Santam Learnership Programme 2026 – Nationwide Opportunity for Unemployed Youth
Santam has officially opened applications for its 2026 Learnership Programme, offering unemployed young South Africans an opportunity to gain valuable work experience, industry training, and a nationally recognised qualification in the financial services sector.
This nationwide programme is ideal for recent Matric graduates who want to enter the working world while learning practical skills and earning a monthly stipend. The learnership combines classroom-based learning with real workplace exposure, helping learners build a strong foundation for future employment in the insurance industry.
About Santam
Santam is one of South Africa’s leading general insurance companies and forms part of the Sanlam Group. The company has built a strong reputation within the financial services sector and currently serves more than one million policyholders across Southern Africa.
Santam Learnership Programme Overview
The Santam Learnership Programme is an entry-level skills development initiative created to help young people gain practical workplace experience while studying toward an accredited qualification.
The programme focuses on developing talent within the financial and insurance sector by combining structured training with workplace exposure.
Programme Details
- Company: Santam
- Programme Type: Learnership
- Location: Nationwide, South Africa
- Duration: 12 Months
- Start Date: 1 September 2026
What Learners Will Receive
The Santam Learnership Programme offers several benefits that can help young people start building a long-term career.
Benefits Include:
- Accredited NQF Level 4 qualification
- Monthly stipend during the programme
- Real workplace experience
- Exposure to the insurance and financial services industry
- Opportunity to prepare for FSCA regulatory exams (RE5)
- Professional development and career-building support
Learning Areas May Include
- Customer service and client support
- Insurance fundamentals
- Business communication
- Claims administration
- Compliance and regulations
- Professional workplace conduct
- Problem-solving and teamwork
- Data capturing and office administration
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be between 18 and 28 years old
- Be unemployed
- Have a Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- Have at least 50% for English and a second language
- Have at least 40% for Mathematics OR 60% for Mathematical Literacy
- Have less than one year of work experience
- Not currently be studying at another institution
- Not previously have completed a Short-Term Insurance Learnership through INSETA
Who Cannot Apply?
Santam has stated that the following applicants will not qualify:
Candidates with post-matric qualifications such as diplomas or degrees
Individuals currently studying toward higher qualifications
Applicants with more than one year of work experience
Skills and Qualities Santam Looks For
Successful learners are usually individuals who demonstrate:
- Good communication skills
- Professional behaviour
- Willingness to learn
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork abilities
- Attention to detail
- Customer service orientation
- Commitment and reliability
Career Opportunities After the Programme
Completing a learnership in the insurance and financial services sector may open doors to future career opportunities such as:
- Claims Administrator
- Customer Service Consultant
- Insurance Administrator
- Client Service Agent
- Underwriting Assistant
- Sales Support Consultant
- Call Centre Consultant
How To Apply
APPLY HERE FOR SANTAM LEARNERSHIP 2026
The Santam Learnership Programme 2026 is an excellent opportunity for unemployed youth looking to gain work experience, industry exposure, and recognised qualifications within South Africa’s growing financial services industry.
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Learners will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical workplace experience, improving their chances of future employment and career growth
Please Note
If you are a young South African looking to start a career in insurance or financial services, the Santam Learnership Programme 2026 could be the perfect opportunity to build valuable skills and workplace experience.