Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd is proud to collaborate with the South African Government on the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme, an initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment by providing young South Africans with valuable workplace experience. This 12-month programme offers unemployed youth the opportunity to gain real-world exposure in various business and technical fields, helping to build a pathway toward long-term employability.
This initiative demonstrates Daimler Truck Southern Africa’s commitment to creating meaningful employment opportunities and contributing positively to South Africa’s future workforce.
Who Can Apply?
We are inviting unemployed youth who meet the following criteria to apply:
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Aged between 18 and 29 years
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Minimum qualification: Grade 12 (Matric)
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Tertiary qualification in relevant fields is advantageous
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Must have a clear criminal record
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English proficiency is required (spoken and written)
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Must be computer literate
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Applicants must not have participated in any YES4Youth programme previously
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No prior work experience is required
Preferred Qualifications / Fields of Study:
While all qualifying youth are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to applicants with academic backgrounds in the following areas:
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Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, Mechatronics
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Human Resource Management
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Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics
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Finance – Financial Management, Applied Mathematics, Accounting, Economics, Taxation
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Information Technology (IT)
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Marketing – Communications, Digital Media, Public Relations
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Legal – Including newly admitted attorneys
Why Join the YES Programme?
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Gain hands-on workplace experience at a world-class commercial vehicle manufacturer
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Develop professional skills in your chosen field
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Improve your employment prospects and contribute to your community
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Be part of a transformative national youth development initiative