# **Nedbank YES Programme 2025: Kickstart Your Career with Meaningful Work Experience**

 

### **Are You a Young Job Seeker Looking for an Opportunity?**  

Nedbank has partnered with the **Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme** to provide **unemployed South African youth** with valuable **workplace experience**, bridging the gap between education and employment. If you meet the criteria, this could be your stepping stone to a **successful career** in the financial sector and beyond!  

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## **What is the Nedbank YES Programme?**  

The **YES Programme** is a **business-led initiative** in collaboration with the South African government to **tackle youth unemployment**. It provides **12 months of paid work experience**, equipping young people with **practical skills and real-world exposure** to improve their employability.  

This is **not a learnership, internship, or apprenticeship**—it is a structured **work experience programme** designed to give young job seekers an opportunity to **gain relevant industry experience** and increase their chances of securing **permanent employment**.  

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## **Who Can Apply for the Nedbank YES Programme?**  

To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:  

✔ **Age:** Between **18 and 29 years** old.  

✔ **Education:** Must have a **Matric certificate (Grade 12)**.  

✔ **Employment Status:** Currently **unemployed**.  

✔ **Citizenship:** Must be a **South African-born African, Coloured, or Indian citizen**, as per the **BBBEE Act definition of "black people"**.  

✔ **First-Time YES Participant:** You **must not** have participated in any other YES Programme before.  

🚀 **If you meet these requirements, don’t miss out on this life-changing opportunity!**  

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## **Programme Duration & Start Date**  

📅 **Duration:** 12 months (one full year)  

📅 **Start Date:** **1 June 2025**  

This is a structured work experience opportunity that will enhance your career prospects and open doors to future job opportunities.  

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## **How Much Will Nedbank YES Youth Earn?**  

💰 Participants will receive a **monthly stipend**, as per the YES Programme guidelines.  

This stipend is designed to **support basic living costs**, including **food, transport, and daily expenses** while gaining work experience.  

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## **Where Will You Be Based?**  

📍 The work experience will take place at **Nedbank’s various branches, offices, and sites** across South Africa.  

Depending on the role and department, some positions may offer:  

🔹 **On-site work** (physical presence required)  

🔹 **Hybrid work** (a mix of remote and in-office work)  

🔹 **Remote work** (work from home opportunities, if applicable)  

🕒 **Work Schedules:**  

- Most roles will require you to work on **weekdays**, but some may involve shifts that include **weekends and public holidays**.  

- Candidates **must be able to travel** to and from their assigned workplace.  

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## **Why Should You Apply?**  

✅ **Gain real-world work experience** at one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions.  

✅ **Enhance your CV** and improve your employability for future job opportunities.  

✅ **Earn while you learn**, with a structured **12-month programme** designed to give you practical industry knowledge.  

✅ **Network with industry professionals** and build meaningful career connections.  

🎯 This is your chance to **step into the workforce with confidence** and set yourself up for long-term success!  

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## **How to Apply for the Nedbank YES Programme**  

🔗 **Click here to apply now:** [Nedbank YES Programme Application]()  

📌 **Limited spaces available!** Make sure to **apply early** and secure your place in the **2025 Nedbank YES Programme**.  

📢 **Share this opportunity with friends and family who qualify!**  

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