Pick n Pay Jobs & Learnerships 2026 – Grade 12, No Experience & Retail Opportunities | Apply Online
Pick n Pay has several jobs, learnerships and skills development opportunities available for job seekers in South Africa. The latest opportunities include retail positions, a clothing learnership, the MasterCut Apprentice to Artisan Programme and a paid UIF Skills Programme.
Some of these opportunities are suitable for young people with Grade 12 and no previous work experience, while the Sales Associate and Clothing Floor Salesperson positions require previous retail or sales experience.
There are currently five Pick n Pay opportunities listed below. Read each job carefully and select the opportunity that best matches your qualifications and experience.
Pick n Pay Opportunities at a Glance
- 🎓 Pick n Pay Clothing Learnership – Grade 12, no experience needed, R3,000 stipend.
- 🛒 Pick n Pay UIF Skills Programme – Grade 12, no experience required, R2,000 monthly stipend.
- 🥩 Blockman MasterCut Programme – Unemployed youth aged 18–34, apprentice-to-artisan pathway.
- 👕 Clothing Floor Salesperson – Matric plus 1+ year clothing retail experience.
- 🤝 Sales Associate – Grade 12 plus 2–3 years of sales experience.
1. Pick n Pay Clothing Learnership 2026
Pick n Pay Clothing is offering a 12-month Wholesale & Retail Operations Learnership (NQF Level 3) for young South Africans interested in fashion, visual merchandising and retail.
| Qualification | Grade 12 |
| Experience | No Previous Experience Needed |
| Age | 18–35 Years |
| Location | City of Cape Town |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Stipend | R3,000 |
Participants will receive practical retail experience, accredited training, visual merchandising exposure, mentorship and experience in stock management and customer service.
Applicants must currently be unemployed and not studying and must be available for both classroom and practical in-store training.
VIEW LEARNERSHIP & APPLY2. Pick n Pay UIF Skills Programme 2026
The Pick n Pay UIF Skills Programme provides an opportunity for young job seekers to gain workplace exposure and develop practical skills in the retail environment.
| Qualification | Grade 12 |
| Experience | No Experience Required |
| Stipend | R2,000 Per Month |
This opportunity may be particularly useful for applicants who have completed Grade 12 but have struggled to gain their first formal workplace experience.
VIEW PROGRAMME & APPLY3. Pick n Pay Blockman MasterCut Programme 2026
Pick n Pay is looking for unemployed young people to join its MasterCut Apprentice to Artisan Programme.
The programme provides hands-on practical experience for participants interested in learning professional butchery skills and developing a practical trade.
| Target Group | Unemployed Youth |
| Age | 18–34 Years |
| Career Pathway | MasterCut Apprentice to Artisan |
Participants will start developing practical skills in:
- Meat cutting, trimming and portioning.
- Packaging and product presentation.
- Food hygiene and workplace safety.
- Butchery operations.
- Stock handling.
- Customer service.
Pick n Pay also states that participants can receive certification at different levels of the MasterCut Programme.
VIEW MASTERCUT PROGRAMME4. Pick n Pay Clothing Floor Salesperson
Pick n Pay is recruiting Floor Salesperson – Clothing candidates for opportunities in KwaZulu and the Western Cape.
| Qualification | Matric or Relevant Tertiary Qualification |
| Experience | 1+ Year Clothing Retail Experience |
| Locations | KwaZulu & Western Cape |
Key duties include:
- Assisting customers on the sales floor.
- Maximising sales and contributing towards store targets.
- Maintaining merchandise and display standards.
- Handling stock correctly.
- Checking product quality and pricing.
- Performing sales-related duties.
- Accurate and efficient till operations.
- Maintaining hygiene and housekeeping standards.
5. Pick n Pay Sales Associate – Brackenfell
Pick n Pay is also recruiting a full-time Sales Associate in Brackenfell, Western Cape.
| Qualification | Matric / Grade 12 |
| Experience | 2–3 Years Sales Experience |
| Location | Brackenfell, Western Cape |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Closing Date | 30 September 2026 |
The Sales Associate will assist customers, provide product information, identify sales opportunities and contribute towards departmental sales targets.
The position also involves customer service, product knowledge, sales administration and resolving customer concerns.
VIEW SALES ASSOCIATE JOBWhich Pick n Pay Opportunity Matches Your Experience?
The five opportunities have different requirements, so applicants should not submit applications without first checking which programme or position matches their circumstances.
| Opportunity | Qualification | Experience | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clothing Learnership | Grade 12 | No experience needed | Unemployed youth interested in fashion and retail |
| UIF Skills Programme | Grade 12 | No experience required | First-time job seekers seeking workplace exposure |
| MasterCut Programme | Check full listing | Practical youth programme | Unemployed youth interested in learning butchery |
| Clothing Floor Salesperson | Matric / relevant tertiary qualification | 1+ year clothing retail | Applicants with clothing retail experience |
| Sales Associate | Grade 12 | 2–3 years sales | Experienced sales applicants |
Tips Before Applying for Pick n Pay Jobs
- Read the full requirements for the specific opportunity you want to apply for.
- Do not apply based only on the headline.
- Update your CV before submitting an application.
- Make sure your cellphone number and email address are correct.
- Clearly show your Grade 12 or other relevant qualifications on your CV.
- If experience is required, clearly list your relevant work history.
- Do not invent work experience for programmes that do not require it.
- Submit accurate information on the online application form.
- Keep checking your email and missed calls after applying.
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VIEW LATEST VACANCIESImportant Notice for Job Seekers
Each Pick n Pay opportunity has different eligibility requirements. Read the full vacancy information before applying and only provide accurate information in your application.
Never pay an individual who claims they can guarantee you a Pick n Pay job, learnership or training opportunity. Applicants should use legitimate recruitment channels and should never provide passwords, PINs or sensitive banking credentials as part of a normal job application.