Graduates of Gert Sibande TVET College who are still waiting to finish the practical part of a Report 191 qualification have a chance to get real‑world experience right now through a FoodBev SETA Work‑Integrated Learning (WIL) programme. The deadline is strict – you must submit before 15:30 on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
What the opportunity is
The FoodBev SETA WIL programme offers paid (stipend not disclosed) placements that turn classroom learning into on‑the‑job training. Placements are available for:
- Business studies – Financial Management and Human Resource Management (18 months)
- Engineering – Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (24 months)
All placements are with organisations located in the Gert Sibande region.
Who can apply
Only graduates from Gert Sibande TVET College who hold N4–N6 qualifications in one of the four fields listed above are eligible. You must also meet the following conditions:
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Be currently unemployed
- Not be studying during the placement period
- Not be enrolled in another training programme
- Have never completed a SETA‑funded WIL placement before
- Provide a valid South African ID copy (certified within the last six months)
What you will gain
The placement will help you:
- Develop technical skills specific to your field
- Improve workplace communication and professional conduct
- Build a network with industry contacts
- Strengthen your CV for future job applications
Note that the programme provides temporary training, not a permanent contract.
How to apply – step by step
- Update your curriculum vitae. Include a working cellphone number.
- Gather the required documents:
- Certified copy of your ID (date not older than 6 months)
- Certified copies of all relevant qualifications (Matric, NCV/NQF Level 2–4, N4–N6 certificates or academic records)
- If you are volunteering, a current stamped confirmation letter from the host organisation
- Open each file to confirm it is readable.
- Email everything to jobplacement.int2@gscollege.edu.za. Use the subject line exactly as shown:
FoodBev SETA WIL 2026 – Your Full Name – Study Field - Label each attachment clearly, e.g. “Thabo-Mokoena‑Identity‑Document.pdf”.
- Send your email well before the deadline to avoid connectivity issues.
Tips to improve your chances
- Current volunteers get first priority – attach a signed, dated, and stamped confirmation letter.
- Double‑check the certification date on your ID copy; it must be within the last six months.
- Make sure every N4–N6 record relevant to your chosen field is attached.
- Send the email early; a delayed or bounced email will be counted as a late submission.
- Keep your phone switched on after the deadline – the college will contact successful candidates via SMS.
Next steps
If you meet the criteria, gather your documents and submit before the 15:30 deadline on 15 July 2026. After you send your application, watch for a text message from the college. Respond promptly to any interview or induction invitation – ignoring it could disqualify you from future placements.
This WIL programme is a solid bridge between study and work for N4–N6 graduates in finance, HR, electrical or mechanical engineering. Act now, check every attachment, and send your complete file before the cutoff.