Pick n Pay Learnership Programme – Now Open for Applications
Are you a passionate, motivated individual eager to begin a career in retail and fashion? Do you have a creative eye, a love for visual storytelling, and a drive to grow your skills in one of South Africa’s leading retail environments? If so, Pick n Pay invites you to apply for an exciting Learnership opportunity designed to provide hands-on experience and industry-recognised training in the world of fashion retail.
Pick n Pay is proud to offer a 12-month Learnership programme through PnP Clothing, with opportunities currently available in both Johannesburg and Cape Town. This comprehensive programme is tailored to equip young South Africans with practical skills in visual merchandising and retail operations, while offering valuable exposure to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment.
This is more than just a job—it’s a professional learning journey. Through this programme, selected candidates will gain meaningful work experience, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and accredited training that could open doors to a long-term career in the retail and fashion industry.
Programme Overview
The Learnership is structured to run over a 12-month period and includes both in-store training and theoretical classroom learning. Participants will be placed at PnP Clothing locations in either Johannesburg or Cape Town and will receive a monthly stipend of R3,000 to support them throughout the duration of the programme.
What You Can Expect to Gain:
- Practical, hands-on experience in a retail environment
- Nationally accredited training in visual merchandising and retail operations
- Professional mentorship and guidance from experienced industry leaders
- Skills in planning and executing impactful visual displays
- Insight into customer experience management and sales floor presentation
- Foundational knowledge in stock management and in-store marketing strategies
- The opportunity to explore a career in the retail and fashion sector
What You Will Learn:
Throughout the programme, you will be introduced to key aspects of the retail fashion business. This includes:
- Designing and maintaining visually appealing merchandise displays
- Managing inventory and understanding the flow of stock
- Implementing brand guidelines to enhance customer experience
- Analyzing fashion trends and translating them into in-store designs
- Collaborating with store teams to ensure consistent brand presentation
- Developing customer service techniques and communication skills essential to retail
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for young individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and work in a creative and energetic retail setting. To be considered, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be a South African citizen between the ages of 18 and 35
- Have completed Grade 12 (Matric), with communication and mathematics literacy at NQF Level 2
- Be currently unemployed and not enrolled in any other educational programme
- Be available to complete the full 12-month Learnership, including classroom and in-store sessions
- Have completed any required pre-assessment processes (if applicable)
Personal Attributes and Skills Required:
- A customer-centric mindset and a genuine interest in fashion retail
- Attention to detail and a creative approach to problem-solving
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- A willingness to take initiative and accept accountability
- Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with others
- Basic numeracy and literacy
- A strong desire to learn and develop new skills
No previous work experience is required—only your enthusiasm, commitment, and flair for fashion.
Programme Location:
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Cape Town, Western Cape
Stipend:
R3,000 per month will be paid to each successful applicant for the duration of the Learnership.
Application Deadline:
Friday, 31 October 2025
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the first step toward building a future in retail and fashion, we encourage you to apply online using the links provided below:
Company Offering the Opportunity: Pick n Pay
Programme Category: Internships and Learnerships – 2025
Opportunities Available In: Gauteng and Western Cape
Join Pick n Pay’s Visual Merchandising Learnership and be part of a team that helps bring South African fashion retail to life. Your future in fashion starts here.
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