Transnet Internship Programme; Transnet is offering Internship Programme for the academic year in the following areas: Parktown/Johannesburg, Kimberley, Saldana, Braamfontein, Bellville & Durban, Ermelo, Ogies, Witbank, Nelspruit, Phalaborwa, Komatipoort, Richards Bay, Bloemfontein, Isando, Sentrarand, Pretoria, Natalspruit, De Aar & Durban.
This is a 24-month-long internship programme and the interns will receive monthly stipends during their placement. Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 35 to qualify.
Transnet delivers internationally as well as nationally. It is a state-owned entity, owned in totality by the South African Government. It is seen as the custodian of pipelines, railways as well as ports.
They aid in the growth of the economy, while also providing healthy competitiveness. They deliver trustworthy freight and transport services to all sectors, satisfying customer needs.
Transnet is known to be the largest freight delivery network in South Africa, providing quality services to all its residents. It moves cargo through the ports, then via train or road to each destination locally, and then additionally also ship’s cargo to international ports.
The company works according to the highest standards, delivering goods, efficiently, safely, and reliably to all corners of South Africa. Their internship is devised to promote skilled workmanship to support the economic growth of the country.
They offer positions as their demands rise. Some of these are as short as 12 months, whereas others can even go up to 4 years.
Transnet Internship Programme Available
Transnet offers a variety of fields each year, here are some that may be of interest to you, depending on your desired career path:
- Civil Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electrical Engineering ( Heavy Current)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgy (Physical)
- Industrial Engineering
- Chartered Accountants
- Protection Officer
- Aircraft Artisan
Transnet Internship Programme Requirements
Applications are accepted yearly for a variety of internships to fill openings that arise within Transnet. Grade 12 learners, those studying further as well as Graduates are all welcome to apply, within their fields of openings.
Candidates will also be required to have the following:
- Candidates must hold a valid Matric certificate
- Must have a level 5 for Physical Science
- Must have a level 5 for Mathematics
- Candidates must be a South African citizen
- Candidates must hold a valid ID book/card
- Candidates must pass a fitness evaluation
- Candidates must pass a medical examination
- Candidates must pass a Psychometrical test
- Candidates with a degree or diploma within the selected discipline
- Candidates must be MS as well as computer literate
- Must be proficient in English (read, write & speak)
- Candidates must not hold any kind of criminal record
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. Ensure you attach all relevant certified documentation to your application, in addition to a curriculum vitae. The curriculum vitae should reflect your expertise, and competencies along with your skills and interests.
Transnet Internship Programme Application
Internship online application processes are made available during the year. There are multiple sites where applications can be made, however, it is recommended to regularly check on the Transnet Webpages or Careers Page for any developments during the year.
There are a couple of different forms for communication and acquiring information regarding their Internships, here are some of those:
Fax: 011 – 774 9235
E-mail: [email protected]
The closing dates for internships differ, depending on the current need within Transnet.
Most are open at the start of each year, however, closing dates can be from March to September. They also have some open in the middle of the year and close the following year in January.
Thus it is highly recommended to make regular checks on their website for such openings. Please note that if you have not had any correspondence within 30 days of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
Transnet receives a vast amount of applications each year, consequently, they cannot respond to all, but only those who have qualified.