Hey South African graduates! Ready to kickstart your career with a powerhouse like Transnet? The **Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) Young Professional in Training Programme 2025/2026** is calling your name! This isn’t just an ordinary internship; it’s a fantastic bursary-like opportunity – a launchpad for your professional journey, offering two years of solid training and real-world experience. If you’ve recently graduated and are looking for an amazing opportunity to grow your skills and build a strong foundation for your future, then you absolutely need to keep reading!
Think of the Transnet Young Professional Training Programme as your golden ticket to gaining invaluable work experience and professional skills within Transnet Freight Rail. While it’s a training programme rather than a traditional academic bursary for tuition fees, it effectively *funds* your entry into the professional world through structured, on-the-job development. This two-year programme is designed to equip you with institutional knowledge and practical skills, ensuring you’re well-prepared for future employment within a leading state-owned enterprise.
Who Can Apply?
Transnet Freight Rail invites South African unemployed graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 to apply. You’ll need to have a relevant National Diploma or Degree in one of the following fields:
- Internal Auditing
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Taxation
- Finance
- Information Management
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- BCom Commercial
- BCom Law
- BCom Marketing (Research)
- BCom Economics
- BCom Finance
- BCom Strategic Management
- BCom with Information Systems
- BCom IT
- Human Resources Management
- Logistics and Transport Management
- Project Management
- Industrial Engineering
- Tourism Management or related discipline
- Travel & Tourism
- Marketing
- BSc Natural Sciences (Earth & Environmental)
- BSc in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management
- BTech in Environmental Science
- BA Law
- LLB
- BCom Law
- Contract Law
- National Diploma in Safety Management
- BA in Safety Management
- BA in Disaster and Safety/Risk Management
- Honours or Master’s Degree in Ergonomics or Human Factors-CSO
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work
- B Degree in Human Resource Management
- Industrial Psychology
For the **Sector Specific Trainee Programme**, you will need:
- A Grade 12 / Matric Certificate
- To be between 18 and 35 years old
- A TVET N6 in Logistics/Transport is advantageous
What Does It Cover?
This Young Professional in Training Programme is a comprehensive two-year structured graduate development initiative. It focuses on providing you with invaluable institutional knowledge and extensive on-the-job training. Your progress will be assessed every six months, ensuring continuous development and alignment with both your individual career aspirations and Transnet’s organisational goals. It’s an opportunity to gain practical, paid work experience that builds a strong foundation for your future career without having to worry about study debt.
How to Apply?
Applying is straightforward! Simply click on the relevant link below for the specific Young Professional in Training position you are interested in. Make sure you apply for the role that matches your qualifications and career goals. Don’t forget to double-check all requirements before submitting your application!
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Young Professional in Training (Ref No: req3549) – Social Work opportunities across various locations:
- Nelspruit: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3549)
- Bellville: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3548)
- Isando: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3545)
- Durban: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3547)
- Johannesburg: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3546)
- Saldanha: Apply Online for Social Work (Ref No: req3544)
Young Professional in Training (Ref No: req3470) – Human Resources/Industrial Psychology opportunities across various locations:
- Upington: Apply Online for Human Resources (Ref No: req3470)
- Bellville: Apply Online for Human Resources (Ref No: req3472)
- Richards Bay: Apply Online for Human Resources (Ref No: req3468)
- Polokwane: Apply Online for Human Resources (Ref No: req3467)
Sector Specific Trainee Programme opportunities across various locations:
- Port Elizabeth: Apply Online for the Sector Specific Trainee Programme (Ref No: req3466)
- East London: Apply Online for the Sector Specific Trainee Programme (Ref No: req3465)
- Ngqura: Apply Online for the Sector Specific Trainee Programme (Ref No: req3422)
Ready to jumpstart your career with one of South Africa’s leading state-owned companies? This Transnet Young Professional Training Programme is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience and set yourself up for future success. Don’t let this chance pass you by – apply before the closing date! And remember, for more incredible opportunities, keep checking Bursaries Room!
