Shoprite is one of South Africa’s largest private-sector employers and a leading supporter of youth development. Through a range of training programmes, internships, bursaries, and graduate jobs, Shoprite is investing in South Africa’s future workforce creating economic opportunities for unemployed and employed youth alike.
Location: South Africa (Nationwide)
Opportunities Available: Training Programmes, YES Internships, Study Bursaries, Graduate Jobs
Who Should Apply: South African youth aged 18 to 34
Application Channels: WhatsApp, In-store CV Drop-off, Online
1. Retail Readiness Programme (RRP)
What It Offers
This programme is designed for youth with no prior work experience. It equips you with basic retail skills and practical training, helping you prepare for your first job in retail.
Programme Structure
- 5 weeks of hands-on practical training
- 2 weeks of classroom theory
- Accredited with a NQF Level 3 qualification
Who Can Apply
- South African youth aged 18 to 34
- Must have no previous work experience
Minimum Requirement
- Matric certificate or equivalent
How to Apply
- Send a WhatsApp message to 087 240 5709 and select “Job Opportunities”
- Drop off your CV at your nearest Shoprite, Checkers, or Usave store
2. Youth Employment Service (YES) Initiative
What It Offers
This is a 12-month full-time internship programme where you’ll get practical retail experience, mentorship, and exposure to different parts of the retail business.
Who Can Apply
- South African youth aged 18 to 34
Minimum Requirements
- Matric or equivalent qualification
- RRP qualification is required to apply
How to Apply
- WhatsApp 087 240 5709 and select “Job Opportunities”
- Submit your CV at your nearest Shoprite, Checkers, or Usave
3. Shoprite Bursaries
What It Offers
Shoprite offers full bursaries to students studying scarce skills, covering tuition and on-campus accommodation. These bursaries come with work-back agreements, meaning you’ll get a job after graduating.
Fields Covered Include:
- Criminology
- Accounting
- Information Technology
- Retail Business Management
- Food Science
- And many others
Who Can Apply
- South African students under 27 years old
- Must be registered for undergraduate or postgraduate degrees at a recognised university
Application Windows
- February and July each year for study in the following academic year
How to Apply
4. Graduate Opportunities
What It Offers
Shoprite’s graduate programmes are ideal for recent university graduates. You’ll be mentored by industry experts and take part in real-world projects.
Training Opportunities Include:
- Trainee Accountant Programme (for SAICA APC prep – 3 years)
- Technology Academy
- Buying Academy (Foods and Non-Foods)
- Other business-focused graduate programmes
How to Apply
Don’t Qualify Yet? Here’s How You Can Qualify
If you’re still studying or want to improve your chances, consider enrolling in one of these top-rated programmes:
- NQF Level 4 in Wholesale & Retail Operations – SACDA College
- Diploma in Retail Business Management – Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
- Higher Certificate in Business Management – Boston City Campus
These qualifications will strengthen your CV and help you access Shoprite’s training and job programmes.
Good luck!
Experienced career development professional with a background in student administration and guidance across several South African universities. Over the years, I have supported students in shaping their academic and professional journeys, providing career counselling, employability training, and placement support. I now focus on helping young graduates successfully transition from university or college into the workplace, bridging the gap between education and employment through practical guidance and career-readiness initiatives.