Toyota Boshoku South Africa (TBSA) offers a great chance for recent graduates in 2026. The company invites unemployed South African graduates to join its Graduate Trainee Programme. This 24-month program gives hands-on experience in the automotive manufacturing field. If you have a degree in engineering, this could be your path to a strong career start in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
About the Toyota Boshoku SA Graduate Trainee Programme 2026
Toyota Boshoku South Africa runs this program to help new graduates gain real-world skills. It focuses on practical work in automotive manufacturing. You will learn industry operations and get technical training that matches your degree. The goal is to build a solid base for your engineering career.
The program runs for 24 months. It includes structured training and daily workplace tasks. Graduates get exposure to how cars and parts are made.
Programme Duration and Benefits
This trainee program lasts 24 months. During this time, you will have structured development training. You gain practical experience that fits your qualification. The program exposes you to automotive operations and technical settings.
Key benefits include hands-on work in a real factory. You build skills for the industry. It helps you grow professionally while working in Durban.
Available Fields of Study
TBSA seeks graduates with a Degree at NQF Level 8 in specific areas. Here are the fields and openings:
- BSc Mechanical Engineering (3 positions). Mechatronic Engineering falls under this.
- BSc Chemical Engineering (1 position).
- BEng or BSc Industrial Engineering (2 positions).
- BSc Information Engineering (1 position).
- BEng or BSc Electrical Engineering (1 position). Electronic Engineering is included here.
Check your degree against these to see if you qualify.
Minimum Requirements
To apply, you must meet these basics:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Hold a completed relevant Degree (NQF Level 8).
- Not be in another graduate program right now.
- Not have done a graduate development program before.
These rules ensure the program helps those who need it most.
Required Application Documents
Prepare these items for your application. All must be in the right format:
- Updated CV in PDF.
- Certified copy of your South African ID.
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate.
- Certified copies of your degree qualifications.
- Certified copy of your latest academic transcript.
Have everything ready before you send your email.
Key Competencies and Skills
TBSA looks for candidates with certain traits. Show these in your application:
- Strong written and verbal communication.
- Commitment to learning and growth.
- Ability to work well in a team.
- Good interpersonal skills for building relationships.
- Strong work ethic and adaptability.
These skills help you succeed in the program and beyond.
How to Apply
Send your application by email to [email protected]. Put the graduate stream you want in the subject line. For example, use “BSc Mechanical Engineering” if that fits you.
The closing date is 22 May 2026. Only shortlisted candidates get contacted. The company follows Employment Equity principles in selection. Apply soon to get your spot in this Toyota Boshoku SA Graduate Traineeships 2026 program.