QBurst Software Testing Learnership 2026 offers twelve fully‑funded places for unemployed South Africans aged 18‑29. The 12‑month programme blends a registered NQF Level 6 qualification, live engineering projects, ISTQB/SA‑STQB certification and a monthly stipend. Applications close on 15 July 2026.
What the opportunity is
This is a structured learnership in software testing run by QBurst Technologies SA. It is targeted at graduates who have a National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 6 qualification but are not currently employed.
Who can apply
To be eligible you must:
- Be South African and hold a completed NQF Level 6 degree or diploma.
- Be between 18 and 29 years old.
- Be unemployed when the programme starts and remain available for the full twelve months.
- Commit to the entire learnership period.
- Not be employed by another organisation at the time of application.
Accepted fields of study include IT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering and any closely related discipline. Short courses or unrelated certificates do not meet the requirement.
What you will gain
The learnership provides:
- A recognised NQF Level 6 ICT qualification.
- Formal training in functional testing, test automation, performance testing and security testing.
- Hands‑on experience on live software‑engineering projects.
- Mentoring from QBurst engineers.
- Internationally recognised ISTQB and SA‑STQB testing certificates.
- A monthly stipend (amount not disclosed).
These elements combine theory and practice, giving you both the knowledge and the workplace experience that employers look for.
How to apply – step by step
- Prepare three documents:
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV).
- Certified copy of your South African ID document.
- Copies of your qualification results showing a completed NQF Level 6 programme.
- Write an email to Janine.smith@qburst.com. Use the subject line exactly: Software Testing Learnership.
- In the body of the email, include:
- Your full name.
- Your age.
- Your completed qualification and NQF level.
- Confirmation that you are unemployed.
- Your active phone number.
- Attach the three documents. Name each file clearly (e.g., “CV_YourName.pdf”, “ID_YourName.pdf”, “Results_YourName.pdf”).
- Send the email before the deadline.
Tips to improve your chances
- Use a professional email address that includes your real name.
- Check that all scanned documents are legible and not cut off.
- Proofread your email for spelling and grammar errors.
- Submit early – this gives you time to fix any missing or unreadable attachments.
- Remember that the programme follows Broad‑Based Black Economic Empowerment policy, so Black candidates (African, Coloured, Indian) and persons with disabilities are given preference, but the eligibility criteria remain the same for everyone.
Next steps
If you meet the criteria, start gathering your documents right away. Send a complete, well‑labelled email before 15 July 2026. Keep a copy of the sent email and attachments as proof of submission.
Good luck – taking this step could launch a lasting career in software testing.