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YES! Get a Job at Sterns with No Experience – Paid 12-Month Contract for Youth Now Open!


Sterns Invites Young, Talented South Africans to Apply for the YES Youth Opportunity Programme – 12-Month Fixed-Term Retail Contract (Multiple Posts Available). Applications Close on 11 July 2025.

If you’re between the ages of 18 and 28, unemployed, and looking for your first real job, this is your shot. Sterns, one of South Africa’s top jewellery brands under the TFG (The Foschini Group) family, is offering a life-changing opportunity for young South Africans through the YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme.

This programme gives youth with little to no work experience the chance to gain full-time job training for 12 months in a vibrant retail environment — and yes, you’ll get paid.

If you’re tired of hearing “no” from job applications, it’s time to hear a YES from us.


What Is the YES Youth Opportunity?

The Youth Employment Service (YES) is a nationwide initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment. In partnership with companies like Sterns, this programme gives young people a 12-month paid work experience in a real job role. It helps you gain skills, build confidence, and improve your chances of getting hired permanently—either at TFG or anywhere else in retail.


Who Can Apply?

To join this programme at Sterns, you must:

  • Be between 18 and 28 years old
  • Have at least Grade 10 (Matric is a bonus)
  • Be unemployed and not studying full-time during the contract period (April 2025 to March 2026)
  • Be available for a 12-month fixed-term full-time job
  • Not have worked permanently for the same employer for more than 1 year
  • Not have taken part in the YES Programme before
  • Be able to cover your own transport and accommodation costs (if needed)

What You’ll Do

As part of the Sterns team, you’ll work in one of South Africa’s leading jewellery stores, learning valuable customer service and sales skills while working in a luxury retail environment. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Helping customers find the perfect item
  • Learning how to handle sales, stock, and store systems
  • Building strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Becoming confident in retail and customer service

This experience is not just a job—it’s the start of a real career.


Why You Should Apply

  • 12 months of real job experience in a respected retail company
  • Gain valuable workplace skills that make your CV stand out
  • Open the door to long-term career opportunities in retail
  • Become part of TFG’s dynamic brand family—which includes over 30 top fashion and lifestyle brands
  • Learn, grow, and work with teams that support your development

Even better? You’ll work in Sterns—a brand that brings luxury, sparkle, and style to South Africans every day. If you’re fashion-forward, professional, and people-focused, this could be the perfect fit.


About TFG and Sterns

TFG is home to over 34 lifestyle and fashion brands across South Africa and the world. It’s a place where young talent is noticed, supported, and given the tools to grow. Sterns, along with American Swiss and Galaxy & Co., makes up the TFG Jewellery division. These are stores that don’t just sell accessories—they create experiences and tell stories with every piece of jewellery.

At TFG, you’re not just another employee—you’re part of a purpose-driven team that believes in shaping futures and inspiring people to live their best lives.


Application Deadline

Hurry! Applications close on 11 July 2025 at 12:21 PM.

This is a competitive opportunity, and positions fill fast. If you qualify, don’t wait—apply now and take the first step towards building a real future in retail.


How to Apply

To apply, you must:

  • Be eligible according to the criteria above
  • Be ready to commit to 12 months of full-time work
  • Have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Click Here to Apply for the YES Youth Opportunity at Sterns


Final Note

This isn’t just another job ad—it’s a door opening to something bigger. If you’ve struggled to find a job because of your lack of experience, this programme gives you a second chance to prove yourself, gain skills, and work with a top-tier retail company.

It starts with YES. Will you take the chance?

Published by
Ronald Williams

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