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Microbiology Technician Intern

CompanySGS
LocationCape Town
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 7, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Microbiology Technician Intern will perform laboratory testing and analysis while maintaining high standards of quality and integrity. The role involves working both independently and as part of a team to meet strict deadlines and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Internship Type
contract
Company Size
77229
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. Community Guidelines SGS encourages all fans of this page to participate in conversations through questions and comments. Any comments arising from persons sharing or reproducing any communications published by SGS is not controlled or endorsed by SGS. We want to promote an informative and enjoyable environment within this community. We therefore ask that you post content that is both relevant and respectful and you follow LinkedIn's Professional Community Guidelines. Posts will be removed if they are: - Offensive, defamatory, discriminatory or obscene - Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading - In violation of any intellectual property rights - In violation of any law or regulation - Abusive, harassing, stalking or attacking others - Trolling or deliberate disruption of discussion - Commercial solicitations or personal promotion - Spam or link baiting Intellectual Property Statement Except where expressly stated otherwise, all intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademarks, in any and all communications and materials in any form published by or on behalf of SGS are owned by © SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA (2025).
About the Role

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of personalities
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines
  • Works well under pressure
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Superb organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task and handle several issues simultaneously
  • Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when dealing with escalated issues
  • Relevant experience will be advantageous
  • Willing to work overtime
  • Willing to work shifts

Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in food science and/or microbiology/ biochemistry
  • Grade 12 / Matric
  • Must be currently unemployed

Additional Information

 

Be a South African citizen (be able to produce a valid South African ID document)

-Be between the ages of 18-30

-Must be currently unemployed

-Must have no criminal record

-Must be willing to relocate to Cape Town.

  • Exceptional Computer Literacy (use of MS Office suite – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • An affinity for data analysis
  • Strong research skills
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency in completing tasks.
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Self-motivated and high level of initiative

 

NB: If you do not receive any response in 2 weeks consider your application unsuccessful.

Key Skills
MicrobiologyFood scienceBiochemistryData analysisResearch skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsMicrosoft OfficeOutlookWordExcelPowerPointMulti-taskingProblem solving
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