Field-Service Engineer Internship

Abbott; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is offering a Service Engineer Intern role in Johannesburg. You will gain hands-on exposure to installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of advanced diagnostic instruments while working with experienced field service professionals.

Eligibility includes a completed Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Clinical, Mechatronics, or Biomedical Engineering, with a valid driving licence and willingness to travel within Gauteng. Immediate start is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed diploma or degree in one of the listed engineering fields.
• Must have a valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
• Based in Gauteng with willingness to travel locally.
• Available to start immediately; not currently employed or interning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and servicing of diagnostic instruments.
• Support major product upgrades on diagnostic systems.
• Provide basic technical troubleshooting and service support at customer sites.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer support.

Education

Electrical Engineering

Clinical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Job description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We continuously innovate and anticipate changes in medical science and technology, helping people live healthier lives at every stage.

Working at Abbott means joining a company that values growth, development, diversity, and innovation. You'll have the opportunity to build your career with a globally recognized organization consistently ranked among the world's most admired companies and best places to work.

The Opportunity

Abbott Core Diagnostics is seeking a Service Engineer Intern to join our Johannesburg team.

Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics worldwide, supporting healthcare professionals with critical information used to diagnose and monitor hundreds of medical conditions.

As a Service Engineer Intern, you will receive hands‑on exposure to the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of advanced diagnostic instruments while working alongside experienced field service professionals.

You will Learn

• Perform system installations, repairs, and servicing at customer sites.
• Support major product upgrades on diagnostic systems.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and service support.
• Assist customers with basic operational and troubleshooting guidance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer support.
• Deliver proactive maintenance and service interventions.
• Develop technical expertise on Abbott diagnostic instruments and technologies.

Minimum Requirements

• Completed ( i.e you cannot be currently studying ) - National Diploma or Degree in:
• Electrical Engineering
• Clinical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• You must have a valid drivers Licence , and Ideally your own vehicle (reliable daily access to a vehicle.)
• Residing in Gauteng and willing to travel within surrounding areas.
• Available to start immediately.
• Please note you Cannot be currently working , or currently in an internship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call or email