The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduates in Training (GIT) Programme 2026, offering valuable workplace experience across multiple disciplines and regions nationwide.
The programme is designed to help recent graduates transition from academic study into the professional world by providing structured on-the-job training aligned with their qualifications. Successful candidates will gain practical skills, industry exposure, and experience that can strengthen their future career prospects.
Applications close on 23 June 2026.
Programme Overview
Programme: PRASA Graduates in Training (GIT) Programme 2026
Organisation: Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)
Location: Various regions across South Africa
Experience Required: None
Application Closing Date: 23 June 2026
About the PRASA Graduate Programme
Finding employment after graduation can be challenging, especially when many entry-level positions require previous work experience. PRASA’s Graduates in Training Programme addresses this challenge by giving graduates an opportunity to develop practical workplace skills while working alongside experienced professionals.
Participants will gain exposure to real projects, operational environments, and industry practices that prepare them for long-term careers within the transport and infrastructure sectors.
Fields Available
Graduates can apply for opportunities in a variety of disciplines, including:
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
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
Hold the required qualification for the position they are applying for.
Be a South African graduate seeking workplace experience.
Have no previous work experience, as experience is not required for this programme.
Any additional supporting documents requested for the position
Ensure all documents are clear, certified where necessary, and submitted before the deadline.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via email to the relevant regional address for the position being applied for.
When submitting your application:
Quote the correct reference number.
Apply only for positions that match your qualification.
Attach all required supporting documents.
Submit your application before the closing date.
Closing Date
The closing date for the PRASA Graduates in Training (GIT) Programme 2026 is 23 June 2026. Late applications may not be considered.
Final Thoughts
The PRASA Graduates in Training Programme 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain practical workplace experience in one of South Africa’s key transport organisations. With positions available across multiple provinces and disciplines, the programme offers valuable exposure that can help graduates build successful long-term careers.
If your qualification matches one of the advertised fields, prepare your application carefully and submit it before the deadline to maximise your chances of being considered.
