Analytical Chemistry Intern — Hands-On Lab & Pilot Plant

Company : Sappie; Umkomaas; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappie in South Africa offers a one-year internship for recent graduates in Chemistry. You will work under the guidance of skilled mentors on laboratory and pilot plant experiments, gaining hands-on experience and a solid foundation for a professional career.

You will generate data, perform basic analyses, report results, and participate in maintenance of pilot plant equipment while developing practical laboratory skills and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.
• No prior experience required.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams).

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory and pilot plant experiments using Sappi's standard operating procedures
• Operate bench-top and pilot scale equipment
• Generate data and conduct basic analysis
• Report data from experiments and field testing in written reports and presentations
• Participate in maintenance and troubleshooting of pilot plant equipment

Education

Analytical Chemistry degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sappie in South Africa offers a one-year internship for recent graduates in Chemistry. You will work under the guidance of skilled mentors on laboratory and pilot plant experiments, gaining hands-on experience and a solid foundation for a professional career.

You will generate data, perform basic analyses, report results, and participate in maintenance of pilot plant equipment while developing practical laboratory skills and professional communication.