Launch Your Career with Schneider Electric – 2026 Learnership Programme

Kickstart your career with Schneider Electric’s 12-month Learnership Programme! Gain hands-on experience, earn a SETA-accredited qualification, and work on sustainable energy projects. Open to graduates in Supply Chain, HR, Marketing, IT, or Electrical Engineering. Paid hybrid opportunity in Gauteng.


Are you ready to power up your future?

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, is offering an exceptional 12-month Learnership Programme designed for ambitious graduates ready to make their mark in the world of sustainable technology and innovation.

Why Choose This Programme?

This isn’t just another internship – it’s a transformational career opportunity. You’ll gain real-world experience across multiple disciplines within our dynamic Business Units, working alongside industry experts who are committed to your professional development. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of energy efficiency and sustainability.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

Comprehensive Learning Experience: Our structured programme combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical application, giving you the skills employers actually want. You’ll earn a SETA-accredited qualification while building your professional portfolio.

Paid Position with Purpose: Receive a competitive stipend while you learn, grow, and contribute to projects that matter. We value your time and dedication to excellence.

Global Exposure, Local Impact: Join a company operating in 100+ countries with 150,000+ employees worldwide. You’ll work on projects that contribute to our €36 billion global revenue while making a tangible difference in South Africa.

Flexible Hybrid Working: Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, designed to support your work-life balance and learning style.

What You’ll Gain

Throughout your 12-month journey, you’ll:

  • Develop professional skills in your chosen field – Supply Chain/Logistics, Human Resources, Marketing, IT, or Electrical Engineering
  • Prepare business documents and proposals for real client projects
  • Master workflow coordination and time management in a fast-paced environment
  • Build confidence through direct client and stakeholder engagement
  • Network with professionals across various departments and disciplines
  • Contribute to projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Who We’re Looking For

Essential Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing undergraduate studies
  • National Diploma (minimum) in Supply Chain/Logistics, Human Resources, Marketing, IT, or Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 50% average across all modules
  • 0-2 years of working experience
  • South African resident eligible for learnership programmes

Your Success Profile:
We’re seeking IMPACT Makers – individuals who embody our core values of Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, and Teamwork. You’re someone who’s passionate about sustainability, eager to learn, adaptable to change, and ready to turn ambition into action.

About Schneider Electric

As the #1 company on the Global 100 World’s Most Sustainable Corporations list, we’re leading the charge in digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our mission is clear: create IMPACT by connecting sustainability ambitions with innovative actions.

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer where diversity isn’t just welcomed – it’s celebrated. We believe our differences make us stronger, and we’re committed to providing equitable opportunities for everyone.

Ready to Make an IMPACT?

Join us at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. This is your opportunity to contribute to a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world while building the foundation for an extraordinary career.

Apply now and power your potential with Schneider Electric!

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to ethics, safety, sustainability, and inclusion in everything we do.

Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Duration: 12 months
Position Type: Hybrid Learnership
Application Deadline: Open until filled


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