PRASA Graduates in Training Internships 2026

Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) invites South African graduates to apply for the Graduates in Training Programme 2026.

Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 23 June 2026

Graduate Programme Location: Various PRASA regions across South Africa

PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa is inviting applications for the Graduates in Training Programme 2026.

This programme is designed to provide structured workplace learning opportunities to graduates across various PRASA regions and departments.

Successful candidates will gain practical workplace exposure aligned with their qualifications while developing technical skills, workplace readiness and professional experience.

Programme Details

Organisation: Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa
Programme: Graduates in Training Programme 2026
Duration: Structured Graduate Training Programme
Experience Required: None
Location: Various PRASA regions nationwide
Closing Date: 23 June 2026

Fields Available

Opportunities are available in the following fields:

Industrial Engineering.

Environmental Engineering.

Safety Management.

Electrical Engineering.

Civil Engineering.

Mechanical Engineering.

Mechatronics.

Electronics Engineering.

Infrastructure Maintenance.

Rolling Stock Maintenance.

Risk Management.

Property Management.

Real Estate.

Financial Accounting.

Auditing.

Cost and Management Accounting.

Energy Management.

Information Engineering.

Signalling Electronics.

Computer Systems.

What is the PRASA Graduates in Training Programme?

The PRASA Graduates in Training Programme provides structured workplace learning exposure to graduates who require practical experience aligned with their qualifications.

The programme aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and workplace application.

It also helps improve graduate employability and develops technical and professional competencies.

Graduates will be exposed to real projects and operational environments while building experience for the rail and transport sector.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess the qualification required for the specific opportunity they are applying for.

No previous experience is required.

Applicants must apply only for positions that match their qualifications.

General Skills Required

Candidates should demonstrate technical skills, problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

Good communication skills, time management, teamwork and professionalism are also important.

Applicants should be accountable, adaptable and willing to learn.

Safety awareness is also important in the rail and transport environment.

Knowledge Areas

Successful candidates may develop knowledge in technical workplace practices, infrastructure operations, health and safety regulations, equipment usage and workplace procedures.

Graduates may also gain exposure to industry standards and Microsoft Office applications.

Available Opportunities and Reference Numbers

Rail Head Office: Braamfontein

Industrial Engineer

Reference: GIT/RAILHO/IE/001
Qualification: Industrial Engineering
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 5

Environmental Engineer

Reference: GIT/RAILHO/EE/002
Qualification: Environmental Engineering
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 2

Safety Officer

Reference: GIT/RAILHO/SO/003
Qualification: Safety
Minimum Requirement: B Degree or National Diploma
Number of Positions: 3

Application Emails: Rail Head Office

Email: Sanele.Hlatshwayo@prasa.com
Email: Tsholofelo.Molekwa@prasa.com

Gauteng Region

Infrastructure Maintenance

Reference: GIT/GAU_REG/IM/001
Qualification: Electrical Engineering, Heavy Current or Light Current
Number of Positions: 15

Rolling Stock Maintenance

Reference: GIT/GAU_REG/RSM/002
Qualification: Electrical, Electronics or Industrial Engineering
Number of Positions: 15

Application Email: Gauteng Region

Email: Recruitment.gau@prasa.com

KwaZulu-Natal Region

Infrastructure Engineering Technician

Reference: GIT/KZN/IM/001
Fields: Electrical Engineering, FM, Signals, Electronics and Telecommunications
Number of Positions: 16

Infrastructure Engineering: Perway

Reference: GIT/KZN/RS/002
Qualification: Civil Engineering
Number of Positions: 4

Application Email: KwaZulu-Natal Region

Email: recruit@prasa.com

Eastern Cape Region

Rolling Stock Maintenance

References: GIT/EC/RSM/KU/001 and GIT/EC/RSM/QG/002
Qualifications: Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or related technical qualifications
Number of Positions: 8 in Koumpo and 4 in Qgebera

Risk Management

Reference: GIT/EC/RM/GQ/003
Qualifications: Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, Safety and Quality Management or Risk Management
Number of Positions: 1

Application Email: Eastern Cape Region

Email: Humancapitalec@prasa.com

PRASA Group Capital

Electrical Engineering: Heavy Current

Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/EE/001
Number of Positions: 3

Mechanical Engineering

Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/ME/002
Number of Positions: 3

Signalling Electronics, Computer Systems and Information Engineering

Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/SS/003
Number of Positions: 3

Perway Civil Engineering

Reference: GIT/CAPITAL/PP/004
Number of Positions: 3

Application Email: PRASA Group Capital

Email: Kgothatso.ntoane@prasa.com

Western Cape Region

Infrastructure Engineering Technician

Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ENG-TECH/001
Number of Positions: 14

Infrastructure Electrician

Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ELEC/002
Number of Positions: 4

Infrastructure Plumber

Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-PLU/003
Number of Positions: 3

Infrastructure Engineer

Reference: GIT/WC/INFRA-ENG/004
Number of Positions: 4

Rolling Stock Engineering Technician

Reference: GIT/WC/RSET/005
Number of Positions: 5

Rolling Stock Engineer

Reference: GIT/WC/RSE/006
Number of Positions: 5

Application Email: Western Cape Region

Email: recruitment.wc@prasa.com

Intersite Asset Investments: Head Office

Property Management and Real Estate

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/PM-RE/001
Number of Positions: 1

Property Development Studies and Built Environment

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/PDS-BE/002
Number of Positions: 1

Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/FA-A-CMA/003
Number of Positions: 1

Electrical Engineering and Energy Management

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_HO/EEHC-EM/004
Number of Positions: 1

Application Email: Intersite Head Office

Email: recruitment.cresho@prasa.com

Intersite Asset Investments: Gauteng

Property Management and Real Estate

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_GAU/PM-RE/005
Number of Positions: 3

Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_GAU/FA-CMA/006
Number of Positions: 3

Application Email: Intersite Gauteng

Email: Recruitment.sgr@prasa.com

Intersite Asset Investments: KZN and Eastern Cape

Property Management and Real Estate

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_KZN-EC/PM-RE/007
Number of Positions: 3

Financial Accounting, Auditing and Cost and Management Accounting

Reference: GIT/INTERSITE_KZN-EC/FAA-CMA/008
Number of Positions: 2

Application Email: Intersite KZN and Eastern Cape

Email: prasacres.recruitmentkzn@prasa.com

Key Performance Areas

Successful graduates will assist with administrative and operational duties.

They will conduct research and investigations and support departmental projects.

Graduates will use industry-relevant software and systems, maintain professional communication and learn organisational policies and procedures.

They will also develop technical and workplace competencies, maintain confidentiality, participate in training activities and demonstrate initiative and professionalism.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit the following documents:

Updated Curriculum Vitae.

Certified copies of qualifications.

Any additional supporting documents requested by PRASA.

Applicants must ensure that all documents are clear and certified where required.

How to apply

Click here to apply for PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 by emailing your application to the relevant regional email address listed above.

Applicants must clearly indicate the correct reference number in their application.

Applications must be emailed to the relevant region or business unit according to the position being applied for.

Important Application Tips

Apply only for positions that match your qualification.

Clearly indicate the reference number in the subject line or application.

Ensure that all documents are clear and certified.

Submit your application before the closing date.

Closing Date

The closing date for the PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 is 23 June 2026.

Late applications may not be considered.

Final Thoughts

The PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 is a valuable opportunity for graduates who want to gain practical workplace experience in the rail, transport, engineering, finance, property and infrastructure sectors.

Graduates who meet the requirements should apply before 23 June 2026 and ensure that they use the correct reference number and email address.