Discovery 2026 Insurance Learnerships: Gain Skills & Qualifications

Unlock your insurance career with Discovery's 2026 Learnerships! Gain qualifications and experience in Sandton or Port Elizabeth. Apply now!

Published 27 August 2026
Closing Date 8 October 2026
Opportunity

Discover a transformative learning opportunity with Discovery’s Insurance Learnership Programme for 2026/2027. This programme offers unemployed South African youth the chance to gain a nationally recognized qualification and practical experience in the insurance industry.

About the Opportunity
Join Discovery’s Short-Term and Long-Term Insurance Learnerships to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of insurance. These programmes are designed to equip you with essential skills and knowledge, providing a solid foundation for a future career in insurance.

Closing Date
The application deadline is not specified. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly while positions are available.

Key Responsibilities
Participants will engage in structured learning and gain exposure to the insurance industry, working towards a national qualification.

Requirements/Qualifications
– Grade 12 with specific subject requirements: Mathematics (Level 4/50%), English (Level 4/50%), Mathematical Literacy (Level 5/60%), and a second language (Level 4/50%).
– Must be a South African citizen by birth.
– Must be unemployed and not engaged in any post-Matric studies.
– No formal work experience or previous learnership completion.

Benefits
– Structured learning experience.
– Progress towards a nationally registered qualification.
– Practical workplace experience.
– Exposure to either Long-Term or Short-Term Insurance environments.

Locations
– Short-Term Insurance Learnership: Sandton, Gauteng.
– Long-Term Insurance Learnership: Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.

Not sure if this is the right fit? See our guide to how learnerships work in South Africa for a full breakdown of stipends, eligibility, and the application process.

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