Careers
Job opportunities
Corporate job opportunities
The world of Volkswagen South Africa is a fast-paced and exciting one involving constant innovation, cutting-edge technology and design, and an ever-changing industry both locally and globally. So if you’re looking for a career that’ll take you places, introduce you to dynamic new concepts and provide an exciting and challenging work environment, contact us to discover the positions currently available at Volkswagen South Africa. If it’s the best you’re after, we already have something in common.
- Should you wish to submit your CV for consideration for any vacancies, please email jobqueries@vwsa.co.za.
- Should you wish to find out more or to apply for a position on our trainee programmes, please see below:
Volkswagen Trainee Programmes
At Volkswagen, we’re constantly looking to give a hand up to those who reflect the same innovation and initiative as the Volkswagen brand itself. Our range of Volkswagen Trainee Programmes offer developmental opportunities through the integration of academic knowledge and practical skills. These include:
-
Graduate Trainee Programme
Designed for motivated, driven and dedicated individuals who possess excellent communication skills, leadership potential and an above average academic record. This is a 12 month intensive training programme including Personal Development, Leadership Development and On-the-job Training which will provide graduates with a solid foundation from which to build their careers. Interested graduates must have one of the following qualifications: University degree, 3 year Technikon diploma or post degree/diploma in various fields.
The Programme is aimed at individuals currently in their final year of study. Provision will be made to recent Graduates with a maximum of 12 months formal work experience.
For more information about the Graduate Trainee Programme, including views from previous Graduates, visit the Graduate Trainee Programme Page.
-
Technician Trainee Programme
A 12 month Programme, giving trainee’s Experiential training covering P1 and P2 requirements of their degree/diploma. This programme is specifically based on Electrical, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering areas. The training period spans between 6 to 18 months and once completed, trainees may then be considered for the Grad Trainee Programme. The required qualifications for this programme include an S2 to S4 Engineering diploma.
-
Bursary Programme
This programme is aimed at providing financial assistance as well as experiential training for students studying towards a qualification that is in a critical skills area. Bursaries are awarded according to specific company needs. The training is between 2 and 4 years in duration (depending on the qualification being obtained) and 2nd, 3rd and 4th year students can apply.
Applications for the above Graduate Trainee Programme are open from 1 June to 15 August each year.
Job opportunities within Dealerships
The Dealership network is responsible for the sales and after-sales service of Volkswagen vehicles and consists of over 120 franchised Dealerships countrywide. The Dealer network is supported by the Volkswagen Dealer Academy, which ensures that all employees at the Dealerships receive extensive support, on-going training and relevant career development. Our Dealers have the competitive advantage because the Dealer Academy attracts, retains and develops the best people in the industry.
Several permanent Sales Executive positions are available at various Volkswagen Dealerships in Gauteng, Cape Town and KZN. We seek professional, dynamic, results-driven individuals with a real passion for the Volkswagen brand. A successful track record in a target-driven sales environment is essential! Matric is a minimum requirement and a related tertiary qualification is an advantage.
Excellent earning potential and career opportunities await! If you are a committed career seeker and would like to be associated with a winning team, click here.
