Schneider Electric has opened applications for its Learnership Programme 2027, a 12-month workplace training opportunity based in Gauteng. The programme is open to South African youth who have completed, or are about to complete, a National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, Project Management, Safety Management or Information Technology. Applications are open now and the position will remain posted until it is filled, so early submission is essential.
About the Schneider Electric Learnership Programme
Schneider Electric is a global industrial technology company operating in more than 100 countries with over 150,000 employees and roughly 40 billion euros in annual revenue. The company specialises in energy management, electrification, automation and digitisation, helping homes, buildings, data centres and industries use energy more efficiently. In South Africa, Schneider Electric plays a significant role in the energy and automation sectors, which makes it a valuable training ground at a time when the country is investing heavily in energy security and digital infrastructure.
The 2027 Learnership Programme is designed to turn a completed qualification into real workplace experience. Learners are placed inside a business unit for 12 months, where they work alongside experienced professionals on live projects, business operations and customer solutions. For young South Africans, a learnership with a multinational of this scale offers exposure that few entry-level opportunities can match.
What You Will Learn
- Day-to-day business operations, systems and processes inside a global technology company
- Project coordination and support on real team projects
- Preparing business documents, reports, presentations and proposals
- Exposure to customer requirements and how business solutions are delivered
- Professional skills in communication, collaboration, time management and problem-solving
- Insight into electrification, automation and digital transformation, key growth industries in South Africa
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Who Can Apply
- You have completed, or are completing, a National Diploma in one of these fields: Electrical Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, Project Management, Safety Management or Information Technology
- You are a recent 2026 graduate or will complete your qualification within the next six months
- You achieved a minimum academic average of 65 percent
- You are eager to learn, proactive and open to new challenges
- You have strong attention to detail and can take ownership of your work
- You can communicate effectively and work well with different people and teams
Required Documents
- Updated CV showing your qualification, academic average and any project experience
- Copy of your South African ID
- Copy of your National Diploma certificate or proof that you will complete it within six months
- Full academic transcript or statement of results
- Any additional documents requested on the online application portal
How to Apply
- Prepare your CV and academic documents in PDF format.
- Go to the official Schneider Electric careers portal.
- Search for the 2027 Learnership Programme (job reference 126219, Gauteng, South Africa).
- Create a candidate profile or log in if you already have one.
- Complete every section of the online application form accurately.
- Upload your documents, review your application and submit.
Submit your application online here: Apply at Schneider Electric. Only online applications are considered.
Closing Date
Schneider Electric has not published a fixed closing date for the Learnership Programme 2027. The position will be posted until filled, so late applicants risk missing out. Apply as soon as possible.
Why This Learnership Matters
South Africa’s youth unemployment remains among the highest in the world, and many graduates struggle to find a first opportunity because employers want experience they have never been given the chance to earn. A structured 12-month learnership at a global company breaks that cycle. It gives you a recognised name on your CV, practical workplace skills and professional references. Schneider Electric also operates at the centre of two of the country’s biggest growth areas, energy and digital transformation, which means the experience you gain here is directly relevant to where South African jobs are being created. Whether you continue at Schneider Electric or move elsewhere, 12 months inside a multinational technology business is a serious career foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need work experience to apply?
No. The programme is designed for recent graduates. You need a completed National Diploma in one of the listed fields, or proof that you will finish within six months, with a 65 percent average.
Where is the learnership based?
The programme is based in Gauteng, South Africa. Learners work on-site within their assigned business unit.
Is there a stipend?
Schneider Electric has not published the stipend amount. The remuneration details are confirmed during the application process.
What happens after the 12 months?
The learnership does not guarantee permanent employment, but learners finish with 12 months of experience at a global technology company, practical business skills and professional references that strengthen future applications.
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