Transnet Engineering invites suitably qualified South African graduates to apply for the Young Professional-in-Training (ICT) Programme 2026 / 2027 at Kilner Park.
Internship Application Closing Date: 13 November 2026
Internship Location: Kilner Park, Gauteng, South Africa
Programme Duration: 24 months
Operating Division: Transnet Engineering
Reference Number: req5906
Grade: GRAD_6
About the Transnet ICT Young Professional-in-Training Programme
Transnet Engineering is looking for dynamic and recently qualified graduates to participate in a structured two-year Young Professional-in-Training programme.
The programme is designed to provide graduates with relevant workplace experience through structured learning, practical exposure and organisational support.
Successful candidates will gain experience within the ICT environment while working alongside experienced staff members and participating in practical projects, meetings, workshops and other learning activities.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- National Diploma at NQF Level 6; or
- Degree in Information Technology; or
- Degree in Information Systems; or
- Degree in Computer Science; or
- Relevant related qualification.
Applicants must also:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Have up to one year of relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Perform specific tasks within assigned workstreams or departments.
- Shadow experienced staff members.
- Participate in learning experiences.
- Attend meetings and workshops.
- Gain exposure to different working functions within the department.
- Communicate with customers to understand their requirements.
- Determine the level of urgency of customer requests.
- Keep customers updated on the progress of their requirements.
- Serve as a central contact point for supplier and end-user queries.
- Ensure queries are addressed satisfactorily and within required timeframes.
- Provide general administrative support.
- Conduct research where required.
- Assist with departmental functions.
- Complete project work individually and as part of a team.
- Produce quality work that can contribute to project solutions.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have:
- Good written communication skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
Applicants should also be proficient in:
- Microsoft Word.
- Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft Outlook.
- Microsoft PowerPoint.
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and targets.
Preference will also be given to:
- Women.
- Applicants living with disabilities.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Transnet Talent Portal.
Click here to apply for Transnet ICT Young Professional-in-Training Programme 2026 / 2027
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application is received by Human Resources before the closing date.
Important Application Information
Applicants should:
- Ensure they meet the qualification requirements.
- Confirm that they are between 18 and 35 years old.
- Ensure their CV and application details are accurate.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Use the correct vacancy reference number: req5906.
Closing Date
13 November 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.