UIF ITR Learnership Programme 2026 – 12-Month Learnership with Monthly R3,000 Stipend
Applications are now open for the UIF ITR Learnership Programme, a 12-month learnership sponsored by the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) through the UIF Labour Activation Programme (LAP).
This programme is designed to help unemployed South Africans gain valuable workplace skills while working towards a SETA-accredited qualification. It offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to improve their employability and gain practical work experience.
About the UIF ITR Learnership Programme
The UIF ITR Learnership combines structured learning with practical workplace experience over a period of 12 months. Successful participants will receive accredited training that equips them with industry-relevant skills while preparing them for future employment opportunities.
Programme Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- 12-month learnership programme.
- Monthly stipend of R3,000.
- Practical workplace experience.
- Structured theoretical training.
- A SETA-accredited qualification upon successful completion.
- Improved employment opportunities after completing the programme.
Who Should Apply?
The programme is aimed at unemployed South Africans who are committed to developing their skills and completing a full 12-month learnership.
Applicants should ensure that all information provided during the application process is accurate and complete.
Required Information
Applicants will need to complete the official application form and provide all requested information honestly.
Important:
- Complete every section of the application form.
- Incomplete applications may not be considered.
- Ensure that all information provided is correct before submitting.
- Your personal details, including your name and email address, will only be collected if you provide them on the application form.
Why Apply?
Participating in the UIF ITR Learnership Programme provides an opportunity to:
- Gain recognised workplace skills.
- Earn a monthly stipend while learning.
- Obtain a nationally recognised SETA qualification.
- Improve your CV with practical work experience.
- Increase your chances of securing future employment.
Learnerships remain one of the best pathways for unemployed South Africans to gain experience and enter the job market.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the official UIF ITR Learnership Programme Application Form and ensure that all required information is submitted before the application deadline.
Double-check your application before submitting, as incomplete forms will not be considered.
If you meet the programme requirements and are ready to develop your skills while earning a monthly stipend, this is an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation for your future career.
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.
