The Foschini Group (TFG) YES Internships 2026

The The Foschini Group (TFG) YES Internships 2026 are now open, offering unemployed South African youth a valuable opportunity to gain real workplace experience in the retail sector. This 12-month programme is part of the national Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, designed to help young people build skills, confidence, and employability.

Internships are available nationwide across all provinces, giving young job seekers the chance to enter one of South Africa’s largest fashion and lifestyle retail groups.

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About the TFG YES Programme

The TFG YES Programme is a government-supported initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment by placing young people in real work environments where they can gain practical experience.

Through this programme, participants will benefit from:

• Hands-on workplace experience
• Exposure to the retail industry
• Structured training and skills development
• Improved employability and future job prospects

Successful candidates will be placed in retail stores and operational environments, allowing them to learn how a large retail business functions from the inside.

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Internship Location and Duration

• Location: South Africa (All Provinces)
• Programme Duration: 12 months fixed-term contract

This nationwide placement ensures opportunities for youth in both urban and rural areas to participate in the programme.

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Who Should Apply?

The TFG YES Internship Programme is ideal for:

• Young people who want to start a career in retail
• First-time job seekers with little or no work experience
• School leavers who want workplace exposure before further studies
• Youth interested in customer service, sales, or store operations

If you are looking to build a professional foundation and gain practical work experience, this programme provides an excellent entry point into the job market.

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Benefits of the TFG YES Internship Programme

Participants in the programme will gain a wide range of benefits that can significantly improve their future employment opportunities.

Key benefits include:

• Real work experience in a retail environment
• Development of customer service and sales skills
• Workplace training and mentorship
• Exposure to a professional business environment
• A stronger and more competitive CV

These benefits help young people transition from education into employment with relevant experience that many employers require.

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Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the TFG YES Internships 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 18 and 28 years old
• Have Grade 12 / Matric (preferred but not always mandatory)
• Be available to commit to a 12-month fixed-term contract
• Must not have been permanently employed by one employer for more than 1 year
• Must not be studying full-time between April 2026 – March 2027
• Must not have previously participated in the YES Programme

Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with employment equity guidelines.

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How to Apply for TFG YES Internships 2026

Interested applicants should apply online using the provincial links below. Apply here online for

Apply here online for YES – Youth Opportunity – Gauteng

Apply here online for  YES – Youth Opportunity – Mpumalanga

 Apply here online for YES – Youth Opportunity – Limpopo

 Apply here online for YES – Youth Opportunity – Free State

 Apply here online for YES – Youth Opportunity – Free State

 Apply here online for YES – Youth Opportunity – Western Cape

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as positions are limited and highly competitive.

Closing date: not specified