Kickstart your career with one of South Africa’s leading freight logistics and transport companies! Transnet is inviting ambitious graduates and students to apply for its Young Professional-in-Training (YPT) and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities for 2025–2026, offering practical experience across a variety of fields and locations. These structured programmes are designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and professional exposure necessary to thrive in the logistics, commercial, and corporate sectors.
🌟 Available Programmes and Roles
Transnet offers multiple opportunities tailored to different disciplines:
- Young Professional-in-Training (Commercial & Planning)
- Duration: 24 months
- Location: Durban Terminals
- Qualifications: Degree, BTech, or Diploma in Management Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Business Management, or Logistics.
- Requirements: South African citizen, aged 18–35, 0–1 year work experience.
- Work Integrated Learning (Non-Technical / ICT / Commercial & Planning)
- Duration: 18 months
- Qualifications: Matric certificate, N6 Office Administration, or N6 Business Management.
- Requirements: South African citizen, aged 18–35, preference for persons with disabilities. Applicants must provide certified copies of Matric certificate, academic records, ID, and TVET experiential learning letter.
- Young Professional-in-Training (Supply Chain)
- Duration: 24 months
- Location: Durban Terminals
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management
- Requirements: South African citizen, aged 18–35, 0–1 year work experience.
- Young Professional-in-Training (Social Work / Psychology)
- Duration: 24 months
- Qualifications: Degree or Honours in Social Work or Psychology
- Requirements: South African citizen, aged 18–35, 0–1 year work experience.
These programmes offer graduates and students the chance to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to multiple departments within Transnet. Participants will develop critical skills in problem-solving, teamwork, professional communication, and industry-specific knowledge that will position them strongly for future career growth.
📌 Key Competencies and Skills
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail and ability to work effectively in teams
- Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
💼 Benefits of Joining Transnet’s Programmes
- Structured Learning: Gain practical and theoretical training in your chosen field.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Receive guidance from seasoned professionals to help shape your career path.
- Career Development: Exposure to various departments provides insight into different facets of logistics, supply chain management, commercial planning, and social services within a large-scale national corporation.
- Networking: Build valuable relationships with peers, managers, and industry leaders.
- Real-World Experience: Work on live projects that impact South Africa’s economy and transport sector.
⚖️ Employment Equity & Inclusion
Transnet is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups, in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan and targets. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The company fosters an inclusive work environment where all employees can grow and succeed.
📄 How to Apply
- Prepare your documents: ID, academic transcripts, qualifications, and any certificates required for your chosen programme.
- Visit the Transnet Talent Portal to view the available positions and apply online.
- Complete the online application form and upload all required documents. Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date: 25 September 2025.
These programmes provide a unique opportunity to develop a meaningful career while contributing to South Africa’s logistics, transport, and social sectors. Whether your background is in commercial planning, supply chain, social work, or administrative studies, Transnet’s structured approach ensures that graduates and students gain valuable skills, exposure, and mentorship to excel in their future careers.
Apply today to be part of Transnet’s Young Professional-in-Training and Work Integrated Learning programmes and take the first step toward a rewarding career with South Africa’s logistics leader.
