Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 for Unemployed Youth
Dunlop Tyres South Africa, through Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026 in Durban and Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. The programme is for young people with a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent who want practical workplace experience, and the adverts do not state a stipend or programme length.
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Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 for Unemployed Youth is a learnership offered by Dunlop Tyres in KwaZulu-Natal. Applications close on 09 Nov 2026.
Who can apply
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification in the field being applied for.
- Have never previously participated in a Youth Employment Service programme.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Have a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Preferably have no previous work experience.
- Have never participated in a YES Programme.
How to apply
Applications are submitted directly to Dunlop Tyres - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.
Full details
Dunlop Tyres South Africa, through Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, is asking unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026 in Durban and Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal.
These are the closing dates for the YES Programme:
- Ladysmith: 06 November 2026
- Durban Head Office: 09 November 2026
You can apply for a place in Durban and Ladysmith, both in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
The stipend is not specified.
The programme length is not given in the recruitment adverts.
About the Dunlop Tyres YES Programme
The Dunlop Tyres YES Programme is for unemployed South African youth who have finished a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification and want hands-on workplace experience.
The roles cover a wide range of technical, engineering, manufacturing, business and administrative fields.
The Durban and Ladysmith roles have different requirements and different application email addresses, so check which one you are applying for.
Dunlop YES Programme in Ladysmith
Application closing date: 06 November 2026
Location: Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal
The Ladysmith intake has 15 advertised discipline areas.
Available disciplines in Ladysmith
You can apply in these areas:
- Operations Planning
- Industrial Engineering
- Procurement / Supply Chain
- Human Resources
- Training and Development
- Safety Management
- Finance
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Quality Assurance
- Process Engineering
- Product Development Engineering
- Manufacturing Execution Systems
- Network and Infrastructure
- Operations Production
Minimum requirements for Ladysmith
You must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification in the field you are applying for.
- Never have taken part in a Youth Employment Service programme before.
How to apply for Ladysmith
Send a detailed CV to the Ladysmith application email address listed in the advert.
The Ladysmith email address is Careers at srigroup.co.za, written here in words so you can find it in the full advert.
Put the discipline you are applying for in the email subject line.
There is an online application option for the Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 in Ladysmith.
A suggested subject line is: YES Youth Programme - - Your Full Name
Dunlop YES Programme at the Durban Head Office
Application closing date: 09 November 2026
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
The Durban Head Office intake mainly focuses on corporate, administrative, business and automotive roles.
Available disciplines in Durban
These disciplines are open:
- Finance
- Administration
- Supply Chain
- Retail
- Legal
- Corporate Planning
- Automotive
- Human Resources
Minimum requirements for Durban
You must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Preferably have no previous work experience.
- Never have taken part in a YES Programme.
How to apply for Durban
Send a detailed CV to the Durban application email address listed in the advert.
The Durban email address is careers at dunlop.co.za, written here in words so you can find it in the full advert.
Your email subject line should include the job title and the discipline.
There is an online application option for the Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 in Durban.
A suggested subject line is: Y.E.S Learner Program - - Your Full Name
Important difference between Durban and Ladysmith
Choose the correct location before you submit your application.
For Ladysmith, you must be between 18 and 35 years old and send your application to the Ladysmith email address.
For Durban, you must be between 18 and 34 years old and send your application to the Durban email address. Durban also prefers applicants with no previous work experience.
What participants may gain
Successful participants may gain:
- Practical workplace experience.
- Exposure to manufacturing or corporate operations.
- Communication and teamwork skills.
- Problem-solving experience.
- Professional workplace discipline.
- Technical or administrative workplace skills.
- Experience that may strengthen future job applications.
Important application information
Make sure that:
- You use the correct application email for your chosen location.
- Your qualification is relevant to the discipline you choose.
- Your CV clearly shows the field you are applying for.
- You include the relevant discipline in the email subject line.
- You submit your application before the closing date.
The adverts do not give the number of placements, the stipend amount or the programme start date.
Closing dates
Ladysmith: 06 November 2026
Durban Head Office: 09 November 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 for Unemployed Youth?
The Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 for Unemployed Youth is a learnership offered by Dunlop Tyres for South African students and applicants interested in Engineering, Accounting/Finance, and Commerce/Business. Dunlop Tyres South Africa, through Sumitomo Rubber South Africa, is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme 2026 in Durban and Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. The programme is for young people with a relevant Certificate, Diploma, Degree or equivalent who want practical workplace experience, and the adverts do not state a stipend or programme length. You can read the full details, eligibility criteria, and application steps on this page before you apply.
Who qualifies for the Dunlop Tyres learnership?
To qualify for the Dunlop Tyres learnership, applicants generally need to meet a few key conditions. These include Be South African citizens., Be between 18 and 35 years old., and Be currently unemployed.. It is open to applicants at Diploma and Undergraduate level. Read every requirement carefully on the official listing, because meeting all of them improves your chances of being shortlisted.
When does the Dunlop Tyres learnership close?
According to our sources, the Dunlop Tyres learnership closes on 9 November 2026. We last checked this listing on 11 November 2026. We always recommend verifying the closing date on the official listing, as providers sometimes extend or bring forward their deadlines.
What documents do I need to apply?
Our sources do not list the exact documents required for the Dunlop Tyres learnership, so treat the following as a typical guide rather than a confirmed list. Most South African applications ask for a certified copy of your ID, your matric certificate or latest results, an academic transcript, and proof of household income. Confirm the precise document checklist on the official listing before submitting, because requirements vary between providers.
How do I apply for the Dunlop Tyres learnership?
Applicants must email a detailed CV to: Email: [email protected] Applicants should identify the relevant discipline in the email subject line. Click here to apply for Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 - Ladysmith Suggested Email Subject: YES Youth Programme - - Your Full Name Applicants must email a detailed CV to: Email: [email protected] The email subject line should include the job title and relevant discipline. Click here to apply for Dunlop Tyres YES Programme 2026 - Durban Suggested Email Subject: Y.E.S Learner Program - - Your Full Name Apply early and keep a copy of any reference number or confirmation you receive, in case you need to follow up.
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