The Foschini Group (TFG) invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the YES Programme Intake 2026.
Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified
Programme Location: All Provinces, South Africa
Programme Overview
The TFG YES Programme 2026 is part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, designed to help young people gain their first workplace experience in the retail sector.
- Programme Name: TFG YES Programme
- Duration: 12 Months
- Start Period: April 2026 – March 2027
- Employment Type: Fixed-term contract
- Sector: Retail
This programme is ideal for youth who have never worked before and want to build a strong foundation for future employment.
Who Should Apply?
You should apply if you:
- Recently completed Matric
- Have no work experience
- Want to enter the job market
- Are interested in retail or customer service
- Want to build your CV and confidence
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be between 18 – 28 years old
- Preferably have Matric
- Be unemployed
- Not have participated in a YES Programme before
- Not be studying full-time during the programme period
- Not have permanent work experience exceeding 12 months
- Be willing to work in a retail environment
- Be responsible for own transport and accommodation
Programme Locations
This opportunity is available nationwide, including:
- Gauteng
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Western Cape
- Eastern Cape
- Free State
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- North West
- Northern Cape
Placement depends on store availability near your area.
What You Will Learn
Participants will gain practical experience in:
Customer Service
- Assisting customers
- Handling queries
- Providing excellent service
Retail Operations
- Stock handling
- Merchandising
- Store organisation
Workplace Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Professional behaviour
Benefits of the Programme
- 12 months of real workplace experience
- Exposure to a leading retail company
- Improved chances of employment
- Stronger CV and references
- Development of essential job skills
Documents Required
Prepare the following before applying:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Matric certificate (if available)
- Proof of residence (if required)
How to Apply
Click here to apply for The Foschini Group (TFG) YES Programme 2026
Important Notes
- This programme does not guarantee permanent employment
- Preference will be given to designated groups
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Why You Should Apply
- Get your first job experience
- Work with a top retail brand in South Africa
- Build skills that employers are looking for
- Improve your chances of long-term employment