Applying for Internships – All you need to know What is an Internship? An internship is a work opportunity that is offered by organizations to individuals wanting to gain work experience before permanent employment – these positions can be paid (usually a small stipend) or unpaid. Often, people may engage in internship opportunities to gain an understanding… Read More »
All about Graduate Programmes and where to apply for them Graduate Programmes are a set of academic activities and schedules aimed at university and college graduates. Graduate training programmes are not a replacement for higher education, but rather, an opportunity to enhance the skills individuals have already obtained. Graduate programmes are open to many individuals, with some… Read More »
Getting a job after Matric – Jobs that don’t require qualifications Once you have passed Matric, you will then need to take the necessary steps to establish your future. Whilst some careers require further education (through universities and colleges) you might find yourself unable to venture into tertiary studies for any of the following reasons: You didn’t… Read More »
Receiving a bursary comes with the responsibility of being financially savvy and making sure your funds are only spent on essential student-related expenses. Read our tips to make sure you handle your bursary funds appropriately.
Matric final exams are coming up in October 2023, and students across the country are preparing. Read our tips on how to make sure you finish your exams on time
How to write a Cover Letter for Job Applications When you submit your CV for a job, your cover letter will be the first thing that the recruiter sees. As such, it is vital that you write a unique cover letter for each job that you apply to. Whilst a CV is a tool used to showcase… Read More »
MQA Bursary South Africa 2024 (Employed Applicants) ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – MINING QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (MQA) The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) was established under the Mine Health and Safety Act No.29 of 1996. It is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) which is responsible for driving transformation in the South African mining and minerals sector, by… Read More »
Royal Bafokeng Platinum Bursary South Africa 2024 ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – ROYAL BAFOKENG PLATINUM Royal Bafokeng Platinum Ltd (RBPlat) was formed due to a joint venture between Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) and Anglo American Platinum, known as the Bafokeng Rasimone Platinum Mine Joint Venture (BRPM JV). However, the history of the company dates back to the… Read More »
Deciding to further your studies is a great decision but you may be confused about the qualifications available to you. Read about the different type of qualifications you can study towards here.
Job Shadowing in High School When students reach the senior grades of high school, they may often be faced with questions such as “what do I want to study, what career do I want?” etc. To help answer these questions, it is advisable that students consider job shadowing – in fact, in some schools, job shadowing is… Read More »
Learnerships – Information and Opportunities Available A learnership is a programme whereby an individual can acquire various skills which leads them to obtain an occupational qualification, registered with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). Learnerships are often catered to a specific occupation/ line of work and consists of classroom-based learning at a training centre/ college and workplace placement… Read More »
Preparing for a Job Interview Picture it: you have submitted your CV and got a call from your potential employer to attend a job interview. It is completely normal to be nervous before an interview, as you are meeting people that you want to impress. Often, job interviews take place in a new environment where you will… Read More »
How to write a CV for Job Applications What is a CV? When applying for a job, 99% of the time a recruiter will ask you to submit your Curriculum Vitae (also known as a “CV”). A CV is a written description about your achievements, qualifications, work experience, and where you went to school. It allows your… Read More »
Career Guidance – Getting a Job and Life After University This page aims to help graduates and students after they have completed their university studies. Below you will find guidance on topics like “How to write a CV”, “How to write a Cover Letter”, “How to prepare for a Job Interview”, “How to find Internships” and more.… Read More »
Jurumani Solutions and Tangent Solutions Bursary South Africa 2024 ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – JURUMANI SOLUTIONS AND TANGENT SOLUTIONS Jurumani Solutions has partnered with a number of South African telecommunications companies, helping them find better ways to serve their customers, establish and operate network services, and foster a sustainable path towards growth. Jurumani prides itself on its… Read More »