Are you ready to kickstart your career with one of the leading telecommunications companies in South Africa? The 2025 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes offer an exceptional pathway for young graduates to gain valuable skills, mentorship, and hands-on experience. Here’s everything you need to know about these incredible opportunities:
Vodacom Early Careers Programmes Overview
- Location: Midrand, ZA
- Company: Vodafone
- Start Date: 1st February 2025
- Closing date: 31 August 2024
Discover Graduate Programme
The Discover Graduate Programme is a permanent employment opportunity designed to nurture future leaders through a comprehensive two-year skills training programme. Graduates will benefit from mentorship, coaching, and on-the-job training while earning a full salary and enjoying the benefits of full-time employment. After completing the programme, graduates will transition into a destination role within Vodacom, with opportunities for further development both locally and internationally.
Start Date: 1st February 2025
Ideal Candidate:
- Strong potential in time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Passion
- Flexibility
- Resilience
- Digital savviness
- Customer obsession
- Innovation
- Complex problem-solving
Programme Requirements:
- Less than 2 years of working experience post studies.
- 26 years old or younger.
- South African Citizen by Birth/Naturalisation, or permanent resident. Citizens of DRC, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Egypt, and Tanzania are also encouraged to apply for consideration in those markets.
- Minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
- Minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7).
- A 3-year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, or Information Systems/Information Technology.
Internship Programme
The Vodacom Internship Programme is a 12-month fixed-term contract providing workplace experience through a structured training programme. It offers graduates the chance to explore career paths, network with professionals, and earn an income. This programme serves as a pipeline into the Vodacom Discover Graduate Programme or transition into permanent roles.
Start Dates: 1 February and 1 March 2025
Ideal Candidate
- Strong potential in time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Passion
- Flexibility
- Resilience
- Digital savviness
- Customer obsession
- Innovation
- Complex problem-solving
Programme Requirements
- South African Citizen by Birth.
- 0-1 year of working experience post studies.
- 26 years old or younger.
- Minimum of 65% aggregate for completed or most recent academic results.
- Minimum of a B-degree (B-Com, BSc & B-Tech) qualification (NQF 7).
- A 3-year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, or Information Systems/Information Technology.
How to Apply
- Step 1: Ensure you meet all the criteria listed above.
- Step 2: Click on the “Apply Now” button to register and apply.
- Step 3: After registering and applying, you’ll receive a confirmation email. The Resourcing Team will carefully assess your application and provide feedback every step of the way.
Applications close on 31st August 2024.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to develop your career with Vodacom! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.
The 2025 Vodacom Early Careers Programmes provide an unparalleled opportunity for young graduates to embark on a promising career with one of South Africa’s leading telecommunications companies. Whether you join the Discover Graduate Programme or the Internship Programme, you will receive comprehensive training, mentorship, and the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
With a strong commitment to nurturing future leaders, Vodacom ensures that you will be well-prepared for a successful career both within and beyond the organization.
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