Discovery Learnership 2026
Discovery Limited runs 3 major learnership, graduate, and bursary programmes in 2026 across the Insurance & Financial Services sector. Stipends range Market-leading graduate salary. Apply at discovery.co.za/careers.
Discovery never charges application fees, deposit fees, or "registration" fees for learnerships. Any person or WhatsApp group asking for money to "secure your spot" is running a scam. Apply only via discovery.co.za/careers.
Discovery Learnership & Graduate Programmes Available in 2026
- Discovery Graduate Programme: actuarial, data science, engineering, business
- Discovery Bursary: actuarial, statistics, data science, computer science
- Actuarial Pupilage: for actuarial science students preparing for Fellowship exams
Requirements
- Minimum qualification: Relevant degree with strong academic record
- Age: Typically under 30
- On completion: Permanent placement (most graduates) · FASSA / FIA Fellowship support (actuarial)
How to Apply for the Discovery Learnership
- Visit the official portal at discovery.co.za/careers.
- Create a candidate profile and upload your CV, ID, matric certificate, and all relevant qualifications.
- Search for and apply to the specific learnership or graduate programme stream you qualify for.
- Complete any initial online assessments (cognitive, behavioural, or situational judgement).
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews, further assessments, and a medical examination.
- Final offer is subject to qualification verification and background checks.
Application window: Graduate: March-June. Bursary: June-August (must be studying at SA university).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a Discovery Learnership in 2026?
Apply online at discovery.co.za/careers - the official Discovery careers portal. Create a profile, upload your CV, ID, matric certificate, and relevant qualifications. Applications outside the official portal (WhatsApp, social media, email) are typically scams. Graduate: March-June. Bursary: June-August (must be studying at SA university).
What qualifications do I need for the Discovery Learnership?
Minimum: Relevant degree with strong academic record. Age typically Typically under 30. Additional requirements (driver's licence, medical fitness, physical test) depend on the specific programme stream you apply for.
How much is the Discovery Learnership stipend?
Market-leading graduate salary. Stipend amounts are reviewed annually and may be supplemented with housing or transport allowances for some programmes.
How long is the Discovery Learnership?
12-18 months (graduate) · 3-5 years (actuarial pupilage). On successful completion, learners receive permanent placement (most graduates) · fassa / fia fellowship support (actuarial).
Does Discovery guarantee a job after the learnership?
Discovery does not formally guarantee permanent placement, but top-performing learners are regularly appointed to permanent positions on completion. Placement typically depends on your performance ratings, business need, and available vacancies at the end of the programme.
Other 2026 Learnerships in South Africa
This page is a general guide. Always confirm current intakes, requirements, stipends, and application processes with Discovery directly via discovery.co.za/careers. We do not process applications.
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