Young South Africans with qualifications in engineering, software development, business administration and architecture can apply for several 2026/2027 YES Programme opportunities at GIBB.
The available placements cover Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Administration and Architecture, with positions in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Gqeberha.
The programme forms part of the Youth Employment Service initiative and is designed to give young people practical workplace experience in fields linked to their qualifications.
Which opportunities are available?
GIBB currently has YES Programme opportunities in:
- Business Administration
- Project Administration
- Mining & Power Mechanical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Architecture through SVA
Civil Engineering positions are available in Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Architecture opportunities are available in Cape Town and Gqeberha.
What can engineering graduates apply for?
Engineering graduates can apply for opportunities in Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.
The Civil Engineering programme requires a BSc or BEng Degree in Civil Engineering, together with Grade 12 Mathematics, Science and English.
Electrical Engineering applicants need a BSc or BEng Degree in Electrical Engineering and the same Grade 12 subjects.
The Mining & Power opportunity requires a BTech or BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
These programmes can give graduates early exposure to professional engineering work, project delivery and the technical environment of an established engineering consultancy.
What does the IT opportunity focus on?
The IT programme is aimed at graduates with a Software Development qualification.
Applicants should have exposure to:
- SQL Server
- C#
- Power BI
- Dashboard development
The mix of software development and business intelligence skills makes this opportunity relevant to graduates interested in application development, databases, reporting and data-driven technology work.
The closing date for the IT opportunity is 31 August 2026.
Which business opportunities are available?
GIBB has YES opportunities in Business Administration and Project Administration.
The Business Admin programme accepts qualifications in fields such as:
- Commerce
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
- Business Management
- Procurement
- Project Management
The Project Administrator opportunity requires a National Diploma in Business Administration, together with strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
Both opportunities close on 30 September 2026.
These roles may suit graduates who want to build experience in business operations, project support, procurement, administration or supply chain work.
What can architecture graduates apply for?
The SVA YES Programme is open to applicants with a qualification in Architecture or Architectural Technology.
Opportunities are available in:
- Cape Town
- Gqeberha
The programme can give graduates practical experience in architectural work and the professional processes that support design and project delivery.
Applications for both architecture opportunities close on 31 August 2026.
Who can apply?
The programme is open to young South Africans who meet the qualification requirements of the specific opportunity.
Applicants should apply for positions that match both their academic background and preferred location.
Young people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and should indicate their disability when completing the application.
Why can the YES Programme be useful?
The programme gives young people a chance to gain workplace experience in the field they studied.
For engineering graduates, that can mean exposure to technical projects and professional teams. IT graduates can build experience with software, databases and business intelligence tools, while business graduates can work in administration, procurement, logistics or project support.
The value comes from adding practical experience to an academic qualification, especially for graduates who have not yet had a chance to work in their field.
How do you apply?
Applications must be submitted through the direct GIBB or SVA recruitment link for the opportunity you want.
Business and administration
- Apply for the GIBB YES Business Admin Programme
- Apply for the GIBB YES Project Administrator Programme
Engineering
- Apply for the Mining & Power Mechanical Engineering Programme
- Apply for Civil Engineering in Durban
- Apply for Civil Engineering in Johannesburg
- Apply for Civil Engineering in Cape Town
- Apply for the Electrical Engineering Programme
Information Technology
Architecture
Choose the application that matches your qualification and preferred location before submitting.
When do applications close?
The closing date depends on the opportunity.
Applications closing on 31 August 2026 are:
- Information Technology
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- SVA Architecture
Applications closing on 30 September 2026 are:
- Business Administration
- Project Administrator
- Mining & Power Mechanical Engineering
Applicants interested in the positions closing on 31 August should submit their applications before the end of the day.
