YES – Youth Opportunity

Candidates who want a first workplace opportunity in retail may find this a strong entry-level option. TFG is offering the YES – Youth Opportunity across multiple locations, with the same 12-month fixed-term contract structure designed to help young South Africans gain practical work experience in a retail environment.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a youth employment opportunity aimed at helping young South Africans enter the job market and gain meaningful first-time workplace experience. The programme offers a 12-month fixed-term role in TFG’s retail environment, giving successful applicants exposure to day-to-day work in a large retail group.

What you’ll do / learn

You’ll gain practical workplace exposure in a retail setting over a fixed 12-month period. While the listing focuses more on eligibility than detailed duties, the role is presented as an opportunity to build experience and enter the job market in a structured retail environment.

• Gain first-time workplace exposure in retail
• Build practical work-readiness over a 12-month contract
• Work in a customer-focused retail environment
• Develop entry-level experience in a major retail group

Note: This is a fixed-term youth opportunity and does not guarantee permanent employment unless the employer confirms otherwise.

Eligibility requirements

• Aged between 18 and 28 years old
• Matric is preferable
• Must be available and willing to work a fixed-term 12-month contract
• Must not have been employed permanently with a single employer continuously for more than 1 year
• Must not be studying full time during the employment period (April 2026 – March 2027)
• Must not have participated in or been registered on the YES programme before
• Accommodation and transport are for the applicant’s own account (if applicable)
• Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act

Application checklist

Make sure your application is complete before submitting.

• Updated CV
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Matric certificate / statement of results
• Clear contact details (phone + email)
• Any supporting sales or customer service experience on your CV

Need help with CVs, certified copies, and application tips? Use our Resources & Guides Hub.

About the sponsor

TFG is a diversified retail group with a large portfolio of lifestyle and apparel brands operating across multiple retail categories. The group offers opportunities across various brands and has a broad retail footprint. Source Link: TFG Website

Quick tips for applicants

• Keep your CV clear, neat, and easy to read
• If you have not worked before, focus on reliability, willingness to learn, and availability
• Double-check that you meet the YES programme rules before applying
• Be realistic about transport and accommodation, since those costs are your own responsibility

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying outside the required age range
• Applying while studying full time during the programme period
• Applying after already participating in the YES programme
• Leaving out clear contact details
• Not checking whether transport/accommodation is manageable for you

Scam warning (important)

Never pay a fee to apply. Use only the official TFG careers portal and double-check the website domain before uploading personal documents.

How this opportunity was verified

Verified by us on 4 March 2026 using the official TFG careers portal and links for Job identifications: 11864, 11857, 11860, 11861, 11862, 11863

How to apply

1. Open the correct TFG vacancy page for the location you want.
2. Read the listing and confirm the branch/location.
3. Create a profile (or log in) on the TFG careers portal.
4. Upload your CV and supporting documents.
5. Submit through the official application route.