Career Advice
Practical, South Africa-specific guides to help you find work and grow your career.
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CV Advice
How to Write a CV That Gets Shortlisted in South Africa
A practical, step-by-step guide to writing a clear, honest CV that South African recruiters can scan in under a minute.
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Interview Advice
How to Prepare for a Job Interview: A Practical Checklist
What to research, how to answer common questions, what to bring and how to follow up — for in-person and virtual interviews.
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Government Jobs
How to Apply for Government Jobs in South Africa
Where public service vacancies are published, how to complete the Z83 form and the mistakes that get applications disqualified.
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Learnerships
Learnerships in South Africa: What They Are and How to Apply
How learnerships work, who qualifies, what the stipend covers and how to spot fake learnership adverts.
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Internships
A Graduate’s Guide to Internships in South Africa
How to find a real internship, what to expect from a stipend and how to turn a 12-month programme into a permanent job.
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Job Search
Jobs You Can Get With No Experience in South Africa
Entry-level roles that offer training on the job, plus tips for getting hired when you are just starting out.
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Career Advice
Career Options After Matric: Study, Work or Train?
University, TVET college, learnerships, apprenticeships or work — how to weigh your options after Grade 12.
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Bursaries
How to Find and Apply for Bursaries in South Africa
Types of bursaries, application timelines, documents to prepare and how work-back agreements work.
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