Employer: BMW Group South Africa
Programme: YES4Youth Student Programme 2027
Job Reference: 199746
Location: Pretoria, Midrand and Menlyn, Gauteng
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Fixed-Term Contract)
Closing Date: 13 November 2026
About the BMW Group YES4Youth Programme 2027
Are you a young South African graduate looking for an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and develop your professional skills? BMW Group South Africa is inviting applications for its 2027 YES4Youth Student Programme, offering unemployed young people an opportunity to enter the corporate and manufacturing environment of one of the world’s leading automotive companies.
The programme forms part of the Youth Employment Service (YES4Youth) initiative, which aims to address youth unemployment by providing young South Africans with valuable workplace exposure and opportunities to develop skills that can support their future careers.
Successful applicants will be appointed on a 12-month fixed-term contract, during which they will gain hands-on experience, work alongside professionals and become familiar with the operations of an internationally recognised organisation.
This is an opportunity for qualified young people who want to strengthen their CVs, improve their workplace readiness and gain experience in their chosen fields.
Available Programme Locations
Successful candidates may be placed at one of BMW Group South Africa’s participating facilities in Gauteng, depending on operational requirements and the available opportunities.
The participating locations include:
- National Sales Company (NSC): Midrand
- BMW Financial Services: Midrand
- Plant Rosslyn: Pretoria
- BMW IT Hub: Menlyn
Applicants should be prepared to work at the location assigned to them.
Who Can Apply?
The BMW YES4Youth Student Programme is intended for young South Africans who meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have completed a relevant qualification in one of the advertised fields.
- Not have participated in a YES4Youth programme previously.
- Demonstrate an interest in learning, developing professionally and gaining workplace experience.
Applicants must hold a relevant university degree, National Diploma, Diploma or Certificate in a field specified by BMW.
Qualifications and Fields of Study
BMW Group South Africa is considering candidates from various academic and technical backgrounds. The programme covers the following disciplines:
1. Finance, Accounting and Economics
Relevant qualifications include Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Taxation, Economics, Banking and Internal Auditing. A BCom in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline is also suitable. An Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Taxation will be advantageous for taxation-related positions.
2. Business Administration and Management
Candidates with qualifications in Business Administration, Business Management, Commerce, General Management or related disciplines may apply.
3. Engineering and Technical Disciplines
Relevant fields include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, Metallurgical Engineering and Quality Engineering. Acceptable qualifications include BSc, BEng, BTech and relevant National Diplomas.
4. Automotive and Electrical Trades
Applicants with Motor Mechanic, Transportation Electrician or other relevant automotive and electrical technical qualifications are encouraged to apply.
5. Supply Chain, Logistics and Operations Management
Qualifications in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Operations Management or related fields are considered.
6. Information Technology and Computer Science
BMW welcomes applicants with qualifications in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, Information Security, Software Development, Web Development and Front-End Development.
Relevant Java, SAP and ABAP certifications will be an advantage for applicable opportunities.
7. Data Science and Analytics
Candidates with qualifications in Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Systems or related analytical fields may be considered.
8. Human Resources and Industrial Psychology
Relevant qualifications include Human Resource Management, BCom in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology and related disciplines.
9. Marketing, Communications and Media
Applicants who have studied Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Media Studies, Journalism or hold a Bachelor of Arts in Communications may qualify.
10. Product Management and Digital Design
Relevant fields include Product Management, User Experience (UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Graphic Design, Web Development and Front-End Development.
11. Risk Management, Insurance and Law
Candidates with qualifications in Risk Management, Insurance, LLB, BCom Law or related legal and risk management disciplines are encouraged to apply.
12. Occupational Health and Safety
Qualifications in Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Safety Management or related disciplines are accepted.
Documents Required for Your Application
Applicants must prepare their supporting documents before submitting an application through the BMW Group Careers Portal.
The following documents are required:
- An updated and comprehensive CV.
- A certified copy of your South African ID.
- Your full academic record or academic transcript.
- Copies of your qualification certificates, where applicable.
- A copy of your Matric certificate.
- Additional relevant certificates that support your qualifications.
Ensure that your documents are clear, complete and correctly uploaded. BMW has indicated that incomplete applications and applications that fail to meet the stated requirements will not be considered.
How to Apply for the BMW YES4Youth Programme 2027
Interested and suitably qualified candidates must submit their applications online through the official BMW Group Careers Portal.
Applicants are required to create a comprehensive candidate profile, provide the requested information and upload all the supporting documents.
Application steps:
- Visit the official BMW Group Careers website.
- Search for the YES4Youth Student Programme 2027.
- Locate the vacancy using Job ID: 199746.
- Create or log in to your candidate profile.
- Complete the online application.
- Upload your CV, ID, academic records and qualification certificates.
- Review your application before submitting it.
Official application link:
https://www.bmwgroup.jobs/
Important Application Information
Details Information Employer BMW Group South Africa Programme YES4Youth Student Programme 2027 Job Reference 199746 Job Location Gauteng Work Locations Pretoria, Midrand and Menlyn Contract 12 Months Contract Type Fixed-Term Closing Date 13 November 2026
Closing Date: 13 November 2026
The BMW Group YES4Youth Student Programme 2027 offers eligible unemployed graduates and qualified young South Africans an opportunity to gain meaningful professional experience in the automotive, corporate, technical and digital industries.
If you meet the age, employment and qualification requirements, consider submitting your application before the closing date.
Important: Applications must be submitted through the official BMW Group Careers Portal. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection. All appointments will be subject to programme requirements and BMW Group South Africa’s Employment Equity commitments.