If you’ve got a passion for fashion and want to step into the retail industry, this could be your big break. PnP Clothing is calling on unemployed South African youth to apply for the Wholesale & Retail Operations Learnership Programme for 2025.
Learnership Overview
This 12-month learnership programme is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, and offers hands-on retail training alongside accredited NQF Level 3 learning. Whether you’re interested in visual merchandising, customer engagement, or retail operations, this opportunity is designed to equip you with real-world experience in the retail sector.
Participants will receive a monthly stipend of R3,000 while developing the foundational skills needed for a long-term career in fashion retail.
What the Learnership Offers
As a PnP Clothing learner, you will benefit from:
- A 12-month NQF Level 3 accredited learnership
- In-store practical experience in a dynamic retail environment
- Training in visual merchandising, customer engagement, and retail operations
- Mentorship from seasoned fashion professionals
- Exposure to real-life scenarios in stock management and visual storytelling
- A clear career pathway into fashion and retail
What You Will Learn
This programme focuses on building real-world knowledge in the following key areas:
- Stockroom and inventory management
- Creating trend-driven and impactful visual displays
- Delivering quality customer service
- Understanding store operations and retail performance
- Bringing fashion to life through in-store experiences
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for this learnership, you must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Be a South African citizen aged 18 to 35 years
- Have completed Grade 12 (Matric) with communication and maths literacy at NQF Level 2
- Be currently unemployed and not enrolled in any studies
- Be willing and able to complete the full 12-month programme
- Be available for classroom-based learning and in-store practical training
- Successfully complete a pre-assessment process, if required
Key Attributes and Soft Skills
Ideal candidates should also demonstrate:
- A genuine interest in fashion and retail
- Strong attention to detail
- A customer-first attitude
- Willingness to collaborate, learn, and take accountability
- Basic communication, numeracy, and teamwork skills
Importantly, no previous retail experience is required—just a willingness to learn and a love for fashion.
How to Apply
Ready to kick-start your fashion retail career?
Note: The closing date has not been specified, so it’s best to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
This is more than just a learnership—it’s your opportunity to gain a foothold in one of South Africa’s most exciting retail environments. If you’ve got the energy, passion, and drive, don’t wait—apply today and take the first step into the world of fashion retail with PnP Clothing.