Only 20 spots are open for The Skills Mine Digital Marketing Learnership. If you live in Cape Town and want to start a career in online marketing, this is your chance to get paid while you learn. The programme starts on 15 June 2026, but the listing shows no closing date. This means you should apply today, not tomorrow.
What is this learnership?
This is a 12-month programme run by The Skills Mine. You will study with an Accredited Creative School of Business.
You will not just sit in a classroom. You will work on real projects. You will get mentorship from people who already work in digital marketing.
At the end, you receive a National Certificate. This is a real qualification that employers recognise.
Who can apply?
You must meet every requirement. Do not apply if you do not qualify.
- You must have Matric or an equivalent certificate.
- You must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- You must be a South African citizen with a valid ID.
- You must live in Cape Town or nearby areas.
- You must know how to use computers well.
- You must know Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- You must not have done a funded learnership or internship before.
- You must be ready to start on 15 June 2026 and stay for the full 12 months.
Many young people worry that they need experience. You do not need past job experience. You just need a real interest in digital marketing, social media, and online advertising.
What will you receive?
This is not unpaid volunteer work. You will get a monthly stipend. The exact amount is not stated, but you will receive payment every month.
You will also get:
- Hands-on work experience.
- One-on-one mentorship from industry professionals.
- A National Certificate after you complete the programme.
- Skills that employers want, like digital communication and campaign support.
This certificate helps you apply for jobs in marketing, advertising, content creation, and social media management.
How to apply
Follow these steps carefully.
Step 1: Update your CV. Make sure it shows your Matric certificate, your computer skills, and your Microsoft Office knowledge. Add any social media or creative work you have done, even if it was just for fun.
Step 2: Click this official link to apply: The Skills Mine Digital Marketing Learnership application portal.
Step 3: Complete the online form. Upload your CV. Double-check your contact details.
Step 4: Submit immediately. There is no closing date. When 20 suitable candidates are found, the opportunity may close without warning.
Tips to improve your chances
Competition is high. Twenty spots might sound like many, but hundreds of people will apply.
Here is how to stand out:
- Write a short personal statement at the top of your CV. Say clearly that you want to learn digital marketing and you can commit for 12 months.
- List Microsoft Office skills in a separate section. Do not hide them at the bottom.
- Mention any social media pages you run, even if they are small. This shows real interest.
- Check your spelling and grammar. Mistakes make you look careless.
- Make sure your phone number works. Recruiters will call you.
Many applicants send the same CV for every job. Do not do that. Show that you understand this specific programme is about digital marketing.
What happens next?
If you are selected, you will start on 15 June 2026. You will work and study for 12 months. You will earn while you learn. You will finish with a certificate and real experience.
If you do not get selected this time, do not give up. Keep your CV ready. Other learnerships open every month.
But for now, if you meet the requirements, apply today. Do not wait for the closing date. It might not be announced.
Good luck with your application.