Internship (Mechanical Engineering)

Transnet Freight Rail (TFR) invites suitable, unemployed South African graduates between the ages of 18-35 to apply for an 18-month internship programme, within various functional areas to be provided with both the institutionalised knowledge and on-the-job training, to provide practical workplace experience to students or recent graduates, helping them apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting. This role is designed to enhance employability by offering hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific tasks.

This exciting opportunity is aimed at all students from registered TVET Colleges, who have no bursary obligation, and must have completed all theoretical training at the college. with no prior work experience in their respective field of study.

Position Outputs

• Successful candidates will be placed for work-exposure in the following area: Kilner Park. Qualifications and ExperienceREQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified copy of grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• Certified copy of qualifications/statement of results in Mechanical Engineering
• Stamped letter from Institution requesting In-service training
• Stamped Confirmation letter for theory completion from Institution
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document
• Proof of residential address. EXPERIENCE:
• No prior work experience is required. However, applicants will undergo a recruitment process. CITIZENSHIP:
• Must be a South African citizen.Competencies
• Candidates applying for the Internship programme should possess the following skills and competencies to succeed:
• Business understanding
• Administrative Skills
• Computer Skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High levels of integrity and professionalism.
• A customer-focused attitude towards work and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with different stakeholders.
• Politeness and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Energetic and a self-starter.
• Assertiveness in dealing with various situations.
• Conflict Resolution Management
• Research and Analytical skillsEquity StatementPreference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com