GIBB is inviting applications for its 2025/2026 Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme in Cape Town, offering young South Africans an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience and develop their professional skills. This initiative is aimed at addressing youth unemployment by providing a platform for candidates to acquire practical knowledge, earn a salary, and improve their employability prospects. Applications close on 31 August 2025, and all eligible candidates, including those living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Candidates with disabilities should clearly indicate their disability status in their application.

GIBB is a proudly 73.06% black-owned multidisciplinary engineering company with a rich history dating back to 1956. For nearly seven decades, the organisation has been a leader in infrastructure planning, design, and delivery in South Africa. GIBB’s expertise extends across various sectors including urban and rural planning, environmental solutions, and architectural services through its subsidiary, SVA International. With a strong commitment to empowerment, social investment, and the development of industry skills, GIBB continues to play a significant role in shaping the African infrastructure landscape. As part of its social responsibility, the company supports the YES Programme as a means to create an inclusive economy and change lives for the better.

The YES Programme is a collaborative effort between businesses and the government to tackle youth unemployment by providing opportunities for young people to gain meaningful work experience. Participants will work on a 12-month fixed-term contract, gaining exposure to real industry challenges, enhancing their technical abilities, and building a solid foundation for future employment.

For the Cape Town office, GIBB has three YES Student positions available. Two students will be placed in the Transportation business unit, requiring a minimum qualification of a National Diploma in Civil Engineering. The third student will be placed in the Structures business unit and must hold a National Diploma in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering.

To be considered for the programme, applicants must meet the following requirements: be South African citizens born in the country, aged between 18 and 35, unemployed, and available for the full 12-month contract. Applicants must not have previously benefited from the YES Programme, must be PC literate, eager to learn new skills relevant to their field, and demonstrate responsibility and honesty.

Applications must include an updated CV, certified copies of qualifications, and a certified copy of the applicant’s ID. Only candidates who submit all the required documents will be considered for the selection process. Successful applicants will be based at GIBB’s Cape Town office, where they will be mentored and guided by experienced professionals in the field.

This is a unique opportunity for young graduates in Civil Engineering to kick-start their careers with one of South Africa’s leading engineering companies. By joining GIBB’s YES Programme, candidates will not only gain valuable technical and workplace skills but also contribute to the development of infrastructure that impacts communities and supports economic growth. Interested individuals who meet the criteria are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date to take advantage of this life-changing opportunity.

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