Interest, Commitment & Company Awareness

These questions assess motivation, commitment to learning, and understanding of the organisation and its operations.

• What motivated you to apply for the ArcelorMittal Production Learnership?
• What do you understand about ArcelorMittal and the type of work done at the Vanderbijlpark plant?
• Why are you interested in learning about steel manufacturing and production processes?
• What does a 36-month learnership mean to you in terms of commitment and discipline?
• How do you see this learnership helping you build a long-term career?

Readiness for Technical Training & Learning

These questions assess willingness to learn, basic understanding of technical environments, and ability to follow structured training.

• How has your Grade 12 education prepared you for a technical learnership?
• Which school subjects do you think are most useful for working in a production environment?
• How do you usually approach learning new practical skills?
• Why is it important to follow instructions carefully in a manufacturing setting?
• How would you handle training that includes regular assessments and evaluations?

Safety Awareness & Workplace Behaviour

These questions assess attitude towards safety, responsibility, teamwork, and workplace conduct.

• Why is safety important in a steel manufacturing environment?
• Describe a time when you followed rules or procedures carefully.
• How would you respond if you noticed an unsafe situation at work?
• Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team to complete a task.
• What does responsibility mean to you in a workplace setting?

Answering Questions Clearly (STAR Method)

This section assesses your ability to explain experiences clearly and reflect on learning.

STAR explained:

1. Situation: Describe what was happening
2. Task: Explain what you needed to do
3. Action: Describe what you did
4. Result: Explain the outcome

Sample Learnership Answer:

1. Situation: During a school practical task, we worked in groups to complete an assignment.
2. Task: I was responsible for ensuring my part of the task was completed correctly.
3. Action: I followed instructions carefully and worked with my group members.
4. Result: The task was completed successfully, and I learned the importance of teamwork and accuracy.

Using School and Life Experience Effectively

This section assesses how well you can use non-work experience to demonstrate readiness for the learnership.

ArcelorMittal understands that applicants may not yet have formal work experience. You can use examples from:

• School projects or practical assignments
• Group work or teamwork activities
• Technical subjects or workshops
• Community activities or volunteering
• Personal responsibilities that required discipline

Focus on learning ability, responsibility, and willingness to follow procedures.

Common Mistakes Learnership Applicants Should Avoid

• Applying without understanding the programme
• Underestimating the importance of safety
• Giving unclear answers without examples
• Showing lack of commitment to long-term training
• Arriving late or unprepared for interviews

Learnership Interview Preparation Checklist

• Learn about ArcelorMittal and steel production
• Revise relevant Grade 12 subjects
• Prepare simple example scenarios
• Be ready to discuss safety and discipline
• Dress neatly and arrive early
• Bring required documents