Transnet Corporate Centre invites unemployed South African TVET College students and graduates to apply for the 18-month Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 in Johannesburg and Durban.
Work Integrated Learning Application Closing Date: 11 August 2026
Work Integrated Learning Locations: Johannesburg, Gauteng, and Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Transnet Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026
Transnet Corporate Centre is offering an 18-month Work Integrated Learning programme for TVET College students and recent graduates who have completed the theoretical components of their qualifications.
The programme provides practical workplace experience, mentorship, training and exposure to administrative, operational, research and business-support activities.
Successful candidates will be placed at Transnet offices in Johannesburg or Durban, depending on organisational requirements.
Programme Overview
Organisation: Transnet Corporate Centre
Programme: Work Integrated Non-Technical Learner Programme
Reference number: req5565
Employee group: Trainee
Department: Talent Acquisition, Functional Learning and Youth Development
Reporting to: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: TN
Programme duration: 18 months
Locations: Johannesburg and Durban
Age requirement: 18 to 35 years
Closing date: 11 August 2026
Application method: Online
Fields of Study Covered
Applicants must have completed the theoretical N4 to N6 components in one of the following fields:
- Human Resource Management
- Marketing Management
- Financial Management
- Office Management
Applicants should ensure that their academic record clearly reflects completion of the relevant N4, N5 and N6 subjects.
Purpose of the Programme
The Work Integrated Learning programme aims to help TVET College students and recent graduates apply their academic knowledge in a professional workplace.
Participants will receive practical exposure through:
- Hands-on workplace training.
- Mentorship.
- Departmental projects.
- Administrative duties.
- Research activities.
- Operational support.
- Communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Professional-development workshops.
The programme is intended to improve participants’ workplace readiness and future employability.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Have completed Matric.
- Have completed all theoretical N4 to N6 requirements.
- Have studied Human Resource Management, Marketing, Financial Management or Office Management.
- Have no bursary obligation with another company.
- Have an institutional letter requesting in-service training.
- Submit a certified Matric certificate.
- Submit a certified South African identity document.
- Submit a complete academic record.
- Be available for the full 18-month programme.
Task Execution Responsibilities
Successful learners will support departmental or work-stream activities under supervision.
Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with specific projects.
- Completing routine operational tasks.
- Supporting administrative functions.
- Preparing documentation.
- Updating records.
- Compiling reports.
- Following instructions from supervisors.
- Supporting departmental activities.
Learning and Development
Participants will take part in structured learning and development activities.
These may include:
- Training sessions.
- Workshops.
- Mentorship programmes.
- Job shadowing.
- Workplace assignments.
- Practical learning activities.
- Guidance from experienced employees.
- Professional-development interventions.
Learners must demonstrate a willingness to learn and participate fully in programme activities.
Communication and Collaboration
The programme requires learners who can communicate effectively and work with different stakeholders.
Successful candidates may interact with:
- Customers.
- Suppliers.
- Internal teams.
- Supervisors.
- Colleagues.
- Other Transnet departments.
Learners may also serve as a contact point for basic queries and assistance.
Research and Analysis
Participants may assist with research and information-gathering activities.
Duties may include:
- Conducting basic market research.
- Collecting information.
- Capturing data.
- Analysing basic information.
- Preparing reports.
- Creating presentations.
- Using Microsoft Office applications.
- Supporting business decision-making.
Administrative Support
Administrative responsibilities may include:
- Filing.
- Document preparation.
- Data capturing.
- Updating spreadsheets.
- Preparing correspondence.
- Maintaining records.
- Compiling reports.
- Scheduling meetings.
- Organising departmental information.
- Providing general office support.
Compliance and Safety
Learners must comply with Transnet’s policies, procedures and safety requirements.
This includes:
- Following workplace rules.
- Maintaining confidentiality.
- Acting professionally.
- Complying with ethical standards.
- Protecting organisational information.
- Reporting safety concerns.
- Following approved procedures.
- Completing tasks accurately and responsibly.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Good written communication skills.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Basic computer literacy.
- Teamwork.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Professional conduct.
- Reliability.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Time-management skills.
Computer Skills
Applicants should have basic computer skills.
Relevant skills may include:
- Microsoft Word.
- Microsoft Excel.
- Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Email communication.
- Data capturing.
- Online systems.
- Electronic filing.
- Preparing basic reports.
Applicants should list their computer skills clearly in their CV.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- An updated Curriculum Vitae.
- A certified copy of their Matric certificate.
- A certified copy of their South African identity document.
- A complete academic record.
- An institutional in-service training letter for the Work Integrated Learning programme.
The institutional letter should confirm that the applicant requires workplace experience to complete their qualification.
Institutional Letter Requirement
The in-service training letter should preferably include:
- Applicant’s full name.
- Student number.
- Qualification title.
- Confirmation that N4 to N6 theoretical training has been completed.
- Confirmation that Work Integrated Learning is required.
- Requested training period.
- Institution’s official stamp.
- Contact details of the responsible college official.
Programme Duration
The programme will run for:
18 months
Successful candidates must be available for the full programme period.
The opportunity provides temporary workplace experience and does not guarantee permanent employment with Transnet after completion.
Programme Stipend
The advertisement does not specify the monthly stipend or remuneration.
Applicants should wait for official communication from Transnet regarding payment and contract conditions.
Preference for Persons with Disabilities
Preference will be given to persons with disabilities who meet the programme requirements.
Appointments will also be considered in line with Transnet’s Employment Equity Plan and the targets of the relevant operating division.
How to Apply for the Transnet Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026
Applications must be submitted online through the official Transnet Talent Portal.
Click here to apply for the Transnet Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026
Use the following details to identify the opportunity:
Position: Work Integrated Non-Technical Learner
Reference number: req5565
Locations: Johannesburg and Durban
Applicants should:
- Open the official Transnet application page.
- Create or sign in to a candidate profile.
- Complete all required application sections.
- Enter the correct qualification details.
- Upload an updated CV.
- Upload the certified Matric certificate and identity document.
- Upload the complete academic record.
- Upload the institutional in-service training letter.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit it before the closing date.
Work Integrated Learning Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
11 August 2026
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that Transnet Human Resources receives the application before the deadline.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting the application, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You completed Matric.
- You completed N4 to N6 theoretical training.
- Your qualification is in one of the listed fields.
- You have no bursary obligation with another company.
- Your institutional training letter is attached.
- Your Matric certificate is certified.
- Your identity document is certified.
- Your full academic record is attached.
- You selected reference number req5565.
- Your application is submitted by 11 August 2026.