ETDP SETA is one of South Africa's 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities. A SETA is usually not the employer: it funds and accredits learnerships, internships and apprenticeships hosted at companies in its sector. Listings below include ETDP SETA's own posts and ETDP SETA-funded programmes at host employers.
Learnership vs Internship vs Apprenticeship vs Bursary: Which Is Right for You?
Our archive has 364 ETDP SETA adverts in it, the earliest from June 2026 and the latest from September 2026.
33 of the 364 are still open; the other 331 have closed.
The mix is broad: 172 permanent posts, 78 internships, 70 contract posts, 24 learnerships, 14 bursaries, 5 apprenticeships and 1 general worker post.
The recruiting is spread across 10 places — Gauteng (160), nationwide postings (86), Western Cape (41), KwaZulu-Natal (18), Eastern Cape (15), Free State (13), Northern Cape (10), Mpumalanga (8), Limpopo (7) and North West (6).
The most recent of the 364 landed today.
Qualifications asked for run from no formal qualification to a postgraduate qualification, with a degree at NQF 7 commonest at 117 of the 364.
Half of the 279 adverts that gave both dates allowed 12 days or less between advert and deadline.
Worked out by SetaJobs from the 364 ETDP SETA adverts we hold, including programmes it funds at host employers — 33 open, 331 closed.
Vaal University Of Technology (VUT)
The Vaal University Of Technology (VUT) is looking for a dedicated System Analyst to join its IT Services Department within the Resources &…
Degree (NQF 7)
PermanentUniversity Of Western Cape (UWC)
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant and dynamic institution, committed to responding critically and creatively to South Africa's…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
ContractUniversity Of The Free State (UFS)
This role is integral to supporting language policy implementation and fostering collaboration across UFS faculties, departments, and with external…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
ContractRhodes University, located in Makhanda, Eastern Cape, is seeking dedicated academic professionals to join its School of Languages and Literatures.…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
ContractMangosuthu University Of Technology
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Head of Department (P5) within its Faculty of…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
ContractGauteng Department of Education
The Provincial Government of Gauteng, through its Department of Education, is inviting applications for Examinations Assistants and Quality Assurers.…
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
PermanentUniversity Of Pretoria (UP)
The University of Pretoria (UP) invites applications for an Enterprises and Fundraising Specialist position based at TuksSport Central. This is a…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
ContractUniversity Of Western Cape (UWC)
The University of the Western Cape (UWC) Library invites applications for the vital role of Librarian: Special & Digital Collections, with a specific…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
BursaryUniversity Of The Free State (UFS)
The University of the Free State (UFS) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship within its Department of Mathematical Statistics…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
Permanent
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) – Academic Positions
The successful candidate will be appointed to a permanent academic position as either a Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, or Lecturer.…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
PermanentSefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) – Support Positions
This opportunity is for a Grants Administrative Officer on a 2-year fixed-term contract. The role involves the administration of grants between the…
Degree (NQF 7)
ContractRhodes University
The role encompasses the core responsibilities of an academic, focusing on the dissemination of knowledge through teaching and learning, the creation…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
PermanentDurban University Of Technology (DUT)
With over 34,400 students and approximately 1,700 staff members, the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is a leading university of technology,…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
PermanentSouth African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI)
This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the upkeep and development of the garden's infrastructure. The successful candidate will…
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
PermanentThe University of South Africa (Unisa), Africa’s largest open distance learning institution, is open for applications for the 2027 academic year.…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
InternshipWaterberg Tvet College
Waterberg TVET College is inviting nominations from the public for an individual to serve on its Council. This important position contributes to the…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
PermanentThese internships offer hands-on experience within Takealot's fast-paced e-commerce environment. Graduates will have the chance to apply their…
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
InternshipTshwane University Of Technology (TUT)
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is seeking a highly accomplished manager and strategic leader to fill the vital role of Deputy…
Postgraduate (NQF 8+)
Bursary
Tiso Foundation
The Tiso Foundation invites South African students to apply for its comprehensive bursary programme for the 2027 academic year. This initiative is…
Degree (NQF 7)
BursarySuccessful applicants will be immersed in the Long/Short-Term Insurance business environment, developing essential skills and knowledge. This is an…
Grade 12 / Matric
LearnershipMedia24, South Africa's largest media brand, is inviting applications for its 12-month Technology and AI Graduate Programme. This exciting…
Degree (NQF 7)
Internship
South African Board For Sheriffs
This is a 6-month contract position based in Midrand, Gauteng. The successful candidate will be vital in ensuring that all complaints are managed…
Degree (NQF 7)
Contract
Airports Company South Africa Limited (ACSA)
As a Fire Fighter 1, you will report to the Supervisor: Fire and Rescue and play a crucial part in emergency response and prevention. This…
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
PermanentUnilever is recruiting for a full-time Shift Coordinator to join their Supply Chain team in Boksburg, Gauteng. This role is crucial for coordinating…
Diploma (NQF 6)
Contract
Ingersoll Rand
Ingersoll Rand invites applications for its 12-month Learnership Programme. This opportunity is designed to provide unemployed South African citizens…
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
LearnershipEmirates is offering exciting Cabin Crew opportunities for individuals looking for an international career in aviation and hospitality. This role…
Grade 12 / Matric
Permanent
Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy at Level 5, together with
Rand Water is offering a Public Service Administrator Learnership for 2026, open to unemployed South African youth. This NQF Level 5 opportunity is…
Degree (NQF 7)
LearnershipTomorrow Trust
The Tomorrow Trust invites students to apply for its bursary programme for the 2027 academic year. This initiative is designed to provide…
Degree (NQF 7)
BursarySouth African Government
The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has three (3) Porter vacancies available. This opportunity is part of the Department's Employment…
Grade 12 / Matric
PermanentSouth African Employer
PepsiCo invites South African students to apply for an exciting Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Learnership in Research & Development (R&D), focusing…
Degree (NQF 7)
LearnershipInvestec
Are you a bright, ambitious South African student dreaming of a university education but facing financial hurdles? Investec, a leading international…
Degree (NQF 7)
BursaryUniversity of Pretoria
The University of Pretoria offers a research-administration internship for graduates, supporting research offices with grants, ethics and reporting…
R7 000 – R9 000 / month
InternshipThe ETDP SETA funds an Early Childhood Development (ECD) practitioner learnership in Limpopo, developing youth to deliver quality early learning in…
R4 000 – R4 800 / month
LearnershipApply safely: ETDP SETA never charges application fees — anyone asking for money to "secure" a post is running a scam. Check our guide on how to spot job and learnership scams before you share personal documents.
