Overview
Air Traffic and Navigation Services Company (ATNS) invites qualifying South African graduates to apply for the ATNS Graduate-in-Training Programme 2026. The internship offers practical work exposure, professional development, mentorship and on-the-job training over 24 months. Locations include Bedfordview, with training exposure at the ATNS head office in Bruma and the Aviation Training Academy in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. The official ATNS recruitment portal lists five Graduate-in-Training opportunities with a closing date of 28 July 2026.
Available ATNS Graduate Internships
- 1. Business Processes and Continuous Improvement Graduate Programme
- Listing reference: atns_
- Job category: Administrative support
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Internship
- Remuneration: Market related
- Description: This graduate programme provides workplace exposure in business processes and continuous improvement. Applicants must have completed a diploma or degree in a field relevant to ATNS business needs.
- 2. Information and Knowledge Management Graduate Programme
- Listing reference: atns_
- Department: Business Services
- Number of opportunities: One
- Job category: Media and information
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Internship
- Remuneration: Market related
- Qualifications: Diploma in Records Management or related field (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s degree in Information Science or related field.
- 3. Logistics and Fleet Management Graduate Programme
- Listing reference: atns_
- Job category: Transport and logistics
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Internship
- Remuneration: Market related
- Description: Suitable for graduates with qualifications related to logistics, fleet management, transport or other related business requirements.
- 4. Occupational Health, Safety and Environment Graduate Programme
- Listing reference: atns_
- Department: Business Services
- Job category: Safety, Health, Environment and Quality
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Internship
- Remuneration: Market related
- Qualifications: Completed a three-year qualification in Environmental Studies (NQF Level 6).
- 5. Aviation Security Graduate Programme
- Listing reference: atns_
- Job category: Administrative support
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Internship
- Remuneration: Market related
- Description: Provides workplace exposure within the ATNS aviation environment. Applicants must have completed a relevant diploma or degree aligned with the position.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following general requirements: Be South African citizens. Have completed a relevant diploma or degree. Have no more than one year of full-time work experience in their field of study since graduating. Be computer literate. Meet the specific qualification requirements of the programme for which they are applying. Applicants should carefully read the complete requirements attached to their preferred programme before submitting an application.
What the ATNS Programme Offers
- Structured 24-month development programme
- Practical workplace exposure
- On-the-job training
- Technical development
- Professional development
- Mentorship and coaching
- Continuous monitoring of graduate progress
- Market-related monthly salary
Is Permanent Employment Guaranteed?
Completing the graduate programme does not automatically guarantee permanent employment. After 24 months, ATNS may consider placing a graduate permanently in a suitable position. Any appointment depends on available opportunities, organisational requirements, the graduate’s performance, demonstrated competence, and the graduate’s qualifications and skills.
Documents Applicants Should Prepare
Applicants should prepare the following documents as part of the online application: An updated CV; A certified copy of the South African identity document; Certified copies of academic qualifications; A complete academic record; Any additional supporting documents requested for the selected programme. Ensure all information in the online application is accurate and complete.
How to Apply for ATNS Graduate Internships 2026
Applications must be submitted through the official ATNS recruitment portal. Steps:
- Open the ATNS recruitment portal
- Locate the preferred Graduate-in-Training opportunity
- Check the listing reference number
- Open the vacancy and read the complete requirements
- Register a profile or sign in to an existing account
- Upload an updated CV and the required documents
- Complete and submit the online application before the closing date
Applicants may apply for an opportunity through the ATNS recruitment portal rather than email or hand delivery. The five listed programmes were still displayed as current opportunities when checked on 15 July 2026.
Application Closing Date
Applications for the ATNS Graduate-in-Training Programmes close on 28 July 2026. Graduates are encouraged to apply early to avoid last-minute issues, as incomplete or late applications may not be considered.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants who are not contacted within three weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful. ATNS supports workplace diversity and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The organisation may fill the positions in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan.
About ATNS
Air Traffic and Navigation Services is responsible for providing air traffic management, communication, navigation, surveillance and aviation-related services. ATNS also operates an Aviation Training Academy that offers aviation and safety-related training in South Africa and other regions.
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