How to Create a Professional Email Address for Job Applications A professional email address is one of the simplest things you can prepare before applying for jobs, internships, learnerships and bursaries in South Africa. Your email address may appear on your CV, application forms and correspondence with employers. Using a simple address based on your … Read more

Not going to university after matric does not mean your education or career journey has to stop. South African school leavers have several options, including TVET colleges, learnerships, apprenticeships, internships, skills programmes, entry-level jobs and entrepreneurship. The right choice depends on your interests, matric results, financial circumstances and the type of career you want to … Read more

Finding an entry-level job can be difficult, especially if you have limited or no previous work experience. However, South African job seekers have several ways to discover vacancies in their province, including government recruitment portals, Employment Services South Africa, company career websites and reputable employment platforms. The most effective approach is to search consistently, understand … Read more

Writing a cover letter can be challenging when you are applying for your first job and do not have previous employment experience. However, having no work experience does not mean you have nothing to say. A strong cover letter can focus on your education, relevant skills, achievements, volunteer activities, projects, career goals and willingness to … Read more

Getting your first job in South Africa can feel difficult when most vacancies ask for experience. The good news is that you do not need years of employment history to create a strong CV. If you are a school leaver, graduate, student or young job seeker applying for your first job, your CV should focus … Read more