Internship: Laboratory X1 (12 month) at National Nuclear Regulator

Minimum requirements

• Completed NQF level 7 in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry
• No working experience, graduate in search of internship to gain experience
• Not have participated previously in any formal employment or internship/learnership programme
• Be a South African citizen
• Must be unemployed graduate under the age of 35
• Basic knowledge of radioactivity and radioactivity measurements is advantageous
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS office

Skills Development and Training focus areas

• Implementation on sample administration procedure which involves sample receipt, storage and processing.
• Receive relevant training on the various analytical techniques and use of instruments.
• Preparation procedures for various sample matrices.
• Training on the administration of portable instruments.
• Training the implementation of the Quality Assurance program.
• Training on the calibration of various instruments.
• Participate in all the above activities on a regular basis including assistance with the maintenance of all the laboratory infrastructure.

Required Competencies

• Pro-active
• Interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills and report writing skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure