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Marriott International Youth Trainee Programme 2026

Marriott International is currently accepting applications for Youth Trainee Programme 2026.
Closing date: Not specified
Location: Johannesburg, Midrand, Cape Town, George, and Mahikeng, South Africa
Marriott International Youth Trainee Programme 2026
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Must be a South African citizen by birth
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 22; and not turn older than 22 in the year being applied for
- Matric (Grade 12) certificate or equivalent accredited NQF or NCV Level 4 qualification
- Must have passed all 7 Matric (Grade 12) subjects; preferably each subject must be achieved at 50% and higher
- Candidates that do not meet the required Matric results will be reviewed on a case by case basis
- Only applicants that do not have any post Matric / NQF 4 / NCV 4 qualifications will be considered
DOCUMENTATION TO BE UPLOADED AS PART OF THE APPLICATION
- Matric Certificate and/or Statement or Results (if currently in Matric, please submit your September report card)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter outlining the reasons for wanting to apply
What else do we offer you?
- A professional environment to work in and the opportunity to learn from others in the hospitality industry;
- Being part of the biggest hotel company in the world and career possibilities within Marriott International;
- Personal coaching and training to support with your career development;
- A Take Care program; we focus on your wellbeing in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-directed and able to work without supervision
- Team player – works well as an individual and with co-workers
- Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
- Highly self-started, motivated individual who thrives in a multi-tasking, fast paced environment
- Passionate about hospitality industry and the ability to make things brilliant
- Punctual and strong organizational skills
- Flexible in working different shifts, like: AM, PM and during the nights
- Good communication or social skills
How to apply
To apply, visit Marriott careers portal.
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