Volkswagen Group South Africa (Pty) Ltd invites South African TVET College students residing in Kariega and Gqeberha to apply for the Experiential Trainee Programme 2026 within the Learning Academy – Human Resources (Kariega). This programme is aimed at N6 students who require practical workplace experience to complete their National N Diploma.
Experiential Trainee Programme Application Closing Date: 23 January 2026
Programme Location: Kariega, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Programme Duration: 18 months (01 March 2026 – 31 August 2027)
About Volkswagen Group South Africa
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) is one of the leading automotive manufacturers in the country, with its main production plant based in Kariega, Eastern Cape. The company is committed to skills development, youth empowerment, and transformation through structured training programmes that support education-to-work transitions for young South Africans.
About the Experiential Trainee Programme
The Experiential Trainee Programme is designed for TVET College N6 students who still require practical workplace exposure to complete their National N Diploma. Trainees will receive hands-on, on-the-job training in a suitable area linked to their field of study within the Learning Academy – Human Resources.
This programme provides a solid foundation for students to build long-term careers within the corporate and human resources environment.
Programme Details
- Programme Type: Experiential Trainee Programme (HR Learning Academy)
- Duration: 18 months
- Start Date: 01 March 2026
- End Date: 31 August 2027
- Training Method: On-the-job practical training aligned to qualification
Fields of Study Accepted
Applicants must have completed N6 in one of the following fields:
- Business Management N6
- Management Assistant N6
- Financial Management N6
- Human Resource Management N6
- Office Management N6
Minimum Requirements
To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Completed N6 certificate within the last 3 years
- Must still require practical experience to obtain a National N Diploma
- Must be residing in Kariega or Gqeberha
- Must be able to provide N6 results and transcript
- Be willing to participate in an 18-month training programme
Added Advantage
- Valid Code 08 driver’s licence
Documents Required
Applicants must upload certified copies of the following:
- South African ID document
- N6 Certificate
- N6 Academic Transcript
⚠️ Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Employment Equity
Volkswagen Group South Africa is committed to Employment Equity and Transformation. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from previously disadvantaged groups and persons with disabilities in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Volkswagen Group South Africa Experiential Trainee Programme 2026
Applications must be submitted online via the Volkswagen Group careers portal.
Programme Closing Date
Closing Date: 23 January 2026
Late applications will not be accepted.