Apply for Retail Sales Learnerships 2026 at MPS
The Retail Sales Learnerships are now open for unemployed South Africans who want to start a rewarding career in retail sales and customer service. MPS (Managed People Solutions) is offering Retail Sales Learnerships in Johannesburg, Gauteng, in partnership with a leading health and wellness retail company. This 12-month programme combines structured learning with practical workplace experience, allowing learners to develop valuable retail skills while earning a nationally recognised qualification. The Retail Sales Learnerships lead to the National Occupational Certificate: Sales Representative (NQF Level 4) and provide practical exposure to customer service, merchandising, sales techniques and retail operations.
Position Details
- Position: Retail Sales Intern
- Company: MPS (Managed People Solutions)
- Job Type: Learnership
- Programme Duration: 12 Months
- Qualification: National Occupational Certificate: Sales Representative (NQF Level 4)
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Industry: Cosmetics / Health and Wellness Retail
- Monthly Stipend: R3,500
- Closing Date: 27 July 2026
Available Locations
Applicants should live close to one of the following areas:
- Eastgate
- Menlyn
- Sandton
- Vaal
- East Rand
- Maponya
- Westgate
- Mall of Africa
- Centurion
- Greenstone
- Wonder Park
- Soshanguve
- The Glen
- Fourways
- Springs
- Irene
- Alberton
- Benoni
- Wonderboom
Requirements
To qualify for the Retail Sales Learnerships, applicants should have:
- Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics and English
- Be unemployed
- Reside close to one of the listed locations
- Be available to complete the full 12-month programme
- Passion for customer service and sales
- Willingness to learn and grow in a retail environment
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Excellent customer service skills
- Sales and communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Adaptability
- Willingness to learn
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver excellent customer service
- Assist customers in selecting suitable health and wellness products
- Build product knowledge and confidently recommend products
- Develop professional sales and communication skills
- Help achieve individual and store sales targets
- Support stock management and merchandising activities
- Maintain a clean, organised and visually appealing store
- Learn retail operations and customer engagement practices
- Work alongside experienced mentors throughout the programme
Why Apply
- Earn a nationally recognised NQF Level 4 qualification
- Receive a monthly stipend of R3,500
- Gain valuable retail sales and customer service experience
- Receive structured training and workplace mentorship
- Improve your employability within the retail industry
- Build a strong foundation for a successful retail career
Important Notes
- Applications close on 27 July 2026
- The learnership runs for 12 months
- Monthly stipend of R3,500 will be paid
- Applicants must be unemployed
- Applicants must reside near one of the listed locations
- Successful learners will receive the National Occupational Certificate: Sales Representative (NQF Level 4) upon successful completion
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