Internship: Library and Information Science at Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

About the job: 

• The CSIR has an internship opportunities for Library and Information Science in the Records Management and Archival Services Stream. The purpose of the Internship is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience in the library and information services field within a research and development environment. This position is based in Pretoria.
• This position reports to CSIR Archives and Records Service Manager

Key responsibilities:

Under supervision the Intern will be required to perform the following duties:

• Index archival research and corporate records.
• Conduct shelving and categorising of the archival records.
• Conduct collection audits and disposal of archival materials.
• Fulfil general Records Management and Archival duties (managing records on electronic system, maintain the Archive cleanliness of the Archive, check climate and gas control systems, shelving, digitisation).
• Assist clients with archives requests under the guidance of the Archivist and Archival technician.
• Participate in the special projects to keep abreast of trends.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Library/ Information science.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Customer service attitude.
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft PowerPoint / Excel.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Goal-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 

Whats in it for you? 

The CSIR offers:

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market-related remuneration packages.
• Total guaranteed salary packages which encompass contributions to the pension fund, risk insurance and medical scheme.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.                                                                              

Closing date: 11 May 2026