Want to start a career at South Africa’s major airports ? The Airports Company South Africa learnerships are opening now, giving you a chance to earn a qualification while you work.
What the learnerships cover
ACSA offers four learnership pathways: Customer Care, Business Administration, Fire and Rescue, and Security. Each programme combines classroom learning with hands‑on work at an airport.
Who can apply
- Education: Matric with a valid certificate (Umalusi‑approved).
- Employment status: Both employed and unemployed learners are welcome.
- Additional criteria: Specific programmes may ask for extra qualifications, a clean background check, or previous learnership experience. Read each intake’s details carefully.
- Age and location: No set age limit, but you must be able to work at the intake location announced for that programme.
What you will gain
- Recognised qualification linked to the relevant Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA).
- 12 – 18 months of structured learning and practical experience.
- Skills in customer service, administration, emergency response, or airport security, depending on your chosen pathway.
- Potential for permanent employment after successful completion.
How to apply – step by step
- Visit the official ACSA learnership page: ACSA Learnership and Internship page.
- Check which pathway (Customer Care, Business Administration, Fire and Rescue, Security) is open and note the closing date.
- Read the full intake requirements – look for any extra documents, fitness tests, or security clearances.
- Gather your documents:
- Valid Matric certificate.
- Identity document.
- Proof of residence (if required).
- Any additional certificates mentioned in the specific intake.
- Complete the online application form exactly as instructed. Upload only the documents requested.
- Submit the form before the listed deadline and keep a copy of the confirmation email.
Tips to improve your chances
- Tailor your application to the chosen pathway. Highlight communication skills for Customer Care, organisational abilities for Business Administration, physical fitness for Fire and Rescue, and vigilance for Security.
- Do not send a generic CV to every intake. Each role requires different strengths.
- Check that all contact details are up‑to‑date; ACSA may contact you for interviews or additional paperwork.
- If you have already completed another learnership, read the eligibility notes – some intakes restrict previous learners.
- Plan your transport and accommodation budget ahead of time. Stipends vary by programme and are not fixed.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Choose the pathway that truly matches your strengths, then write a short paragraph in your application explaining why you are a good fit for that specific area.
Final thoughts and next steps
The ACSA learnerships give Matric graduates a clear route into the aviation industry. Whether you prefer dealing with passengers, supporting office operations, responding to emergencies, or protecting airport security, there is a pathway for you.
Remember: Matric is the baseline requirement, but each intake may add its own conditions, stipend amounts, and deadlines. Keep checking the official ACSA page for new openings, prepare your documents, and apply as soon as an intake that suits you is announced.