Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Hands-on, 12-Month)

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is offering a 12-month internship opportunity in Gqeberha, South Africa, for recent graduates in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. This internship provides hands-on experience within the automotive manufacturing sector, allowing candidates to assist engineering and production teams while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Recently completed qualification in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Recent graduate status (0–1 year experience).
• Some practical or internship experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day‑to‑day engineering and production activities.
• Support process optimisation and continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct basic data analysis and reporting.
• Assist with troubleshooting and problem‑solving on the production floor.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support project delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Education

Qualification in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Profile Personnel is offering a 12-month internship opportunity in Gqeberha, South Africa, for recent graduates in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. This internship provides hands-on experience within the automotive manufacturing sector, allowing candidates to assist engineering and production teams while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.