VW learnerships Programme
Graduate Trainee Programme | Volkswagen South Africa
Our Trainee Programmes provide opportunities for passionate individuals who share our values of Respect, Integrity, and Excellence and One Team, to explore the dynamic world of vehicle manufacturing. Our Programmes will expose you to corporate, personal and leadership development, and give you in-depth exposure to our business.
Volkswagen Group South Africa’s Graduate Trainee Programme is your opportunity to explore the dynamic world of vehicle manufacturing. We place talented Graduates in full-time employment, in our 11-month Graduate Trainee Programme. Whilst on the programme you will be exposed to corporate, personal and leadership development, which will allow you to get to grips with the working world and lay a solid foundation for a successful career. On successful completion, you will transfer to a full-time role in the Division you were recruited for.
Graduate Trainee Programme Requirements
Interested candidates who want to apply for this learnership position should ensure that they meet the following criteria
The Graduate Trainee Programme is open to all South African citizens. The requirements differ each year depending on business needs. Typically we recruit students who possess University Diplomas/Degrees in the following fields:
- Engineering
- Sales and Marketing
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Human Resources
- Purchasing
- Logistics
While academic qualifications are essential to achieve great heights in our industry we also look for the following qualities:
- Leadership, problem-solving, big-picture thinking, and networking skills.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing world of innovation and creativity.
- A passion for our Brands Identification with our values of Excellence, One Team and Respect.
As part of the Company’s Employment Equity and Transformation Goals, preference will be given to designated groups of applicants.
VW learnerships online application for 2023
All learnership application processes are made online as they open yearly. To apply for the online VW Learnership application check here to browse and apply for the available advertised positions.
- Applications are submitted online
- Applicants that possess the desired qualifications and above-average academic results will be shortlisted for the various positions
- The selection process will include a screening interview, cognitive assessment and final assessment day at the Volkswagen Group South Africa plant.
- Candidates who are successful in the above-mentioned steps will then be made formal offers to join Volkswagen Group South Africa!
Application Dates
The Opening and closing dates vary depending on the position available. Applicants are reminded to ensure that they submit their application early the better. VW will not tolerate any late applications.
VW learnerships Stipend
When you register for a Learnership you will be paid in the form of a stipend. This means you will be paid monthly while you are on the entire learnership.
Volkswagen South Africa VW contact details
Find contact information below for Learnership enquires and availability at VW South Africa.
- Volkswagen Head Office
Physical address:
103 Algoa Road
Uitenhage
South Africa
6229 - Postal address:
PO Box 80
Uitenhage
6230 - Volkswagen National Sales office
Physical address:
129 Patricia Road
Sandton
South Africa
2146 - Postal address:
Private Bag X9925
Sandton
2146
About Volkswagen Group South Africa
Established in 1946, Volkswagen Group South Africa is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Aktiengessellschaft (VWAG) in Germany. It is the largest German investment in South Africa and is a major contributor to foreign direct investment, technology transfer and skills development. Volkswagen Group South Africa is located in Uitenhage, an industrial town some 35 km from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape.
Transforming the lives of all South Africans.
Volkswagen Group South Africa strongly believe that job creation and skills development fuel economic prosperity, that’s why for generations we have tried to lead transformation in the lives of all South Africans.
Our first priority is to build a strong and successful business that protects and creates jobs within Volkswagen and our broader family of suppliers and franchised dealers. As a multi-national corporation, Volkswagen has a strong commitment to boosting foreign direct investment in South Africa and promoting the transfer of world-class technology, knowledge and skills. Hundreds of Volkswagen Group South Africa employees at all levels have received training at Volkswagen plants throughout the world.
