SHOPRITE YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES 2026/2027: BURSARIES, RRP, YES & GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
Company: Shoprite Group
Location: Various locations across South Africa
Opportunities: Bursaries, Retail Readiness Programme, YES Programme and Graduate Programmes.
About the Opportunities
The Shoprite Group is investing in South Africa’s youth by providing opportunities for education, skills development, workplace experience and career growth.
Young people who are looking to enter the retail industry, gain work experience, further their studies or develop professional careers can explore the different opportunities offered by Shoprite.
There are four main opportunities available:
1. Retail Readiness Programme (RRP)
The Retail Readiness Programme is a skills development initiative designed for young people who have little or no previous work experience and want to enter the retail industry.
The programme consists of:
- Three weeks of theoretical training.
- Four weeks of practical in-store training.
- Successful participants receive an NQF Level 2 certificate.
Who Can Apply?
- South African citizens.
- Youth between 18 and 34 years.
- No previous work experience required.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 10 or equivalent.
- Matric is an advantage.
Send a WhatsApp message saying “Hello” to 072 773 4335 and select “Our Stores”.
2. Youth Employment Services (YES) Programme
The YES Programme provides young South Africans with an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience through a 12-month on-the-job training programme.
Participants are exposed to different areas of the retail business, helping them develop practical skills and improve their employment opportunities.
Who Can Apply?
- South African youth between 18 and 34 years.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 10 or equivalent, with Matric being an advantage; OR
- A Retail Readiness Programme (RRP) qualification.
How to Apply:
Send “Hello” via WhatsApp to 072 773 4335 and select “Our Stores”.
3. Shoprite Bursary Opportunities
Shoprite offers bursaries to support young South Africans pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies at accredited universities.
The bursaries provide financial assistance towards:
- Tuition fees.
- On-campus accommodation.
Successful bursary recipients also have a work-back agreement, providing a pathway to employment opportunities within the Shoprite Group after completing their studies.
Fields of Study Include:
- Food Science.
- Chartered Accounting.
- Supply Chain and Logistics.
- Biological and Agricultural Sciences.
- Retail Business Management.
Who Can Apply?
- South African youth under 27 years.
- Students registered for undergraduate or postgraduate degree studies at an accredited university.
Application Period: Applications generally open between February and May each year.
4. Graduate Opportunities
Shoprite also offers graduate development and training programmes for recent graduates who want to build careers in their chosen professional fields.
These programmes provide opportunities to work alongside experienced professionals, gain industry knowledge and develop practical workplace skills.
Training opportunities include:
- Three-year Trainee Accountant Programme.
- Technology Academy.
- Buying Academy (Food and Non-Food).
- Other graduate development programmes.
Important Notice
Each programme has its own eligibility criteria and application process. Applicants should carefully check the official Shoprite website for available opportunities and additional requirements.
Take advantage of these opportunities and invest in your future!
Skhumbuzo Shandu is the founder of Careers With Shandu, a platform dedicated to helping South Africans access job opportunities, learnerships, and career development resources.
He focuses on sharing clear, practical, and up-to-date information to help matriculants, graduates, and job seekers navigate applications and build their careers.
Through his work, he aims to make opportunities easier to understand and accessible to everyone, especially young people entering the workforce.
