I&J YES4Youth Work Experience Programme 2026 in Cape Town

Are you a young South African looking for real work experience in a top seafood company? AVI Limited, through its division I&J, offers the YES4Youth Work Experience Programme 2026. This 12-month opportunity in Cape Town helps unemployed youth aged 18 to 34 gain skills in manufacturing and seafood processing.

About the I&J YES4Youth Programme

I&J has over 115 years in the fishing and seafood industry. The company makes premium products like Cape Hake and farmed Abalone. It focuses on sustainability with MSC-accredited fishing practices.

This programme is not a learnership. It provides structured work experience at various I&J sites in Cape Town. Applications close on 30 April 2026.

Why Join I&J?

I&J is a leader in South Africa’s seafood market. You will work in operations and manufacturing. The company invests in local communities and offers career growth.

Participants gain hands-on skills that boost employability. It serves as a step toward long-term jobs. Plus, you join a team committed to responsible practices.

Who Can Apply? Minimum Requirements

To qualify, you must meet these rules:

• Be 18 to 34 years old.
• Have at least Grade 10 (Standard 8).
• Be unemployed.
• Not have joined a YES4Youth programme before.
• Not be in any government-funded training.

Documents You Need

Submit all these items, or your application will not count:

• Updated CV.
• Certified ID copy (less than 3 months old).
• Certified highest qualification copy (less than 3 months old).
• SARS Tax document or letter.
• Stamped bank details or statement (less than 3 months old).

Recruitment Process

Shortlisted applicants face these steps:

• Background checks for criminal records, ID, and qualifications.
• Medical exam at an I&J site.

How to Apply

Apply online at this link.

Or use WhatsApp:

• Save 060 011 9717.
• Send “HI”.
• Follow the prompts.

For questions, call:

• 021-440 7800 (Magdalene Idas or Franklin Cieverts in Woodstock).
• 021-402 9700 (Shannon Allman in Cape Town Waterfront).
• 021-440 7800 (Sheila Mayana in Paarden Eiland).

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