Schaeffler Is Offering an Apprenticeship for School Leavers in Port Elizabeth

Schaeffler, a global engineering and manufacturing company, is offering a structured Apprenticeship at its Port Elizabeth operation for school leavers. The programme combines formal vocational training with hands-on workplace experience, leading to an officially recognised vocational certification in either an administrative or technical field.

Apprenticeships at a global manufacturer like Schaeffler follow international training standards, which means the qualification you walk away with carries weight far beyond South Africa. For a school leaver who wants a practical, hands-on career path rather than university, this is one of the more credible routes available in the Port Elizabeth region.

What the Apprenticeship Involves

• Structured vocational training to build practical skills in your chosen administrative or technical field
• Working alongside experienced staff to gain hands-on, real-world experience
• Completing required coursework combined with on-the-job training
• Contributing to daily operations and team projects, applying theory in practice
• Preparing for and completing assessments toward your vocational certification

Who Can Apply

• Matric with a minimum 50% pass in Mathematics and Physical Science, OR
• N2 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Energetic, fast learner willing to put in the extra effort

Why Apply at Schaeffler

Schaeffler operates globally across automotive and industrial engineering, supplying components used in everything from vehicles to industrial machinery. An apprenticeship here means you are trained to international quality and process standards from day one. For someone in Port Elizabeth with a technical mindset and a strong Matric in Maths and Science, this is a genuinely solid foundation for a long-term technical career.