Quality Internship Programme at The SGS, Apply now!

Job Details

📍 Location: Woodmead, Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
🏢 Company: SGS
💼 Job Title: Quality Intern (Food Safety & Quality Systems)
🕒 Job Type: Internship (Contract)
🏭 Industry: Inspection / Food Safety / Quality Assurance

Company Overview

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Recognised globally as a benchmark for quality and integrity, SGS operates in over 2,600 offices and laboratories with more than 97,000 employees worldwide.

The company plays a critical role in ensuring safety, compliance, and quality across multiple industries, offering employees valuable exposure to international standards and best practices.

Job Overview

The Quality Internship (Food Safety & Quality Systems) provides graduates with hands-on experience in implementing food safety and quality management systems within a real operational environment.

You will support packing operations by assisting with the implementation and transition of the SmartFoodSafe software, gaining exposure to food safety regulations, quality standards, and compliance processes.

This internship is ideal for candidates interested in food safety, quality assurance, and industrial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing SmartFoodSafe software in packing operations
• Support transition and testing of quality inspection forms
• Learn and apply food safety programmes within operations
• Assist in migrating food safety systems into digital platforms
• Support training of operational teams on system usage, KPIs, and CAPA processes
• Help implement corrective and preventive action (CAPA) programmes
• Gain exposure to regulatory standards such as FSMA and GFSI
• Support quality system documentation and compliance processes

Qualifications

Education

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Diploma or Degree in:
  • Food Technology
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Quality Management
  • Or a related field

Experience

• No prior experience required
• Interest in food safety and quality systems is essential

Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with digital systems and software
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Organisational and time management skills

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong interest in quality and compliance
• Ability to work in a structured and regulated environment

Internship Tips

• Highlight relevant coursework in food safety or quality management
• Include any laboratory, production, or industrial exposure
• Showcase attention to detail and analytical skills
• Mention familiarity with quality systems or compliance standards
• Keep your CV clear, structured, and tailored to quality roles
• Emphasise your interest in food safety and regulatory environments

Benefits of Joining the Company

• Hands-on experience with global quality and food safety standards
• Exposure to real-world quality management systems
• Opportunity to work with advanced software tools (SmartFoodSafe)
• Learn about international compliance frameworks (FSMA, GFSI)
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Career development opportunities within a global organisation
• Valuable industry experience in quality assurance

Company Policy

SGS is committed to equal opportunity employment and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

The company follows strict ethical recruitment practices and does not require any payment during the hiring process. Applicants should be cautious of fraudulent job offers.

SGS maintains high standards of integrity, compliance, and professionalism, ensuring a safe and ethical working environment for all employees.