Carnival City Is Offering a Paid Gaming Learnership
Sun International, through Afrisun Gauteng trading as Carnival City, invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Gaming Operations Learnership vacancies. The programme runs for 12 months, and successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend while completing an NQF Level 4 qualification.
If you are unemployed, young, and looking for a real opportunity to gain skills that can lead to employment, this learnership at Carnival City could be life-changing. The gaming and entertainment industry offers exciting career paths, and this programme is designed to give you both a recognised qualification and real workplace experience.
Carnival City is committed to developing young talent and supporting South Africa’s skills development goals. This learnership gives unemployed youth the chance to learn, grow, and prepare for future employment in a structured and professional environment.
About the Gaming Operations Learnership
The Gaming Operations Learnership is a National Certificate in Gaming Operations (NQF Level 4). It is a fully accredited programme aimed at unemployed youth who want to enter the gaming industry.
During the programme, learners will receive both classroom training and hands-on workplace experience. Carnival City will host learners on site and provide workplace coaching to ensure they gain practical skills that are needed in real gaming operations.
Learners are required to commit fully to the programme for 12 months.
What Learners Will Gain From This Programme
This learnership is designed to improve employability and practical skills.
By completing the programme, learners will:
- Obtain a recognised NQF Level 4 qualification in Gaming Operations
- Gain real workplace experience in a casino environment
- Receive monthly financial support through a stipend
- Learn how gaming operations work in a professional setting
- Improve chances of finding work in the gaming and hospitality industry
At the end of the programme, learners will have both a qualification and hands-on experience, which gives them a strong advantage when applying for jobs.
Training, Coaching, and Workplace Exposure
Throughout the 12-month programme, learners will take part in structured training and daily workplace activities.
Training and Learning
- Attend formal training sessions related to gaming operations
- Complete assessments as part of the learning programme
- Learn industry rules, procedures, and standards
- Build professional discipline and workplace behaviour
Workplace Experience
- Receive on-the-job coaching from experienced staff
- Gain exposure to real gaming floor operations
- Learn teamwork, communication, and customer interaction
- Apply training knowledge in real work situations
Learners will be assessed before being appointed and monitored throughout the programme to ensure progress.
Who Can Apply for the Carnival City Learnership
This opportunity is specifically aimed at unemployed youth who meet strict criteria.
Minimum Academic Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification
- At least 50% in English
- At least 60% in Mathematical Literacy OR 50% in Mathematics
Personal and Legal Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 30 years old
- Be a South African citizen
- Be a resident of the City of Ekurhuleni
- Have no criminal record
- Not have participated in a learnership programme before
- Be unemployed at the time of application
Meeting all requirements is essential. Applications that do not meet the criteria are unlikely to be considered.
Work Conditions and Special Requirements
Because this learnership takes place in a casino environment, applicants must be willing to work under certain conditions.
These include:
- Willingness to work in a smoking area
- Willingness to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
Flexibility and commitment are important, as gaming operations run beyond standard office hours.
Employment Equity and Fair Selection
Carnival City supports transformation and equal opportunity. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, in line with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998.
Selection is also guided by internal recruitment policies and Gaming Board licence conditions.
Why This Learnership Is Worth Applying For
This is not just training. It is a real chance to enter an industry where experience matters.
This programme offers:
- A recognised qualification
- Monthly financial support
- Practical work experience
- Professional workplace exposure
- Improved chances of employment after completion
For many young people, this type of learnership becomes the starting point for long-term careers in gaming, hospitality, or customer service.
Important Information for Applicants
- Programme: Gaming Operations Learnership (NQF Level 4)
- Duration: 12 months
- Stipend: Paid monthly
- Host: Carnival City
- Target Group: Unemployed youth (18–30 years)
- Location Requirement: City of Ekurhuleni residents
Only candidates who meet all requirements and perform well in assessments will be appointed.
A Real Opportunity for Unemployed Youth
If you are serious about gaining skills, earning a qualification, and improving your future job prospects, this Sun International Gaming Operations Learnership at Carnival City is an opportunity you should not miss.
Prepare your documents, ensure you meet the criteria, and apply as soon as possible. This could be the opportunity that opens the door to your future in the gaming industry.
