FNB FirstJob Learnership 2026: Grade 12 Applicants Can Earn R5,933 Per Month
First National Bank (FNB), part of FirstRand, is offering a 12-month FirstJob Learnership opportunity for unemployed young South Africans who want to gain practical workplace experience and improve their future employment prospects.
The programme is designed for young people who have completed Grade 12 but have limited or no formal work experience. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a learnership while gaining exposure to different business functions within the banking and financial services industry.
Available opportunities may include Marketing, Finance, Collections, FNB Cards, Private and Wealth Investments, Sales, Customer Service, Administration, Support and Catering.
The advertised monthly base pay is R5,933, and the programme runs for 12 months on a fixed-term basis. Eligible candidates should review the requirements carefully and submit their applications before the closing date.
FNB FirstJob Learnership 2026: Key Details
- Company: FirstRand Bank Limited (FNB)
- Programme: FirstJob Learnership
- Duration: 12 months
- Monthly Base Pay: R5,933
- Employment Type: Fixed-term contract
- Industry: Banking and Financial Services
- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 (Matric)
- Target Applicants: Unemployed young South Africans
- Closing Date: 20 October 2026
About the FNB FirstJob Programme
The FNB FirstJob initiative aims to help young people gain their first meaningful workplace experience. It provides an opportunity for eligible candidates to develop practical skills, learn workplace procedures and gain exposure to professional business operations.
For many young job seekers, a lack of work experience can make it difficult to secure employment. This programme aims to address that challenge by combining workplace exposure with structured learning.
Depending on the assigned business unit, participants may gain experience in customer service, sales, administration, finance, collections or other support functions. The experience may help them develop transferable skills that can be useful when applying for future employment opportunities.
Candidates should be willing to learn, collaborate with colleagues, follow instructions and meet the expectations associated with their placements.
Available Business Areas
The programme may offer placements across several FNB business units.
1. Marketing
Participants may gain exposure to marketing activities, campaign support and customer engagement.
2. Finance
This area may provide insight into financial administration, record-keeping and business support processes.
3. Collections
Candidates may gain exposure to customer account support and collections-related processes, depending on their assigned duties.
4. FNB Cards
Participants may learn about card-related banking services and associated customer support operations.
5. Private and Wealth Investments
This business area relates to financial services and wealth-related customer support.
6. Sales
Candidates may develop communication, customer engagement and sales support skills.
7. Customer Service
Participants may learn how to respond to customer enquiries, communicate professionally and assist with service-related requests.
8. Administration and Support
This area may provide exposure to office administration, documentation and general business support.
9. Catering
Participants may gain workplace experience in catering-related operations and support activities.
The duties and expectations may differ between placements. Applicants should follow the available application options and review the instructions for their preferred opportunity.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the eligibility conditions stated in the programme advertisement.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
- Have been unemployed for at least the previous six months.
- Not be studying at the time of application.
- Have less than 12 months of total work experience, with experience limited to part-time or casual work where applicable.
- Be seeking their first formal work experience opportunity.
- Not have previously participated in the FirstJob programme at any FirstRand franchise.
- Not have previously worked for FirstRand.
- Have a good command of English.
- Have no criminal record.
- Not be blacklisted.
- Be willing to participate in the learnership while gaining workplace experience.
The advertisement also indicates that certain additional certificates or diplomas may be considered equivalent to NQF Levels 5 or 6. Applicants should verify the applicable qualification conditions in the official advertisement.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection, as candidates may be assessed through the employer’s recruitment and screening process.
Skills and Personal Attributes
FNB is seeking candidates who are motivated, dependable and willing to develop their professional skills.
Important attributes include:
- Self-motivation: Taking initiative and showing commitment to assigned responsibilities.
- Communication: Sharing information clearly and interacting professionally with colleagues and customers.
- Resilience: Remaining positive when dealing with challenges.
- Willingness to learn: Being open to training, guidance and feedback.
- Teamwork: Working cooperatively with others to achieve shared goals.
- Customer service: Demonstrating an interest in helping customers and responding to their needs.
- Goal orientation: Working towards targets and completing tasks within expected timeframes.
- Professionalism: Being reliable, responsible and respectful in the workplace.
Candidates should highlight relevant skills and experiences in their CV, even if these were developed through school projects, volunteering or informal responsibilities.
Salary and Programme Duration
Successful applicants can expect an advertised monthly base pay of R5,933 for the 12-month fixed-term programme.
The learnership combines workplace experience with learning opportunities. Participants may gain practical exposure to banking operations while developing communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Applicants should consult the official vacancy advertisement for confirmation of payment conditions, placement details and any additional programme arrangements.
Important Application Instruction: Voice Note
Applicants are specifically reminded to record and submit the required voice note as part of the application process.
The advertisement highlights the voice note as an important screening requirement. Candidates should therefore read the application instructions carefully, complete all required screening steps and ensure that the voice note is submitted in the requested format.
Missing a required application component may affect the consideration of an application.
How to Apply for the FNB FirstJob Learnership 2026
Interested candidates should apply through the official FNB or FirstRand recruitment channel associated with the vacancy.
- Navigate to the careers or vacancies section.
- Search for the FirstJob Learnership opportunity.
- Read the complete advertisement and confirm that you meet all the eligibility requirements.
- Prepare your CV, Matric certificate and any other documents requested.
- Complete the online application and submit the required voice note.
- Review your application to ensure that all mandatory information and screening requirements have been completed.
Applicants should use the application link provided in the official vacancy advertisement to ensure that their applications reach the correct recruitment team.
Closing Date
The advertised closing date for the FNB FirstJob Learnership 2026 is 20 October 2026. Candidates who meet the requirements should submit their applications before the deadline.
The programme offers an opportunity for eligible unemployed young South Africans to gain workplace experience, develop professional skills and explore potential career paths in banking and financial services. Before applying, ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and complete every required part of the application process.
How to Apply
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