The Nedbank YES Programme 2026 is a valuable opportunity for unemployed young South Africans to gain meaningful work experience, build practical workplace skills, and improve their chances of securing long-term employment, Nedbank YES Internships 2026.
- Location: South Africa
- Closing Date: Not specified
About Nedbank
Nedbank is one of South Africa’s leading banking groups, well known for its strong commitment to economic transformation, skills development, and youth empowerment. Through its participation in the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, Nedbank actively supports the fight against youth unemployment by offering structured workplace exposure across its national operations.
What Is the YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme?
The YES Programme is a business-led partnership with government designed to reduce youth unemployment in South Africa. It provides young people with the opportunity to:
- Gain practical workplace experience
- Develop new skills in a professional environment
- Improve employability and readiness for the job market
Important: The Nedbank YES Programme is not a learnership, internship, or apprenticeship.
Instead, it focuses on quality work experience in a real working environment.
Who Can Apply for the Nedbank YES Programme 2026?
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Must be 18 to 29 years old as of 1 May 2026
(born between 2 May 1997 and 1 May 2008) - Must have at least Matric (Grade 12), OR a post-matric qualification at one of the following levels:
- NQF Level 5: Higher Certificate
- NQF Level 6: Diploma
- NQF Level 7: Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree
- Must be currently unemployed
- Must be South African-born African, Coloured, or Indian citizens, in line with the BBBEE Act definition of “black people”
- Must not have participated in a YES Programme with another organisation before
Programme Duration and Start Date
Successful applicants will be offered a 12-month fixed-term contract, giving them workplace exposure and hands-on experience.
- Duration: 12 months
- Expected start date: 01 May 2026
Stipend Information
Participants in the Nedbank YES Programme will receive a monthly stipend, guided by the official YES Programme framework.
This stipend is meant to support:
- Living expenses
- Food
- Transport/travel-related costs
Where Will the Work Experience Take Place?
The programme will be hosted at Nedbank branches, offices, and operational sites across South Africa.
Key points to note:
- Some roles may offer hybrid or remote work options, depending on the division and role requirements
- Youth may be required to work weekdays and/or shifts, which may include weekends and public holidays
- Participants must be able to travel to and from the workplace
