Exxaro Graduate-in-Training (PIT) Internship Programmes for 2026

Exxaro invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for their Graduate-in-Training (PIT) Internship Programmes for 2026. These opportunities come with several available fields and offer full-time training, mentoring, and real-world experience. The closing date for applications is 08 December 2025.

Every year, Exxaro opens the door for young South Africans to join one of the country’s most respected mining and renewable energy companies. These programmes are designed to help recent graduates move from classroom knowledge to real workplace skills. If you have been looking for a chance to kick-start your career with a well-known organisation, this programme is worth your attention.

Exxaro is known for its commitment to sustainability, energy innovation, and community development. Through the Professional-in-Training structure, graduates don’t just gain short-term exposure; they gain training that helps prepare them for long-term careers and possible professional registration in their chosen fields.

Why This Programme Matters

Many graduates struggle to enter industries like mining, engineering, finance, and renewable energy because they lack workplace experience. Exxaro created the PIT programme to solve exactly that problem. As a Professional-in-Training, you are placed directly in business operations in Limpopo or Mpumalanga and given real responsibilities from the start. You learn from experts, work on projects that matter, and slowly build the confidence and experience you need to grow.

Because each programme follows a structured learning path, graduates get a chance to move from basic tasks to more advanced responsibilities as they gain experience. Exxaro also offers mentoring, coaching, and opportunities for growth inside the organisation.

Below is a full breakdown of the programmes available in 2026.

Graduate-in-Training: Community Development (PIT)

This field focuses on supporting communities around mining operations. It is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people and helping improve community well-being.

Qualifications Needed
A bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Sociology, Development Studies or similar areas.

Requirements

• Passion for community upliftment
• Willing to work in mining communities
• Strong interest in social impact work

Duties You Will Do

• Support community projects
• Conduct community research
• Help plan social investment programmes
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders
• Compile progress reports and project updates

Graduate-in-Training: Information Management (PIT)

This field suits graduates who enjoy working with systems, data, and technology.

Qualifications
Degree in Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, or Data/Information Management.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of databases and ICT systems
• Strong analytical and documentation skills

Duties

• Support system analysis projects
• Assist with data management
• Update information repositories
• Work with cross-functional ICT teams

Graduate-in-Training: Communications (PIT)

If you enjoy writing, media, and storytelling, this programme is ideal.

Qualifications
Degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or Media Studies.

Requirements

• Strong writing and communication abilities
• Ability to create content for various audiences

Duties

• Assist with media relations
• Draft internal newsletters and press content
• Support campaigns and events
• Help manage communication platforms

Graduate-in-Training: Occupational Hygiene (PIT)

This role focuses on workplace safety, environmental monitoring, and hygiene standards.

Qualifications
Degree in Occupational Hygiene, Environmental Health, or Occupational Health.

Requirements

• Understanding of OHS legislation
• Willing to work in operational environments

Duties

• Conduct hygiene surveys
• Assist with hazard identification
• Monitor environmental conditions
• Support compliance reporting

Graduate-in-Training: Financial Accountancy (PIT)

Perfect for graduates who want to enter finance, auditing, or accounting.

Qualifications
BCom in Accounting or Financial Accounting.

Requirements

• Good numeracy
• Basic understanding of financial systems

Duties

• Support reconciliations and reporting
• Assist with budgeting
• Maintain documentation
• Participate in audits

Graduate-in-Training: Mechanical Engineering (PIT)

This programme welcomes engineering graduates who enjoy problem-solving and operational work.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Requirements

• Willing to work in plant or mining areas
• Understanding of engineering principles

Duties

• Assist with maintenance planning
• Support engineering projects
• Monitor equipment performance
• Help improve engineering processes

Graduate-in-Training: Renewable Energy (PIT)

This field is ideal for graduates passionate about green energy and sustainability.

Qualifications
Degree in Renewable Energy, Environmental Sciences (Energy), or Electrical Engineering (Renewables).

Requirements

• Interest in solar, wind, or hybrid energy systems

Duties

• Support renewable energy projects
• Assist with feasibility studies
• Monitor energy system performance
• Help with sustainability initiatives

Graduate-in-Training: Data Sciences (PIT)

If you enjoy maths, coding, and analytics, this field is a strong option.

Qualifications
Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, AI, or Machine Learning.

Requirements

• Ability to work with data tools and coding languages

Duties

• Analyse datasets
• Support digital transformation
• Build predictive models
• Assist with automation initiatives

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online through Exxaro’s official careers portal or via LinkedIn vacancies.

Prepare the following documents:

• Your updated CV
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Academic transcripts
• ID document

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: COMMUNICATIONS (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANCY (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: RENEWABLE ENERGY (PIT) HERE

APPLY FOR THE GRADUATE-IN-TRAINING: DATA SCIENCES (PIT) HERE

Apply for the field that matches your qualification and interests.