{"id":1697,"date":"2026-03-27T10:19:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T10:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentcareer.co.za\/?p=1697"},"modified":"2026-04-27T10:26:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T10:26:58","slug":"sportscene-yes-programme-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studentcareer.co.za\/?p=1697","title":{"rendered":"Sportscene YES Programme 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"341\">Are you a young South African looking to enter the job market and gain real work experience? The <strong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"219\">Sportscene YES Programme 2026<\/strong> offers a powerful opportunity to kickstart your career in retail through a structured 12-month work experience programme.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"586\">Backed by the national <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Youth Employment Service<\/span><\/span> initiative, this opportunity allows unemployed youth to gain practical skills, build confidence, and improve their employability in one of South Africa\u2019s leading retail environments.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"591\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"1rvyis4\" data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"633\">What is the Sportscene YES Programme?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"793\">The <strong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"683\">YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme<\/strong> is a government-supported initiative designed to reduce youth unemployment by providing paid work experience.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"932\">Through <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Sportscene<\/span><\/span>, successful applicants will work in a dynamic retail setting, gaining hands-on exposure to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1034\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1nb60k1\" data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"954\">Customer service<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"gmxxkb\" data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"982\">Sales and merchandising<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"qe98oh\" data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1003\">Store operations<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1suyrfj\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1034\">Teamwork and communication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1164\">This programme is ideal for individuals who want <strong data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1115\">their first job experience<\/strong> in a fast-paced and exciting retail environment.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1169\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"kuhe2i\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1192\">Programme Overview<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1444\">\n<li data-section-id=\"7w17uw\" data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1248\"><strong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1208\">Company:<\/strong> <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Sportscene<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zv3onm\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1298\"><strong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1265\">Programme:<\/strong> YES Youth Employment Programme<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1n1vmid\" data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1345\"><strong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1314\">Duration:<\/strong> 12-month fixed-term contract<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kdswky\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1398\"><strong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1361\">Location:<\/strong> Various stores across South Africa<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"mm72vq\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1444\"><strong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1418\">Start Period:<\/strong> April 2026 \u2013 March 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1530\">This is not just a job \u2014 it\u2019s a stepping stone into the retail and fashion industry.<\/p>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"gud7ub\" data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2306\">What You Will Gain<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2415\">Joining the Sportscene YES Programme provides valuable benefits that can help you secure future employment:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2646\">\n<li data-section-id=\"8fqp2u\" data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2456\">Real workplace experience in retail<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"upoo2m\" data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2485\">Monthly income (stipend)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"amq6py\" data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2540\">Improved communication and customer service skills<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"juqrj0\" data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2592\">Exposure to the fashion and streetwear industry<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"12fpu54\" data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2646\">Increased chances of getting permanent employment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2729\">This experience strengthens your CV and prepares you for long-term career growth.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2734\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"t800lb\" data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2779\">Why Choose the Sportscene YES Programme?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2925\">Working with <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Sportscene<\/span><\/span> gives you access to a well-known retail brand that operates in a fast-growing fashion market.<\/p>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1f5p69f\" data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"2946\">Key Advantages:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"3105\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1y4a09j\" data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"2983\">No long-term experience required<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"3v4hxr\" data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3020\">Great for first-time job seekers<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"i864mq\" data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3067\">Builds confidence and workplace discipline<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1bbdajp\" data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3105\">Opportunity to grow within retail<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3206\">If you are passionate about fashion, people, and retail, this programme is a strong starting point.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3211\" \/>\n<h2 data-section-id=\"ehek6h\" data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3244\">Job Roles &amp; Responsibilities<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3297\">As a YES participant, your daily tasks may include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3517\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1cfn2x1\" data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3331\">Assisting customers 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