TVET college students who require work experience to complete their qualifications may consider applying for Transnet’s 2027 Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity, available in five South African destinations.
The opportunity targets students who completed the theoretical component of an N4-N6 qualification in Office Management or Supply Chain Management, but require work-integrated learning to finish their studies.
According to the opportunity description, applications are due by 2 September 2026.
Transnet WIL placements have vacancies in 5 destinations
The non-technical TVET WIL opportunity includes placements in:
- Pretoria
- Johannesburg
- Durban
- Pietermaritzburg
- Richards Bay
The programme will enable qualifying students to gain experience in their discipline while completing the work-integrated learning component of their qualifications.
The opportunity is open to students who completed, or are about to complete, the theoretical N4-N6 qualification in Office Management or Supply Chain Management.
Who can apply?
Applicants must satisfy the discipline-specific and general requirements described below.
Academic requirements
You must:
- have a Matric certificate; and
- have completed the theoretical N4-N6 qualification in Office Management or Supply Chain Management
General requirements
You must:
- be a South African citizen
- be aged between 18 and 35 years
- have an in-service training letter from your institution, confirming that you need to complete work-integrated learning as part of your studies
- not have any bursary obligation with another company
The opportunity description indicates that preference will be given to persons with disabilities.
Documents students need to submit
Students must prepare the following supporting documents before applying for the opportunity:
- an updated CV
- Grade 12 report or certificate
- full academic transcript
- in-service training letter from the TVET college
- certified copy of SA ID
Applicants must ensure that the information in the documents matches the personal details provided in the application form.
Why the in-service training letter is important
For students, work-integrated learning is an integral part of their studies, which complements the theoretical component of their qualification. As such, students must obtain the required in-service training letter from their college if they do not have it. When requesting the document, students should ensure that the letter is not expiring on the application deadline for the Transnet WIL opportunity.
How to apply for the Transnet WIL opportunity
Applications must be submitted online via the Transnet Talent Portal.
Apply for the Transnet WIL opportunity here.
Students must use the online application system and should ensure that they understand the vacancy details before submitting the application.
The Transnet WIL opportunity for 2027 closes on 2 September 2026.
Since some portals disable submissions on the due date, qualifying students should consider submitting their applications well before the deadline.
What students should know before applying
The Transnet WIL opportunity is a Work Integrated Learning Programme for TVET College Students.
As such, students should understand that this is not an entry-level vacancy. While the opportunity provides an excellent chance to gain practical experience in the discipline, applicants should note the following:
- The funding description does not indicate a salary or monthly stipend. As such, students should not expect to be paid for participating in the programme.
- The vacancy description does not confirm that participants will be employed by Transnet immediately after completing the work-integrated learning component. Students should treat the opportunity as a way to gain experience while completing their studies.
A practical opportunity for TVET students
The Transnet WIL opportunity can benefit students who completed the theoretical component of their N4-N6 qualifications but need practical experience to complete their studies. By gaining experience in a professional environment, students can develop a deeper understanding of the concepts they learned at college. For instance, students who undertake the Office Management course will gain insight into the workings of the administrative field, while those in Supply Chain Management will obtain first-hand knowledge of the logistics industry.
However, students should note that vacancies are subject to the company’s selection process.
Transnet WIL opportunity: Key information at a glance
Programme: Transnet Work Integrated Learning 2027
Category: Non-technical WIL – TVET College
Disciplines: Office Management and Supply Chain Management
Destinations: Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Richards Bay
Age: 18–35 years
Citizenship: South African citizens
Academic qualification: Matric and completed theoretical N4-N6 qualification in the relevant discipline
Additional requirements: In-service training letter from the relevant institution
Closing date: 2 September 2026
How to apply: Apply online via the Transnet Talent Portal.
Sources
This opportunity was sourced from the Transnet WIL vacancy description, which outlines the requirements, destinations, documents and closing date for the programme. The application link is included above.
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We do not include salaries, stipends, employment guarantees, requirements and application instructions that are not included in the original vacancy description. As such, readers are advised to ensure that they have the most updated information before submitting an application for this vacancy.
Disclaimer and scam advice
The information contained in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as an assurance of employment or selection.
Applicants must apply for the vacancy using the formal application process and must be wary of individuals or entities asking for payment in exchange for assistance with the vacancy. Never disclose sensitive financial information, such as banking PINs and passwords, to any unverified entity.
