Electrical Engineering Intern

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Mentorship from experienced electrical

Hands-on tools experience

Networking opportunities

Potential for future employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern in Durban to gain hands-on experience across circuit design, testing, and documentation. You'll work with senior engineers on real-world projects in a collaborative, on-site environment.

You will contribute to system design and testing, prepare technical reports, and learn about industry-standard tools. This internship offers mentorship and networking opportunities with potential for future employment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and theories.
• Familiarity with common electrical tools and test equipment.
• Strong desire to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with circuit design and schematic development.
• Support the testing and troubleshooting of electrical components and systems.
• Help in preparing technical documentation, including reports and assembly instructions.
• Conduct research on new electrical technologies and components as directed.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to join their team in Durban . This internship provides an invaluable opportunity for students to gain practical, hands-on experience in various aspects of electrical engineering within a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects, contributing to tasks related to system design, testing, and documentation. This is a fantastic chance to apply academic knowledge, develop essential skills, and explore career paths in electrical engineering in a supportive, on-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with circuit design and schematic development.


• Support the testing and troubleshooting of electrical components and systems.


• Help in preparing technical documentation, including reports and assembly instructions.


• Conduct research on new electrical technologies and components as directed.


• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.


• Perform basic laboratory tasks and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.


• Basic understanding of electrical principles and theories.


• Familiarity with common electrical tools and test equipment.


• Strong desire to learn and a proactive attitude towards tasks.


• Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions.


• Must be eligible to work in South Africa and be physically present at the office location.

Benefits

• Stipend provided for the duration of the internship.


• Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies.


• Mentorship from experienced electrical engineers .


• Opportunity to network with professionals in the field.


• Potential for future employment based on performance and company needs.