If you’re a recent graduate looking to kickstart your career, Sappi offers a variety of internship programs to help you gain valuable, hands-on experience under the guidance of skilled mentors. Sappi is a global leader in the paper, pulp, and chemical industry, dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Here’s a look at the 22 unique internship opportunities currently available, covering various fields and regions in South Africa.
List of Sappi Internship Opportunities
1. Chemical Engineering Intern
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Perform laboratory experiments, operate pilot-scale equipment, generate and report data, maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
- Requirements: Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
2. Analytical Chemistry Intern
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Conduct experiments, operate lab equipment, report data, assist in equipment maintenance.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
3. Analytical Chemistry Intern
- Location: Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to the Pretoria internship with a focus on supporting plant operations.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
4. Supply Chain Intern
- Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Provide administrative support, assist with customer queries, and process orders.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business Administration, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
5. Supply Chain Intern
- Location: La Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to the Johannesburg position with a focus on inventory and scheduling.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
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6. Risk and Safety Intern
- Location: Ngodwana, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Conduct risk assessments, safety inspections, and participate in incident investigations.
- Requirements: Diploma or Degree in Risk Management or Safety, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
7. Risk and Safety Intern
- Location: Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to the Ngodwana internship with a focus on safety procedures.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
8. Risk and Safety Intern
- Location: Montrose, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to the other Risk and Safety internships with added focus on safety during maintenance.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
9. Human Resources Intern
- Location: Mandeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Prepare employment documentation, assist in recruitment processes, and resolve HR queries.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 14/11/2024
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10. Agriculture Intern – Avocado Farm
- Location: Howick, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Assist with farm management, safety compliance, and orchard expansion.
- Requirements: Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or Horticulture, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
11. Finance Intern
- Location: Montrose, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Conduct financial administration, prepare reports, and perform reconciliations.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Finance, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
12. Finance Intern
- Location: La Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to Montrose position with additional focus on financial management.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
13. Environmental Management Intern
- Location: Ngodwana, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Conduct environmental audits, assist with sustainability reports, and complete risk assessments.
- Requirements: Degree or Diploma in Environmental Science, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
14. Civil Engineering Intern
- Location: Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Oversee civil maintenance, conduct inspections, and monitor contractor work.
- Requirements: Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
15. Procurement Intern
- Location: Ngodwana, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Manage vendor data, expedite material delivery, and prepare procurement reports.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Business Administration, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
16. Procurement Intern
- Location: Mandeni, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to Ngodwana position, with a focus on contract compliance.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 13/11/2024
17. Information Security Intern
- Location: Rosebank, Gauteng, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Address technical IT problems, maintain security systems, and attend IT service queries.
- Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in IT or Cybersecurity, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 12/11/2024
18. Information Technology Intern
- Location: Montrose, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Assist in IT hardware and software support, manage upgrades, and attend to service desk queries.
- Requirements: Degree or Diploma in IT, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 12/11/2024
19. Information Technology Intern
- Location: Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to Montrose position with additional support for software systems.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 12/11/2024
20. Information Technology Intern
- Location: Ngodwana, Mpumalanga, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Similar to other IT internships, focusing on technical problem-solving.
- Requirements: As above.
- Deadline: 12/11/2024
21. Data Analytics Intern
- Location: Rosebank, Gauteng, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Provide solutions to data-related issues, conduct analysis, and support IT upgrades.
- Requirements: Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 12/11/2024
22. Engineer in Training – Industrial
- Location: Rosebank, Gauteng, South Africa
- Responsibilities: Conduct process mapping, support global process designs, and diagnose process variations.
- Requirements: BEng or BSc in Industrial Engineering, Grade 12/Matric, MS Office proficiency.
- Deadline: 08/11/2024
Sappi’s internship opportunities offer recent graduates a valuable stepping stone into the professional world. With placements across multiple disciplines—from engineering and environmental management to IT and human resources—these programs are designed to equip young professionals with practical experience, technical skills, and industry insights.
Not only do interns work on real-world projects, but they are also mentored by experienced professionals, ensuring a well-rounded learning journey.