Standard Bank Learnership & Internship 2025
Ready to jump into banking with no experience? Standard Bank’s 2025 fully funded Learnership and Internship Programmes offer South African youth a chance to gain skills, earn a stipend, and work in fields like IT, financial markets, and marketing. With a Grade 12 or degree, you can kickstart your career at Africa’s largest bank. Apply now.
What Are Standard Bank’s Programmes?
Standard Bank, a leading financial institution with operations in 20+ African countries, offers learnerships and internships to empower unemployed youth. These fully funded, 12–24-month programmes combine practical work with training, leading to SAQA-accredited qualifications or hands-on experience in banking, IT, and more.
What You’ll Do
Learnerships (12–24 months):
- Banking: Engage customers, handle sales, and learn banking operations (Rustenburg, Brits, Potchefstroom, Vryburg, Mahikeng)
- IT: Train in IT infrastructure, troubleshooting, and systems (24 months)
- Financial Markets: Dive into trading, analysis, and market operations (12 months)
- Insurance: Work on underwriting, claims, and customer service (12 months)
Internships (12–24 months):
- CIB Marketing: Create campaigns, digital content, and marketing strategies
- Software Engineering: Code, debug, and earn AWS/Azure certifications (24 months)
- Data Analytics: Analyze data for business insights (12 months)
Why Apply?
- Monthly Stipend: ~R6,800–R10,000, depending on programme
- No Experience Needed: Grade 12 for learnerships; degree/diploma for internships
- Qualifications: Earn SAQA-accredited certificates or industry certifications
- Career Path: Many secure permanent roles at Standard Bank
- Inclusivity: Open to youth aged 18–30, with disability-friendly options
Are You Eligible?
Learnerships:
- South African citizen, 18–30 years old
- Grade 12 or relevant post-matric qualification
- Computer literate, not permanently employed
- Not studying or in another learnership
Internships:
- South African citizen, 18–30 years old
- Undergraduate degree/diploma in relevant field (e.g., IT, marketing, data science)
- Computer literate, not permanently employed
- Not studying or in another internship
How to Apply
- Visit Standard Bank’s Careers Portal
- Create a profile with personal and educational details
- Upload:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualifications (Grade 12 or degree/diploma)
- Motivation letter (optional but helpful)
- Complete online aptitude and situational judgment tests
- Attend virtual interviews if shortlisted
- No response within 30 days means you didn’t make it
- Questions? Check www.standardbank.com or email careers@standardbank.co.za
Where’s It Going?
Work in locations like Johannesburg, Rustenburg, or Durban, gaining skills for banking, tech, or analytics roles. Many learners and interns land jobs at Standard Bank or firms like Absa. With banking digitizing in 2025, your skills are future-proof.
Does It Work?
Standard Bank trains thousands yearly, with 50%+ transitioning to permanent roles. Participants praise the stipend, mentorship, and real-world projects, though competition is stiff. It’s a proven launchpad for banking careers.
Apply Now
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