Location: South Africa
Description:
Looking for workplace experience after completing your studies? Transnet Freight Rail is offering 12 to 18-month internship opportunities across several fields, giving unemployed graduates practical exposure in one of South Africa’s largest transport and logistics organisations.
These opportunities are open to South African graduates aged 18 to 35 who have completed their theoretical studies and have no prior work experience in their field. Applications close between 12 June and 15 June 2026 depending on the internship.
Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) is recruiting interns in multiple disciplines across South Africa.
The internship programme combines structured workplace learning, mentorship, and practical industry exposure to help graduates gain valuable experience and improve their employability.
The programme is aimed at graduates from TVET Colleges and Higher Education Institutions who have completed all theoretical training and do not have bursary obligations.
Successful candidates will be placed in various depots, departments, and operational locations within Transnet Freight Rail.
The internship duration ranges from 12 to 18 months.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• South African citizen
• Aged between 18 and 35 years
• Unemployed graduate
• Completed all theoretical training
• No prior work experience in the relevant field
• Studied at a registered TVET College or Higher Education InstitutionEducational Resources
• No bursary obligations
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Administrative skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Professional and ethical conduct
• Customer-focused mindset
• Research and analytical skills
Benefits
• 12 to 18-month internship programme
• Practical workplace experience
• On-the-job training
• Industry exposure
• Professional mentorship
• Improved employability
• Exposure to rail and logistics operations
• Opportunity to apply academic knowledge in the workplace
• Experience within the company
Responsibilities:
• Participate in structured workplace learning
• Complete practical training assignments
• Support departmental activities
• Apply academic knowledge in real work environments
• Work with mentors and supervisors
• Complete internship programme requirements
• Assist with administrative and operational tasks
• Contribute to team objectives and projects
Closing Date: 15 June 2026