Healthcare Diagnostics Field-Service Engineer Internship

Scholarly Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott offers a Field-Service Engineer Internship in Johannesburg for engineering graduates in electrical, clinical, mechatronics or biomedical disciplines. The role provides hands‑on training servicing diagnostic instruments and working with experienced field engineers at customer sites.

Ideal candidates completed a National Diploma or Degree and residing in Gauteng, ready to start immediately and willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed a National Diploma or Degree in one of the listed engineering fields.
• The internship is aimed at graduates ready to begin hands‑on technical training in healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, repair and servicing of diagnostic systems at customer locations.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and support under supervision of senior engineers.
• Participate in proactive maintenance and product upgrades as part of field-service activities.
• Gain exposure to equipment installation, commissioning and customer-facing service.

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

National Diploma or Degree in Clinical Engineering

National Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics Engineering

National Diploma or Degree in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Abbott offers a Field-Service Engineer Internship in Johannesburg for engineering graduates in electrical, clinical, mechatronics or biomedical disciplines. The role provides hands‑on training servicing diagnostic instruments and working with experienced field engineers at customer sites.

Ideal candidates completed a National Diploma or Degree and residing in Gauteng, ready to start immediately and willing to travel.