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Get Your Career Rolling with Bidvest International Logistics YES Youth Programme 2025/2026
Posted 15 Nov 2025
Bidvest International Logistics (BIL) is offering an amazing opportunity for young South Africans to jumpstart their careers with their YES Youth Learnership Programme for 2025/2026 in KwaZulu-Natal. This programme is all about giving you real-world work experience and solid training in the exciting world of Transport and Logistics – a sector that’s always growing and changing here in South Africa.
This is your chance to get a head start! The programme is designed to help you learn and grow through a structured, hands-on experience. You’ll complete 25 learning modules, blending classroom learning with on-the-job training, all over a 12-month period. Plus, you’ll get guidance and support from experienced professionals as you learn the ropes in a real business setting.
Before diving into the details, it’s important to understand why opportunities like this matter. South Africa’s youth unemployment rate remains one of the highest in the world, making practical workplace exposure a critical stepping stone. Many young people finish matric or tertiary studies with theoretical knowledge but struggle to secure employment due to lack of experience. This makes the YES Programme one of the most impactful initiatives in the country.
The Transport and Logistics sector is especially important for South Africa. From shipping goods, managing supply chains, warehousing, distributing products, and supporting local and international trade, this industry helps fuel the economy. Young people who train in this sector open doors to future employment in freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution centres, customs compliance, inventory management, and more. This learnership could be your first step into a long-term and stable career path.
Bidvest International Logistics is a big player in the global transport and logistics world. They’ve been providing smart supply chain solutions since 1910! Their partnership with EMO Trans means they’re in over 120 countries, offering everything from air and sea freight to warehousing and customs help.
With offices in every major port and airport in South Africa, BIL helps businesses connect both locally and globally. They’re dedicated to giving young people a boost through programmes like YES, showing their commitment to building skills and helping the community.
Expanding on this: BIL is known for reliability, professionalism, and innovation. They play a major role in helping local companies reach international markets while also ensuring imported products flow smoothly into the country. Their large-scale operations give young people who join their programmes the chance to work with advanced technology, real-world logistics systems, and professional teams who manage highly coordinated operations every day.
This structured programme allows participants to gain real workplace exposure in a department where efficiency, attention to detail, and teamwork are key. Warehousing is the backbone of logistics, and learning how to manage stock, prepare orders, and understand the flow of goods prepares you for future opportunities in the logistics chain.
To be considered for the Bidvest International Logistics YES Programme, you need to:
These requirements ensure that the opportunity reaches young people who truly need work exposure. The programme aims to empower individuals from different communities by creating equitable access to training and employment.
During the 12-month programme, you will:
By the end of the year, this portfolio becomes evidence of your learning journey, skills development, and overall growth. This is useful when applying for future jobs because it provides proof of work readiness.
We hope you’ll bring:
These skills not only help you succeed in the programme—they prepare you for long-term career development as well.
Here’s how to throw your hat in the ring for the Bidvest International Logistics YES Youth Learnership Programme 2025/2026:
The Bidvest International Logistics YES Youth Learnership Programme 2025/2026 is a fantastic opportunity for young, unemployed South Africans to launch their careers in logistics – a field that’s vital for trade, industry, and innovation. By joining this initiative, you’ll not only gain valuable experience but also boost your chances of finding a great job in a world that’s more connected than ever.
If you’re ready to take that first step towards a rewarding career in logistics, apply before November 18, 2025, and open the door to a world of possibilities with Bidvest International Logistics!
YES (Youth Employment Service) is a national initiative aimed at helping young South Africans gain real work experience to improve their employability.
No. This programme is designed for youth who have never had formal employment.
YES programmes usually offer a stipend. The exact amount depends on the host company.
Yes, but you cannot have participated in a YES Programme before.
You receive a certificate of completion and a portfolio of evidence, which improves your chances of securing future employment.
This specific listing is for KZN, but Bidvest often posts opportunities in other provinces.
Yes. You should never pay anyone to apply for a YES position.
You’ll need to wait for the next intake, so it’s best to apply before November 18, 2025.
