Company: SGS
Location: Sandton (Woodmead)
Industry: Food Safety & Quality Management
Employment Type: Contract Internship
Salary: Not disclosed
Closing Date: Not specified
Internship Overview
SGS is offering a Quality Intern position for graduates interested in food safety, quality assurance, and compliance systems.
This internship provides hands-on experience in a real production environment, focusing on quality systems, food safety standards, and digital tools used in modern operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing SmartFoodSafe software
- Support quality inspection processes and system testing
- Apply food safety programmes in real environments
- Assist with training teams on systems, KPIs, and CAPA processes
- Support corrective and preventive action systems
- Work with digital tools for compliance and reporting
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Diploma or Degree in:
- Food Technology
- Industrial Engineering
- Quality Management
- Or related field
- Understanding of quality systems and food safety principles (advantageous)
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt
Who Should Apply
- Graduates interested in food safety and quality systems
- Candidates seeking practical workplace experience
- Individuals interested in manufacturing or food production
- Applicants wanting to build a career in compliance and quality assurance
Benefits
- Exposure to global quality standards (FSMA & GFSI)
- Hands-on experience with quality management software
- Practical knowledge of food safety systems
- Opportunity to work with a global company
- Strong foundation for a career in quality assurance
Application Tips
- Tailor your CV: Highlight modules like Food Safety, Quality Management, or Production Systems.
- Mention software skills: Even basic Excel or data capturing experience helps a lot.
- Show attention to detail: Use examples (e.g., lab work, projects, audits).
- Keep your CV clean: 1–2 pages, clear headings, no spelling mistakes.
- Prepare documents early: ID, qualifications, and academic transcript.
- Apply early: Since there’s no closing date, positions may fill quickly.