The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited invites South African students to apply for the Student Work Experiential Training Opportunities 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 15 April 2026 at 17h00
Internship Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Overview of the Experiential Training Programme
This opportunity forms part of the N3 Ashburton Interchange Upgrade Project, offering students structured workplace exposure in the engineering and construction sector.
The programme is designed for students who require P1, P2, or TVET Work Integrated Learning (WIL) to complete their qualifications.
Programme Details
- Opportunity: Student Work Experiential Training
- Project: N3 Ashburton Interchange Upgrade
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Fields of Study Accepted
Applications are open to students studying:
Universities of Technology (P1/P2)
- Civil Engineering
- Quantity Surveying
- Construction Management
TVET Colleges (NATED)
- Civil Engineering
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for students who:
- Require P1 or P2 training
- Need WIL placement to graduate
- Are studying engineering or construction-related fields
- Want hands-on infrastructure project experience
Skills You Will Gain
During the programme, students will gain exposure to:
- Construction site operations
- Engineering measurements
- Project coordination
- Safety procedures
- Material and quantity management
- Infrastructure compliance systems
Minimum Requirements
Universities of Technology Students
Applicants must submit:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter
- Letter from institution (not older than 3 months)
- Certified academic transcript
- Certified ID copy
- Proof of residence
- Signed logbook (if P1 already completed)
TVET College Students
Applicants must submit:
- CV and cover letter
- Signed logbook from previous employer
- Letter from TVET College (not older than 3 months)
- Certified academic transcript
- Certified ID copy
- Proof of residence
Important:
- Must have completed 12 months prior WIL experience
Important Application Instructions
Applicants must use the correct email subject line:
- TVET Applicants:
Ashburton TVET WIL Application 03.2026 Surname Initials - University of Technology Applicants:
Ashburton UOT P2 Application 04.2026 Surname Initials
Incorrect subject lines may result in disqualification.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for SANRAL Student Experiential Training Opportunities 2026:
mailto:applications1@corazon.co.za
Email your application to:
Enquiries:
Important Notes
- Ensure all required documents are attached
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Closing date: 15 April 2026 at 17h00
- If you do not receive feedback by 30 April 2026, consider your application unsuccessful
This experiential training opportunity offers students a valuable chance to gain real-world experience on a major national infrastructure project, helping build a strong foundation for careers in engineering and construction.