2026 YES Programme Now Open: Build Your Career with NMI

ByRainbow Time

NMI invites ambitious young South Africans to apply for the 2026 YES Programme, a dynamic initiative designed to empower graduates with practical work experience. The programme offers opportunities across several fields, including Information Technology, Sales and Digital Marketing, Customer Service, Finance, Administration, Operations, and Finance & Insurance. A technical pathway is also available for individuals passionate about motor mechanics, particularly those with Grade 12 (pure Maths and Physical Science), a technical matric, or an N2 qualification with motor or diesel trade theory.

Position: YES Programme 2026

Duration: 01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027 (12 months)

Locations:

  • Free State: Bloemfontein, Harrismith
  • Gauteng: Johannesburg, Pretoria
  • KwaZulu-Natal: Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Shelly Beach, Pinetown, Umhlanga
  • Mpumalanga: Middelburg, Witbank, Mbombela
  • Northern Cape: Kuruman, Postmasburg
  • Western Cape: Cape Town, Bellville, Stellenbosch, Tokai, Century City, Claremont

Closing Date: 31 January 2026

The initiative aims to support unemployed Black South African citizens residing in NMI operational regions, providing a full year of meaningful, hands-on learning from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. Eligible applicants are encouraged to submit their CV, qualifications, and a certified ID copy (not older than three months) to [email protected] or apply via the official website. Applications close on 31 January 2026, and candidates must indicate their preferred department and location when applying.

NMI
Fueling youth empowerment with a dynamic growth program

Graduates
Kickstart Your Career with NMI YES Programme 2026!

NMI is proud to be part of the national YES Programme, helping create over 200,000 opportunities for young South Africans. Now it’s your turn!

We’re opening applications for our 2026 YES intake, giving ambitious graduates the chance to gain hands-on experience and launch their careers in a dynamic, future-focused organisation.

Opportunities available in:
• Information Technology
• Sales & Digital Marketing
• Customer Services
• Finance & Administration
• Operations
• Finance & Insurance

Technical Pathway:
NMI welcomes applicants passionate about motor mechanics. If you hold:
• Grade 12 with pure Maths & Physical Science, or
• Technical matric, or
• N2 Technical qualification (motor/diesel trade theory),
this is your chance to build a career in the automotive sector.

Why join?
Spend a year growing, learning, and doing meaningful work with real impact.

Eligibility:
• Black South African citizens (BBBEE Codes of Good Practice)
• Currently unemployed
• Resident of NMI operational regions
• Not studying full-time during the programme (01 April 2026 – 31 March 2027)
• Not previously part of the YES Programme

Regions include:
Free State: Bloemfontein, Harrismith
Gauteng: Johannesburg, Pretoria
KwaZulu-Natal: Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Shelly Beach, Pinetown, Umhlanga
Mpumalanga: Middelburg, Witbank, Mbombela
Northern Cape: Kuruman, Postmasburg
Western Cape: Cape Town, Bellville, Stellenbosch, Tokai, Century City, Claremont

WILL YOU SAY YES?

Take charge of your future with NMI!
Apply by 31 January 2026

NMI invites eligible young South Africans to participate in the 2026 YES Programme, offering practical exposure in fields such as Information Technology, Sales and Digital Marketing, Customer Service, Finance, Administration, Operations, and Finance & Insurance. A dedicated technical pathway is also available for individuals with a strong interest in motor mechanics and the required academic background, including Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and Physical Science, a technical matric, or an N2 qualification with motor or diesel trade theory.

Applicants must be unemployed Black South African citizens who reside within NMI’s operational regions and are available for full-time participation from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. To be considered, candidates should send a CV, relevant qualifications, and a certified ID copy (not older than three months) to [email protected] or submit an application through the official online portal: nmi.co.za/yes-program . The closing date is 31 January 2026, and applicants are expected to clearly indicate their preferred department and location in the subject line.

Include your preferred department and location in the subject line.