Unilever invites unemployed individuals who meet all the necessary criteria to apply for the Yes Learnerships programme 2025
Unilever YES Learnerships 2025 – Apply Now for Youth Employment Opportunities in South Africa
Are you a young South African looking to kick-start your career in 2025? The Unilever YES Learnership Programme 2025 offers unemployed youth a life-changing opportunity to gain valuable work experience, build critical career skills, and access a professional environment in one of the world’s leading FMCG companies.
This 12-month youth employment programme is part of the government’s Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, aimed at tackling youth unemployment by providing paid work experience and real on-the-job training.
Why Join the Unilever YES Learnership 2025 Programme?
The Unilever YES Programme is designed to equip participants with hands-on experience across various business functions. You’ll be placed in a dynamic, professional setting that promotes growth, mentorship, and skills development—an essential first step into the world of work.
This isn’t just a job; it’s a launchpad for your career.
Key Responsibilities
As a YES learner at Unilever, you’ll be assigned to one of the following business units, where you’ll support daily operations and gain practical, career-boosting experience:
- Customer Development (CD): Work with major retail partners like supermarkets to ensure smooth product delivery, sales execution, and strong customer relationships.
- Culinary: Assist in preparing product samples, coordinating demo events, and supporting chefs with webinar content and cooking tutorial videos.
- Marketing: Support brand building, consumer engagement campaigns, and contribute to marketing strategies to grow Unilever’s brand presence.
- Supply Chain: Gain insights into logistics, manufacturing, sourcing, and the overall journey from factory to shelf.
- Human Resources (HR): Participate in talent management, employee engagement initiatives, and HR systems that support organizational success.
- Finance: Help with budgeting, financial planning, compliance, and performance tracking.
- Information Technology (IT): Support digital tools, systems, and innovations that enhance Unilever’s operations.
- Mechanical Engineering: Be part of engineering projects and gain exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing processes and equipment.
- Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE): Assist in implementing SHE systems and promoting a safe working environment by supporting safety compliance initiatives.
- Communications: Work on internal and external communication strategies, media releases, and public relations.
- Learning & Rewards: Contribute to employee training programs, learning platforms, and reward/compensation strategy development.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Unilever YES Learnership 2025, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be a South African citizen aged 18–34 years
- Currently unemployed and not studying full-time
- Have a completed Matric (Grade 12)
- Tertiary education or qualifications are an advantage
- Less than 2 years of work experience
- Must not have previously completed a YES Programme
- Commit to the full 12-month learnership
- Possess a strong academic track record
- Good computer literacy
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt
- A positive, can-do attitude
Duration and Commitment
The YES Learnership is a 12-month programme, during which you will receive a stipend, structured work experience, and mentorship that can help launch your career in the corporate world.
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Why Choose Unilever YES Learnerships?
Unilever is one of South Africa’s top employers, known for its inclusive, innovative, and purpose-driven work culture. By joining the YES Learnership 2025, you’re not just getting experience—you’re gaining access to a global network and a future full of possibilities.
How to Apply
Click here to apply online for the Unilever Yes Learnerships programme 2025
