Citi South Africa Markets Learnership 2026

 Citi South Africa has opened applications for its Markets Learnership Programme. This initiative provides unemployed youth with structured training in financial markets, workplace exposure, and a monthly stipend while working towards a recognised qualification.

Learnership Overview

  • Employer: Citi South Africa

  • Programme: Markets Learnership

  • Duration: 12 months

  • Type: Paid Learnership (training + workplace experience)

  • Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

  • Closing Date: 2026 intake

Purpose of the Learnership

  • Provide learners with hands‑on training in financial markets.

  • Develop competencies in trading operations, risk management, and client services.

  • Offer mentorship and structured learning to prepare learners for permanent employment in banking and finance.

Minimum Requirements

  • South African citizenship

  • Age between 18 and 29 years

  • Matric (Grade 12) with strong results in Mathematics and English

  • Relevant tertiary qualification (Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related fields) advantageous

  • Computer literacy (MS Office)

  • Good communication and analytical skills

  • Must be unemployed and not registered on another learnership

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in classroom training sessions

  • Assist with market research and analysis

  • Support trading teams with operational tasks

  • Prepare reports and presentations

  • Work in teams to complete projects

  • Fulfil programme requirements to achieve the qualification

Skills & Competencies Developed

  • Financial market knowledge

  • Analytical and problem‑solving skills

  • Communication and teamwork

  • Professional workplace behaviour

  • Risk awareness and compliance

Programme Benefits

  • Monthly stipend during the learnership

  • NQF‑aligned qualification on completion

  • Practical workplace experience at Citi South Africa

  • Mentorship and career guidance from industry experts

  • Opportunity to secure permanent employment in banking and finance

Application Process

  1. Prepare updated CV and certified copies of ID, Matric certificate, and any tertiary qualifications.

  2. Apply via the Citi South Africa Careers Portal.

  3. Submit before the closing date.

  4. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and assessments.

Why Apply

  • Gain a recognised qualification while earning a stipend.

  • Build practical workplace experience in global banking.

  • Access mentorship and career support.

  • Improve employability in finance and markets sectors.