Applications are now open for the Pattern Making Programme (PMP) in Durban, a six-month skills development programme designed for unemployed graduates and final-year students seeking to enter South Africa’s clothing and manufacturing industry.

The programme integrates theoretical instruction with structured workplace experience, providing participants with practical, industry-aligned pattern-making skills that enhance employability and workplace readiness.

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Programme Information

• Programme Name: Pattern Making Programme (PMP)

• Duration: Six (6) months

• Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

• Programme Type: Skills Development / Internship

• Application Status: Open

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Programme Description

The Pattern Making Programme aims to develop technically competent, employment-ready pattern makers through a comprehensive learning approach that combines classroom-based training, practical application, and industry exposure.

Participants will be trained to:

• Produce accurate patterns from design specifications

• Use pattern-making software effectively

• Apply sustainable practices in garment production

• Work productively within manufacturing teams

• Communicate technical information clearly and professionally

Training is delivered through a rotational learning model, consisting of:

• Two weeks of classroom-based theoretical training per month

• Two weeks of supervised workplace experience per month

Interns will work alongside experienced industry professionals, gaining practical exposure to manufacturing processes, tools, and best practices.

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Programme Learning Outcomes

Technical Pattern-Making Competencies

• Manual pattern making

• Technical pack development

• Fabric and fibre knowledge

• Garment construction techniques

• Quality assurance processes

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Manufacturing and Industry Knowledge

• Principles of manufacturing

• Critical path management

• Raw material handling

• Trend and range development

• Quality control systems

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Foundational and Workplace Skills

• Core manufacturing skills

• Production floor and store exposure

• Sustainability in fashion and manufacturing

• Workplace readiness and professional development

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Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens

• Be between 18 and 33 years of age

• Be unemployed

• Have no criminal record

• Hold a diploma or degree, or be in their final year of study, in:

  • Clothing Production

  • Fashion Design

  • Or a related qualification

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Programme Benefits

Participants who successfully complete the programme will gain:

• In-demand pattern-making competencies

• Practical industry experience

• Exposure to professional manufacturing environments

• Improved employment prospects within the clothing and manufacturing sector

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Training Location

All training will be conducted in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Participants must be available to attend in-person for the full duration of the programme.

Skills Development Impact (FY2025)

The programme forms part of a broader skills development initiative with demonstrated outcomes:

• Youth Developed: 9,021

• Youth Employed: 6,316

• Employment Absorption Rate: 70%

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Application Process

Interested candidates must apply online and submit the following documentation:

• Copy of a South African identity document

• Qualification certificates (for graduates)

• Academic records (for final-year students)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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