Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites South African graduates to apply for the Graduates in Training Programme 2026.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 23 June 2026
Graduate Programme Location: Various PRASA regions across South Africa
PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa is inviting applications for the Graduates in Training Programme 2026.
This programme is designed to provide structured workplace learning opportunities to graduates across various PRASA regions and departments.
Successful candidates will gain practical workplace exposure aligned with their qualifications while developing technical skills, workplace readiness and professional experience.
Programme Details
Organisation: Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa
Programme: Graduates in Training Programme 2026
Duration: Structured Graduate Training Programme
Experience Required: None
Location: Various PRASA regions nationwide
Closing Date: 23 June 2026
Fields Available
Opportunities are available in the following fields:
Industrial Engineering.
Environmental Engineering.
Safety Management.
Electrical Engineering.
Civil Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
Mechatronics.
Electronics Engineering.
Infrastructure Maintenance.
Rolling Stock Maintenance.
Risk Management.
Property Management.
Real Estate.
Financial Accounting.
Auditing.
Cost and Management Accounting.
Energy Management.
Information Engineering.
Signalling Electronics.
Computer Systems.
What is the PRASA Graduates in Training Programme?
The PRASA Graduates in Training Programme provides structured workplace learning exposure to graduates who require practical experience aligned with their qualifications.
The programme aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace application.
It also helps improve graduate employability and develops technical and professional competencies.
Graduates will be exposed to real projects and operational environments while building experience for the rail and transport sector.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must possess the qualification required for the specific opportunity they are applying for.
No previous experience is required.
Applicants must apply only for positions that match their qualifications.
General Skills Required
Candidates should demonstrate technical skills, problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
Good communication skills, time management, teamwork and professionalism are also important.
Applicants should be accountable, adaptable and willing to learn.
Safety awareness is also important in the rail and transport environment.
Knowledge Areas
Successful candidates may develop knowledge in technical workplace practices, infrastructure operations, health and safety regulations, equipment usage and workplace procedures.
Graduates may also gain exposure to industry standards and Microsoft Office applications.
Available Opportunities and Reference Numbers
Rail Head Office: Braamfontein
Industrial Engineer
Reference: GIT/RAILHO/IE/001
Qualification: Industrial Engineering
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 5
Environmental Engineer
Reference: GIT/RAILHO/EE/002
Qualification: Environmental Engineering
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 2
Safety Officer
Reference: GIT/RAILHO/SO/003
Qualification: Safety
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 3
Application Emails: Rail Head Office
Email: Sanele.Hlatshwayo@prasa.com
Email: Tsholofelo.Molekwa@prasa.com
Gauteng Region
Infrastructure Maintenance
Reference: GIT/GAU_REG/IM/001
Qualification: Electrical Engineering, Heavy Current or Light Current
Number of Positions: 15
Rolling Stock Maintenance
Reference: GIT/GAU_REG/RSM/002
Qualification: Electrical, Electronics or Industrial Engineering
Number of Positions: 15
Application Email: Gauteng Region
Email: Recruitment.gau@prasa.com
KwaZulu-Natal Region
Infrastructure Engineering Technician
Reference: GIT/KZN/IM/001
Fields: Electrical Engineering, FM, Signals, Electronics and Telecommunications
Number of Positions: 16
Infrastructure Engineering: Perway
Reference: GIT/KZN/RS/002
Qualification: Civil Engineering
Number of Positions: 4
Application Email: KwaZulu-Natal Region
Email: recruit@prasa.com
Eastern Cape Region
Rolling Stock Maintenance
References: GIT/EC/RSM/KU/001 and GIT/EC/RSM/QG/002
Qualifications: Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or related technical qualifications
Number of Positions: 8 in Koumpo and 4 in Qgebera
Risk Management
Reference: GIT/EC/RM/GQ/003
Qualifications: Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Safety and Quality Management or Risk Management
Number of Positions: 1
Application Email: Eastern Cape Region
Email: Humancapitalec@prasa.com
PRASA Group Capital
Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current
Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/EE/001
Number of Positions: 3
Mechanical Engineering
Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/ME/002
Number of Positions: 3
Signalling Electronics, Computer Systems and Information Engineering
Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/SS/003
Number of Positions: 3
Perway Civil Engineering
Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/PP/004
Number of Positions: 3
Application Email: PRASA Group Capital
Email: Kgothatso.ntoane@prasa.com
Western Cape Region
Infrastructure Engineering Technician
Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ENG-TECH/001
Number of Positions: 14
Infrastructure Electrician
Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ELEC/002
Number of Positions: 4
Infrastructure Plumber
Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-PLU/003
Number of Positions: 3
Infrastructure Engineer
Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ENG/004
Number of Positions: 4
Rolling Stock Engineering Technician
Reference: GIT/WC/RSET/005
Number of Positions: 5
Rolling Stock Engineer
Reference: GIT/WC/RSE/006
Number of Positions: 5
Application Email: Western Cape Region
Email: recruitment.wc@prasa.com
Intersite Asset Investments: Head Office
Property Management and Real Estate
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/PM-RE/001
Number of Positions: 1
Property Development Studies and Built Environment
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/PDS-BE/002
Number of Positions: 1
Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/FA-A-CMA/003
Number of Positions: 1
Electrical Engineering and Energy Management
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/EEHC-EM/004
Number of Positions: 1
Application Email: Intersite Head Office
Email: recruitment.cresho@prasa.com
Intersite Asset Investments: Gauteng
Property Management and Real Estate
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_GAU/PM-RE/005
Number of Positions: 3
Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_GAU/FA-CMA/006
Number of Positions: 3
Application Email: Intersite Gauteng
Email: Recruitment.sgr@prasa.com
Intersite Asset Investments: KZN and Eastern Cape
Property Management and Real Estate
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_KZN-EC/PM-RE/007
Number of Positions: 3
Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting
Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_KZN-EC/FAA-CMA/008
Number of Positions: 2
Application Email: Intersite KZN and Eastern Cape
Email: prasacres.recruitmentkzn@prasa.com
Key Performance Areas
Successful graduates will assist with administrative and operational duties.
They will conduct research and investigations and support departmental projects.
Graduates will use industry-relevant software and systems, maintain professional communication and learn organisational policies and procedures.
They will also develop technical and workplace competencies, maintain confidentiality, participate in training activities and demonstrate initiative and professionalism.
Required Documents
Applicants should submit the following documents:
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copies of qualifications.
Any additional supporting documents requested by PRASA.
Applicants must ensure that all documents are clear and certified where required.
How to apply
Click here to apply for PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 by emailing your application to the relevant regional email address listed above.
Applicants must clearly indicate the correct reference number in their application.
Applications must be emailed to the relevant region or business unit according to the position being applied for.
Important Application Tips
Apply only for positions that match your qualification.
Clearly indicate the reference number in the subject line or application.
Ensure that all documents are clear and certified.
Submit your application before the closing date.
Closing Date
The closing date for the PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 is 23 June 2026.
Late applications may not be considered.
Final Thoughts
The PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 is a valuable opportunity for graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in the rail, transport, engineering, finance, property and infrastructure sectors.
Graduates who meet the requirements should apply before 23 June 2026 and ensure that they use the correct reference number and email address.