank Consultant
Client Service Officer
Credit Analyst
Insurance Advisor
Operations Administrator
Branch Team Leader

How to Apply

1

Check the requirements

Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.

2

Prepare your documents

Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.

3

Apply online

Submit your application via the official FNB (First National Bank) / FirstRand Group careers portal.

4

Assessments & interview

Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.

5

Placement

Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.

โš ๏ธ Good to Know

STATUS (checked 18 September 2026): recurring annual programme with no open intake right now. The 2026 FirstRand Workday role FirstJob Learner (req R49561, Johannesburg) closed 22 May 2026, and an earlier SA Youth route closed 22 March 2026. Recent cycles have opened between February and April, so watch the FirstRand careers portal and sayouth.mobi from January 2027. Listings on aggregator sites that still say open are out of date.

โ€ข Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted - check the official portal for the latest intake dates.

โ€ข Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.

โ€ข Beware of scams - GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.

Ready to apply?

Head to the official FNB (First National Bank) / FirstRand Group careers portal to submit your application.

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