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Sappi: Analytical Chemistry Internship Programme 2020

December 2, 2019

Sappi South Africa is calling on qualified and interested individuals to apply for its upcoming Analytical Chemistry Internship Programme for the 2020 financial year.

Established in 1936, Sappi South Africa (SA) is a leading manufacturer of quality paper products and dissolved paper pulp. After a series of aggressive expansion efforts, the company diversified its product line to meet local and international demand. Today, they produce packaging and specialty papers, printing paper, biomaterials and bio-energy, to name a few.

Sappi SA is headquartered in Johannesburg and is the forerunner of Sappi Global, a multi-national company with operations spanning three continents including North America and Europe.

Sappi SA Analytical Chemistry Internship Programme

Through this internship, the successful candidate will be presented with an opportunity to acquire and develop essential skills, experience and competencies relevant to this field. The chosen intern will also be responsible for supporting business operations with various tasks and responsibilities within the intern programme.

The Analytical Chemistry Intern will be reporting to the SHEQ Superintendent and stationed in Sappi SA’s Stanger Mill. The incumbent’s primary tasks and responsibilities will include the following:

Provide assistance in chemical preparation
Provide support with verification and calibration of instrumentation
Conduct routine analyses as needed

Who should apply?

Only applicants who meet the programme’s minimum eligibility requirements will be considered for the positiion:

Must have completed all Analytical Chemistry theoretical modules with P1 and P2 the only subjects needed to graduate
Must be knowledgeable in the use of computers, particularly with Microsoft Office applications
Working experience not a requirement

What is the selection process?

Sappi SA employs a straight-forward and effective selection process when screening applicants for either internships or full-time positions.

Applicants able to meet the basic requisites are shortlisted by a line manager and the HR department
Interview invitations are sent to the qualified applicants
The interview is conducted with the HR and line manager present. The most suitable applicants are chosen based on the interview and CV
When needed, assessments are done to determine skill gaps or suitability for the job prior to potential employment
The line manager reviews the assessment results along with recommendations
An offer is made to the best candidate
The successful candidate will accomplish the required paperwork and will receive a start date upon accepting the offer

How do I apply?

Applicants who are able to meet the basic qualifications mentioned above will need to register an account on Sappi SA’s recruitment portal. Click here to start the registration process.

If you already have an account, kindly sign in and use the job requisition ID 26329 to easily locate the job listing.

Checkout more latest jobs opening at Sappi Careers Page

Application Deadline?

The deadline for submission of applications is on 6 December 2019.

Contact Information

For any further questions about this internship programme, get in touch directly with Sappi at careerssa@sappi.com. Do not send applications to this email address.

Click the link to view the Sappi SA Analytical Chemistry Internship Programme advert.

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Johnson & Johnson QC Lab Trainee Programme

October 16, 2019

Johnson & Johnson, a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest American corporations in terms of revenue, is looking for suitable South African graduates to apply for its QC Laboratory Trainee Programme at its East London location.

Established in 1886, Johnson & Johnson is a US-based multinational corporation that develops pharmaceutical products, consumer packaged goods and medical equipment. Its headquarters are in New Brunswick, New Jersey and has about 250 subsidiaries operating in 60 countries. During the 2015 calendar year, the company made $70.1 billion in worldwide sales with J&J products marketed in more than 175 countries.

Johnson & Johnson SA QC Laboratory Traineeship Programme

As a QC Laboratory Trainee at J&J South Africa, the successful candidate will gain exposure in performing laboratory routine analysis, following specifications and strict adherence to procedures. In addition, the traineeship programme aims to provide the trainee set skills needed to become a highly flexible and versatile Analyst in any lab environment. The duties and responsibilities of the QC Labortory Trainee are as follows:

Conduct regular verification of balances, ph and other lab equipment as scheduled by the Lab Analyst
Learn and adhere to routine work and lab standards
Must learn how to maintain cleanliness of lab equipment and electrodes and keep them in good working condition
Know basic equipment troubleshooting and operations
Ensure any equipment problems and malfunctions are promptly sent to a supervisor
Keep work areas organized
Make sure generated documents are vetted and verified
Effectively manage daily performance monitoring of lab equipment
Understand and comply with safety, health and environmental policies and GLP
Make sure all work and experience gained are recorded in Log Book
Learn and understand the use of Primary and Secondary standards

Who should apply?

Apply if you satisfy the following minimum requirements:

Completed Grade 12 or matric
Holds a BSc degree or National Diploma in Chemistry
Has basic knowledge of the Analytical environment
Able to employ root cause analysis
Solid interpersonal and communication skills
Assertive and effective in influencing others

What is the selection process?

Applicants should expect to go through theses application steps:

The hiring managers, recruiters and even team members will working together during the assessment and interview phase of the application
Depending on the position, interviews are conducted via phone, video or face to face
Those who get to go through additional interviews will be notified via email for the schedule and pertinent information about the next steps of the interview process
If successful, new hires will receive the job offer detailing the terms, benefits and other details of the position

How do I apply?

Qualified and interested parties who would like to apply for this traineeship opportunity will need to set up an account on the J&J careers page.

Click here to get started, or log in if you already have an account.

Use the position’s Requisition ID 6060191001 to quickly locate the Johnson & Johnson QC Lab Trainee 2020 advert.

Click the link to view the Johnson & Johnson SA QC Lab Traineeship Programme advert.

Application Deadline?

Deadline for submission of applications has not been set as of this writing.

Contact Information

You can reach Johnson & Johnson South Africa at 0860 410 032.

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L’Oréal Advanced Research Internship Programme 2020

October 15, 2019

The Advanced Research Internship Programme by L’Oréal South Africa is calling on highly qualified individuals to start sending in their applications as soon as possible.

