How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official Transnet Talent Portal.

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Work Integrated Learner – Durban, Johannesburg

Reference: req5789

Applicants should ensure that their application reaches HR before the advertised closing date.

Closing Date

9 September 2026

Transnet states that it is the applicant’s responsibility to make sure HR receives the application before the closing date.

CV Tips for Transnet Work Integrated Learner Applicants

Because this is a Work Integrated Learning opportunity, your CV should focus more strongly on your education, technical subjects, projects and practical skills than on long work experience.

A good CV structure would include:

• Personal details
• Career objective
• Matric
• Current/recent engineering qualification
• Institution
• Engineering discipline
• Academic achievements
• Technical projects
• Computer skills
• Practical laboratory work
• Vacation work, if applicable
• Volunteer experience, if applicable
• References

Clearly State Your Engineering Discipline

For example:

Qualification: B Eng Tech Mechanical Engineering
Institution: [Institution Name]
Status: Theoretical coursework completed

or:

Qualification: S4 Electrical Engineering – Heavy Current
Institution: [Institution Name]
Status: S4 theoretical component completed

Include Relevant Academic Projects

If applicable, include projects involving:

• Electrical systems
• Mechanical design
• Civil structures
• Industrial processes
• Metallurgy
• Chemical processes
• Electronics
• Data analysis
• Engineering software
• Laboratory testing

Explain briefly what you did rather than simply listing the project title.

CV Profile Example

“Engineering student with completed theoretical coursework in Mechanical Engineering seeking Work Integrated Learning exposure with Transnet. Strong problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills with a willingness to learn and apply academic knowledge in a practical workplace environment.”

Adjust the discipline to match your own qualification.

Possible Transnet WIL Interview Questions

Applicants can prepare for questions such as:

1. Tell us about yourself.
2. Why do you want to complete your Work Integrated Learning at Transnet?
3. What engineering qualification are you studying?
4. Have you completed all your theoretical coursework?
5. Why did you choose your engineering discipline?
6. What do you know about Transnet?
7. What do you hope to learn during this 12-month programme?
8. Tell us about an engineering project you completed.
9. What was your role in the project?
10. What challenges did you face?
11. How did you solve those challenges?
12. How do you approach problem solving?
13. How do you work as part of a team?
14. Tell us about a time you had to meet a deadline.
15. How do you organise your work?
16. What computer programs are you comfortable using?
17. Are you comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint?
18. How would you handle a task you have never done before?
19. Why is attention to detail important in engineering?
20. Why is workplace safety important?
21. How would you handle confidential company information?
22. How do you respond to constructive feedback?
23. Are you comfortable communicating with customers, suppliers and colleagues?
24. What are your strongest technical skills?
25. Why should Transnet select you for this WIL programme?

Application Reminder

This opportunity is intended for candidates who have completed the required B Eng Tech or S4–S5 theoretical coursework in the listed engineering disciplines.

Applicants must also be South African citizens aged 18–35 and must submit the required academic and identification documents.

Closing Date: 9 September 2026