YYoung South Africans looking for a way to break into the job market now have a valuable opportunity to gain practical workplace exposure in 2026. The Foschini Group (TFG) YES Programme is inviting unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 28 from all provinces in South Africa to apply for a 12-month retail work experience programme.
Quick Overview
Programme: The Foschini Group (TFG) YES Programme
Contract Duration: 12 months
Location: Nationwide across South Africa
Target Applicants: Unemployed youth aged 18–28
Programme Period: April 2026 – March 2027
About the TFG YES Programme 2026
The purpose of the programme is to provide unemployed youth with valuable retail workplace experience over a 12-month period.
Successful participants will have the opportunity to:
- gain exposure to day-to-day retail operations
- assist customers within a professional environment
- understand workplace standards and expectations
- improve communication and interpersonal skills
- build teamwork and collaboration abilities
- develop discipline, reliability, and responsibility
Although the programme does not promise permanent employment, many YES Programme participants across South Africa have gone on to secure long-term opportunities after completing their placements.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be ideal for you if:
- you recently completed Matric
- you have little or no work experience
- you struggle to secure interviews because of limited experience
- you want exposure within the retail sector
- you want to improve your CV
- you are serious about entering the workforce in 2026
Responsibilities You Will Have
Participants will receive practical exposure within real retail environments.
Customer Service Experience
You may learn how to:
- interact professionally with customers
- assist shoppers effectively
- answer customer questions
- handle basic customer concerns
These communication skills are valuable across many industries.
Retail Operations Exposure
Participants may gain experience in areas such as:
- understanding store layouts
- stock receiving procedures
- merchandising and product displays
- price tagging
- shelf replenishment
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
You must:
- be between 18 and 28 years old
- preferably have Matric
- be available for a fixed-term 12-month contract
- not have worked permanently for a single employer for longer than 12 consecutive months
- not be enrolled in full-time studies between April 2026 and March 2027
- not have previously participated in a YES Programme
- be able to cover your own transport and accommodation costs
- be prepared to work within a retail store environment
Preference will be given to designated groups in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.
Provinces Where the Programme Is Available
The TFG YES Programme is open to applicants across all provinces in South Africa, including:
- Gauteng
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Western Cape
- Eastern Cape
- Free State
- Limpopo
- Mpumalanga
- North West
- Northern Cape
Placements will depend on the availability of participating stores within your area.
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents in advance to improve their chances of selection.
Required documents may include:
- an updated CV
- a certified copy of your ID
- your Matric certificate (if available)
- proof of residence (if requested)
Apply for the TFG YES Programme 2026
APPLY FOR THE FOSCHINI GROUP (TFG) YES PROGRAMME 2026 HERE
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