L’Oréal is considered one of the largest cosmetics companies in the world. It specializes in skin care, hair colour, hair care, make up and sun protection. To date, L’Oréal markets more than 500 brands which includes over thousands of individual beauty products.

L’Oréal Advanced Research Internship Programme 2020

The successful applicant will be reporting to the Advanced Research Manager for the SSA division and will primarily be responsible for conducting technology development projects on African hair and skin care. This will include, but not limited to the following duties and responsibilities:

Perform theoretical and literature work investigation of available raw materials as well as their properties; identify RMs of interest
Conduct lab work including formulation trial specifications, quality check and relevant project management under manager’s supervision
Utilize the company’s internal digital tools in designing experimental work
Oversee pilot scale-ups and batches meant for consumer tests as needed
Schedule expert, instruments and consumer tests
Analyze and document test results
Collaborate with the larger R&I group

Who should apply?

Prospective interns will need to satisfy the programme’s basic qualifications:

Holds a degree in Chemical or Materials Engineering, Biochemistry or Chemistry or other related fields
Although not required, a postgraduate degree is an added edge
Work experience is not a requirement
Must have a high sense of urgency and entrepreneurial ethic needed to drive business outcomes
Possesses excellent organizational multitasking skills and commitment to deadlines
A valuable team player who leads by example
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Demonstrated coaching skills

How do I apply?

If you meet the minimum requirements listed above, click here to start the application process.

Click the link to view the L’Oreal SA Advanced Research Internship Programme advert.

Application Deadline?

No deadline for submission of applications has been set as of this writing.

Contact Information

Click here if you wish to know how it’s like to work in L’Oréal South Africa.

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Henkel SA Quality Control Internship Programme 2019

July 29, 2019

Henkel SA is reaching out to qualified individuals to apply and get a chance to be part of its Quality Control Internship Programme for 2019.

Henkel is a global company providing chemical and consumer goods since 1876. Its headquarters are in Dusseldorf, Germany and is split into three business units namely, Beauty Care, Adhesive Technologies and Beauty Care. Its popular brands include Peril, Loctite, Fa and a lot more.

Henkel announced sales amounting to more than 20 billion euros for the 2017 fiscal year with an 3.055 billion euro operating profit. In the same year, it reported having 53,700 employees, 80% of which work outside Germany.

Henkel South Africa Quality Control Internship Programme 2019

The successful candidate responsible for carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

Provide assistance with the day-to-day operations of the Quality Control department and make sure all relevant daily activities are taken care of in the most courteous, timely and accurate manner, all in accordance with present business unit standards
Test finished goods, raw materials and intermediates in line with prescribed guidelines across all business units within Adhesive Technologies
Communicate with site departments regarding completion of relevant QC activities
Provide support with continuous improvement activities within the QC department
Assist the Product Development and Customer Services team with development and research initiatives
Provide assistance in issues concerning Quality Non-conformance

Career Options

The company does not guarantee employment once the intern successfully completes the Henkel SA Quality Control Internship Programme.

Requirements or Eligibility

The ideal candidate must meet the following minimum programme requirements in order to be considered for the internship.

Must have a degree in science in Engineering or Chemistry
Solid time management and organizational skills
Good personal and influencing skills
Interpersonal effectiveness
Able to work well within a team
Superb written and verbal communication
Must be highly analytical and can process adjustment calculations
Above average capability in numeracy, literacy and the use of computers

Click the link to view the Henkel SA Quality Control Internship Programme advert.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants will need to go to Henkel SA’s recruitment portal and create a user account to be able to apply. Click here to start registering an account.

You may also need to upload the following documents:

Updated CV
Certificates, diplomas, graduation diploma and overview of grades compiled into one (1) PDF file

Make sure to upload your requirements at the same time for a faster review process.

Opening and Closing Date

No deadline for submission of applications has been set as of this writing.

Contact Information

Click the link for more details about Henkel SA.

https://www.henkel.com/careers/why-henkel/what-we-offer

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SRK Environmental Scientist Internship Programme

July 9, 2019

SRK Consulting, an international consulting firm servicing the mining and metals industry, is calling on qualified individuals who would be interested in joining its Environmental Scientist Internship Programme in the company’s Durban location.

SRK provides focused solutions and advice to companies in the water and earth resources. In the mining sector, SRK offers a range of services such as conducting feasibility studies for exploration, production, mine planning to mine closing. Established in 1974, SRK is currently backed over by 1,400 employees in more than 45 offices operating around the world.

SRK Environmental Scientist Internship Programme

The selected intern will be working under the Partner in the Environmental Group in SRK’s Durban office. This is an opportunity for the incumbent to obtain valuable work experience in a wide range of environmental assessment as well as the potential to discover individual goals within the organization.

The internship includes collaborating with teams from different teams on a wide variety of projects and may also involve travel abroad. In addition to a competitive compensation package, the successful candidate will also have a chance to buy company shares. As an independent company, the SRK Group is owned and operated by its employees.

Career Options

The SRK Environmental Scientist Internship Programme offers the intern an opportunity to work in the company after the successful completion of the internship period.

Requirements or Eligibility

In order to qualify, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

Must hold a degree in BSc Honours in Chemistry or Environmental Science or in BSc Chemical Engineering
BSc Hon Environmental Science graduates must have a prior undergraduate BSc degree
Solid computing skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
Experience in computer programming and GIS is a plus
Have a strong sense of values and ethics
Must be highly organized and efficient
Excellent communication skills
Must have a valid drivers’s license

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are required to register an account on SRK’s careers page. Be ready to upload a copy of your CV once done with the registration process.

Click the link below to start the registration process:

https://srk.amrislive.com/wizards_v2/srk/applyForm.php