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Youth climate change indaba

2012-02-04

Cape Town: Young people showcase solutions to climate problems facing our youth in South Africa. Venue: Iziko Museum. Entrance is FREE more

Computer Olympiad

2012-01-16

Are you the next Bill Gates? Kick-start your future career in IT by entering the 2012 Computer Olympiad! Participation in the Talent Search is open to all – it is a pen-and-paper aptitude test which does not require the use of a computer at all. more

The following 4 Career opportunities are available at Eskom. Candidates must apply online. Click here

Pupil Technicians closing date 03 Feb 2012
Learner: Radiation Protection X10 (Trainee RP Monitor) closing date 30 Jan 2012
External Trainee Experiential Trainee (Co-op Student) X2 closing date 26 Jan 2012
Administrative Assistant 1 Human Resources, (Development position for an assistant) closing date 31 Jan 2012

Gauteng: free training for learners who qualifiy for supplementary exams...
Learners in Gauteng who have qualified for supplementary exams can now register for free preparatory classes, which will be offered for various subjects
The classes will be offered during weekends in February and will include Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, Geography and History. Click here for more information.

Late registrations - hurry, there's still time to apply!

Surprised yourself with your Matric results? Changed your mind and want to study further in 2012? There's still time! Download this list of Universities and University of Technologies accepting late registrations, or click here for private higher education institutions still accepting registrations for Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees in 2012! For more ways to kickstart your studies in 2012, click here.

Failed Matric, now what?

"Matric is often mistakenly seen as a do-or-die situation," says Resilience Therapist Janine Shamos. "The trick is for Matriculants to learn from their mistakes - failing matric or not doing as well as you'd hope is not the end of the road!" Try these coping strategies to bounce back from disappointing Matric results. And click here to find out your options - including supplementary exams, extra lessons, repeating Matric and more...

BURSARIES, INTERNSHIPS, LEARNERSHIPS AND MORE!!!

Check out these awesome opportunities to take the next step in your studies or career. Bursaries, internships, learnerships, entrepreneurship opportunities and more... click here to find one for you!

* HOT TOPIC: How to keep safe at your next interview *

Going for a job interview takes careful preparation. There's lots to think about, including your safety! Read these interview safety tips for peace of mind...

* MUST-READ: Online job-hunting tips *

Just matriculated or graduated - and looking for your first job? Try these easy-to-use online job-hunting tips to make the internet work for you!

NEED FREE INTERNET ACCESS?

Click on the links below for contact details of free public internet access points:

Western Cape

NSFAS helps needy students - DONT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE!!

If you have financial need and the potential to succeed at a public university or FET College, you could qualify for a NSFAS loan or bursary. Apply at the Financial Aid Office on campus. SMS your question to 32261 (Mark it “Planet”). Standard SMS rates apply.
*** You can also click on the NSFAS banner (right at the top of this page) for more information.

ASK US:

Do you have career-related questions? Career Planets "Ask us' has grown into a hugely popular feature and we are thrilled to announce that we have expanded our team to keep up with the demand! The Career Planet team of advisors is headed up by Lynn who is a highly experienced career development specialist. Send your career or training-related questions to askus@careerplanet.co.za and the Career Planet Team will answer them via e-mail and we will also place the answer on our website to help others. We look forward to hearing from you!

Business Development

Seda Small Business Entrepreneurship Competition
The competition is open to any South African citizen over the age of 18 with a business idea or existing small business It will run nationally from 17 October 2011 until 11 April 2012, and will provide those with a business idea or existing small business with a more systematic approach to business planning. Entries close on 31 January 2012. .

People with Passion!

Developing future football stars in Alex
Having conquered the local soccer scene, former Bafana Bafana midfielder Maimane Phiri – known to fans from his playing days as Alfred Phiri – is unearthing new football talent in Johannesburg\'s Alexandra township.

People with Passion!

From ntwana to MD
Karabelo Mokoena, Managing Director of AC Massive, recently partnered up with Arctic Circle Strategic Brand Institute to use the power of ‘tsotsi taal’ to turn traditional marketing speak on its head.

People with Passion!

South African women marine pilots make history!
Three South African women have set the standard in Africa by becoming the first black female marine pilots on the continent to gain open licences, enabling them to navigate ships of all sizes and types into local waters.

People with Passion!

From taxi driver to South African and world maritime history-maker!
Appointed as the first black harbour master in South Africa and the youngest in the world in 2002, Captain Rufus Lekala has now made maritime history again after becoming the first black chief harbour master in the country and the youngest in the world to hold such a position.

At work with Elana Afrika

We recently caught up with South African celebrity, Elana Afrika, who took some time out of her hectic schedule to tell us a bit about her exciting career...

Staying safe in a job interview

Study Tips:Top 10 Things NOT To Do When You Are Studying

Study Tips To Ace Your Exams!

Monster Plumbing College

Good news for aspiring Plumbers!

At work with Ntsiki Biyela: Winemaker

At work with Lani Greenhill: Animator

"It was awesome to see my work on TV for the first time!"

At work with Diane Coetzer: Music Journalist

"My job as a music journalist is dynamic! Each day brings something different – I could be doing an in-depth article on the need for an official music chart in South Africa or a review of the latest Lil’ Wayne album. It’s often exciting – for instance doing reviews of great live concerts – and it brings together my love of writing and passion for music of all different genres..."