Are you an unemployed South African graduate with an N6 Hospitality Certificate seeking essential workplace training? Ekurhuleni West TVET College is offering an 18-month Hospitality Trainees Programme at its Germiston Campus. This programme is designed for individuals needing to complete their 18 months of practical experience to achieve an NQF Level 5 National Diploma. Applications close on 14 April 2026 at 16h00.

If you have completed your N6 Hospitality Certificate and need to gain practical skills and experience in the hospitality sector, this traineeship is an excellent opportunity. It provides a structured environment to enhance your career prospects in the industry.

Programme Overview and Eligibility

This 18-month programme is aimed at equipping unemployed South African graduates with N6 Hospitality Certificates with 18 months of workplace training. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will be awarded an NQF Level 5 National Diploma. Participants will receive a monthly stipend of R4,500 throughout the training period.

To qualify, you must be an unemployed South African graduate holding a completed N6 Hospitality Certificate. You should not have previously completed a similar internship or traineeship. The programme is specifically for those requiring workplace experience to fulfil their qualification requirements.

Required Application Documents

  • A completed N6 Hospitality Certificate.
  • An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • A certified copy of your academic record (transcript).
  • A certified copy of your Matric certificate.
  • Certified copies of your N4, N5, and N6 certificates.
  • A certified copy of your South African ID (both sides).
  • Details of three contactable references with email addresses.
  • A completed Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021). You can download the updated Z83 form from the DPSA website or the provided government link.

How to Submit Your Application

  1. Ensure all required documents are gathered and certified as specified.
  2. Complete the Z83 application form accurately.
  3. Prepare your application package, clearly marking it with 'Hospitality Trainees' and the reference number 'GERMT/02/2026'.
  4. Deliver your complete application by hand to the Ekurhuleni West TVET College, Germiston Campus, before the closing date and time.

Key Dates and Programme Start

The deadline for submitting applications is strictly 14 April 2026 at 16h00. Ensure your application reaches the college before this time. The programme is scheduled to commence as soon as possible after the selection process is finalised.

The Ekurhuleni West TVET College Hospitality Trainees Programme offers a significant opportunity for N6 Hospitality graduates to gain the necessary practical experience and achieve an NQF Level 5 National Diploma. The R4,500 monthly stipend provides financial support during this valuable 18-month learning period.

Remember to submit all required certified documents and a completed Z83 form by hand to the Germiston Campus before the closing date of 14 April 2026 at 16h00.

Ready to apply? Download the new Z83 form here: DPSA Z83 Form or from the government portal: Gov.za Z83 Form.