Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Schedule: Full Time
Contract Type: Internship
Reference Number: ZA00784

Rheinmetall Resonant South Africa (RHR SA), part of the global Rheinmetall Group, invites high-performing final-year engineering students and recent graduates to apply for the 2026 Engineering Graduate Programme. This programme is designed to identify, develop, and nurture young engineering talent by providing structured training, mentorship, and hands-on exposure within a highly technical engineering design environment.

The Engineering Graduate Programme offers participants a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a world-class engineering organisation operating at the forefront of advanced technology and innovation. Graduates will work alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, contributing to real engineering projects while building strong professional and technical competencies.

Programme Overview

The Rheinmetall Engineering Graduate Programme focuses on developing future-ready engineers through:

• Structured graduate development and technical training
• Practical, hands-on experience in engineering design and development
• Exposure to real-world engineering challenges and solutions
• Professional mentorship and coaching from experienced engineers
• A collaborative and innovative work environment

Graduates will gain insight into Rheinmetall’s engineering processes, systems, and standards while developing skills aligned with industry best practices.

Eligible Fields of Engineering

Opportunities are available to final-year university students and graduates who have completed or are completing a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in one of the following disciplines:

• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronic Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electronic Engineering

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for the programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID
• Must be in their final year of study or have completed a BEng degree
• Must have achieved a minimum academic average of 75%
• Must submit a detailed academic transcript issued by the university
• Strong interest in engineering design, innovation, and technical problem-solving

Why Join Rheinmetall?

Rheinmetall is a globally respected engineering and technology group with a strong footprint in South Africa. By joining the Engineering Graduate Programme, successful candidates will benefit from:

• Exposure to an internationally recognised engineering organisation
• High-quality technical training and development
• A solid foundation for a long-term engineering career
• A professional environment that values excellence, innovation, and growth

This programme is ideal for motivated, high-achieving graduates who are eager to launch their engineering careers in a challenging and rewarding technical environment.

Apply now and take the first step toward building your engineering career with Rheinmetall Resonant South Africa.

APPLY HERE