About the ATNS Graduate in Training Programme The ATNS Support Graduate in Training Programme is designed to provide graduates with an opportunity to successfully transition from university into the professional working environment. The programme aims to develop graduates into high-performing professionals by providing them with practical workplace exposure, technical development, professional development, mentorship, coaching, and on-the-job training. Graduates will have the opportunity to gain experience in a professional aviation and aerospace environment and develop skills that can support their long-term career growth. The programme is also intended to help graduates contribute meaningfully to the South African economy by developing the skills and experience required to become productive professionals. Programme Duration The graduate programme will run for 24 months. During this period, successful candidates will be exposed to: On-the-job training. Practical workplace experience. Technical development. Professional development. Mentorship. Coaching. Structured graduate development. Exposure to a professional working environment. The progress and development of graduates will be monitored throughout the 24-month programme. Potential Permanent Employment After successfully completing the 24-month programme, ATNS may consider placing a graduate in a permanent position within a suitable area of the organisation. Permanent placement is not guaranteed and will depend on: Business requirements and available opportunities. The candidate's performance. The candidate's skills. The candidate's competence. Suitable positions available within the organisation. Graduates are therefore encouraged to make the most of the training, mentorship, coaching, and workplace experience provided throughout the programme. Areas of Study Preference will be given to graduates who have completed qualifications in fields aligned with the skills required by ATNS. Relevant qualifications include: Information Technology and Computer Science Computer Science. Information Technology (IT). Data Science. IT Architecture. IT Governance. Strategic Management of Technology. Related technology or IT qualifications. Applicants should ensure that their qualification is relevant to the skills and requirements of the business. Minimum Requirements To be considered for the ATNS IT Graduate in Training Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements: Must be a South African citizen. Must have completed a relevant degree or diploma-level qualification. The qualification must be in a field aligned with the skills required by ATNS. Must have no more than one year of full-time work experience in their field of study since graduating. Must be computer literate. Qualification Requirements Applicants must have completed a relevant qualification in one of the following areas or a related discipline: Computer Science. Information Technology. Data Science. IT Architecture. IT Governance. Strategic Management of Technology. A relevant degree or diploma-level qualification may be considered, provided that it aligns with the skills required by the business. Work Experience Requirements Applicants must have no more than one year of full-time work experience in their field of study since graduating. This opportunity is therefore particularly suited to recent graduates who are looking to gain structured workplace experience and begin their professional careers. Skills and Competencies Applicants should be computer literate and able to adapt to a professional working environment. Candidates are expected to demonstrate: An interest in technology and IT. A willingness to learn and develop professionally. The ability to work in a structured environment. An interest in gaining practical workplace experience. The ability to adapt to new systems and processes. A commitment to professional development. Graduate Development and Support Throughout the 24-month programme, selected graduates will receive support designed to help them develop both technically and professionally. This includes: Mentorship. Coaching. Technical development. Professional development. Practical on-the-job training. Continuous monitoring of graduate development. The programme provides graduates with an opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world working environment while gaining valuable industry exposure. Location The programme provides work exposure at ATNS facilities in Johannesburg, including: ATNS Head Office – Bruma Aviation Training Academy – Johannesburg The advertised location is Bedfordview, Gauteng. Applicants should ensure that they are able to meet the location and workplace requirements associated with the programme. Who Should Apply? This opportunity is suitable for recent graduates who: Are South African citizens. Have completed a relevant IT or technology-related qualification. Have no more than one year of full-time work experience in their field since graduating. Are computer literate. Want to gain practical workplace experience. Are interested in the aviation and aerospace industry. Want to develop their technical and professional skills. Are looking for structured mentorship and career development. Are willing to learn and grow within a professional organisation. Employment Equity ATNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse workforce that broadly represents the people of South Africa. The position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS's Employment Equity Plan and the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 1998. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities are also encouraged to apply. How to Apply Interested and eligible candidates are required to register their CV and apply through the relevant ATNS recruitment portal or the application platform specified in the official vacancy advertisement. Applications must be submitted no later than 4 August 2026. Applicants are encouraged to ensure that their CV is updated and accurately reflects their qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. Late applications may not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date. Important Notice If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. ATNS reserves the right to make appointments in line with its operational requirements and employment equity objectives. Permanent employment after completion of the 24-month programme is not guaranteed and will depend on business needs, available opportunities, performance, skills, and competence. Job Summary The ATNS IT Graduate Programme 2026 is a 24-month graduate training opportunity designed for South African graduates with qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, IT Architecture, IT Governance, Strategic Management of Technology, or related fields. The programme offers graduates an opportunity to gain practical experience, technical development, professional training, mentorship, and coaching within the aviation and aerospace industry.