Shoprite Learnership 2026
Shoprite Holdings runs 4 major learnership, graduate, and bursary programmes in 2026 across the Retail & Hospitality sector. Stipends range R4,500 - R6,000/month for learners. Apply at shopriteholdings.co.za/careers.
Shoprite 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 shopriteholdings.co.za/careers.
Shoprite Learnership & Graduate Programmes Available in 2026
- Retail Learnership (NQF Level 2/4): wholesale & retail operations - 12 months
- Shoprite Graduate Programme: retail, supply chain, finance, IT
- Butchery, Bakery, Cold Chain Learnerships
- Shoprite Bursary: retail management, food science
Requirements
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10-12 (learnership); relevant degree (graduate)
- Age: 18-30
- On completion: NQF Level 2/4 Wholesale & Retail Certificate · Permanent placement common for top performers
How to Apply for the Shoprite Learnership
- Visit the official portal at shopriteholdings.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: Large matric intakes annually January-March. Graduate: April-July.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a Shoprite Learnership in 2026?
Apply online at shopriteholdings.co.za/careers - the official Shoprite 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. Large matric intakes annually January-March. Graduate: April-July.
What qualifications do I need for the Shoprite Learnership?
Minimum: Grade 10-12 (learnership); relevant degree (graduate). Age typically 18-30. Additional requirements (driver's licence, medical fitness, physical test) depend on the specific programme stream you apply for.
How much is the Shoprite Learnership stipend?
R4,500 - R6,000/month for learners. Stipend amounts are reviewed annually and may be supplemented with housing or transport allowances for some programmes.
How long is the Shoprite Learnership?
12 months (learnership) · 12-18 months (graduate). On successful completion, learners receive nqf level 2/4 wholesale & retail certificate · permanent placement common for top performers.
Does Shoprite guarantee a job after the learnership?
Shoprite 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 Shoprite directly via shopriteholdings.co.za/careers. We do not process applications.
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