Graduate Civil Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured internship training

Intern stipend

Mentorship from engineers

Regional project exposure

Future employment potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer for an internship in Soweto. The program provides hands-on experience across design, planning, and project support, under experienced engineers.

You will contribute to real-world infrastructure projects and gain practical knowledge essential for launching your career in civil engineering. You will learn to apply CAD tools, perform basic calculations, and assist with reports while developing teamwork and communication skills in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Strong academic record and keen interest in civil infrastructure.
• Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the preparation of civil engineering designs, drawings, and documentation.
• Conduct site visits and assist in monitoring construction activities under supervision.
• Perform basic engineering calculations for design tasks, such as earthworks and drainage.
• Gather and analyze data for feasibility studies and project planning.
• Support project management activities by maintaining records and assisting with reports.
• Learn and apply engineering software tools relevant to civil engineering design and analysis.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Data gathering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is eager to welcome a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to their esteemed engineering department in Soweto . This internship program is designed to provide comprehensive hands‑on experience across various civil engineering disciplines, including design, planning, and project support. You will work under the guidance of experienced engineers, contributing to real-world projects and gaining invaluable practical knowledge essential for launching your career in the field. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and develop within a supportive environment, making meaningful contributions to infrastructure development in Gauteng , and setting a strong foundation for future professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the preparation of civil engineering designs, drawings, and documentation.
• Conduct site visits and assist in monitoring construction activities under supervision.
• Perform basic engineering calculations for design tasks, such as earthworks and drainage.
• Gather and analyze data for feasibility studies and project planning.
• Support project management activities by maintaining records and assisting with reports.
• Learn and apply engineering software tools relevant to civil engineering design and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• A strong academic record with a keen interest in civil infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• A structured internship program providing comprehensive training.
• Competitive intern stipend.
• Mentorship from experienced civil engineers.
• Exposure to diverse civil engineering projects within the region.
• Potential for future full-time employment based on performance.