uYilo: Graduate Internship 2026

ByRainbow Time

uYilo invites motivated and qualified graduates to apply for its 2026 Graduate Internship program, offering an 11-month hands-on opportunity to gain valuable experience and mentorship in the rapidly growing field of energy storage. This internship is designed to equip participants with practical skills in laboratory quality management, battery testing, project management, and cutting-edge technologies, preparing them for impactful careers.

Interested candidates with relevant diplomas from the last three years are encouraged to submit their CVs, academic records, and cover letters by 20 October 2025 to [email protected] and join a dynamic journey toward powering the future.

  • Position: uYilo Graduate Internship 2026
  • Duration: Fixed term 11-month contract (1 February 2026 – 31 December 2026)
  • Location: Not specified
  • Closing Date: Friday, 20 October 2025

Purpose: This internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in energy storage, preparing graduates for impactful careers in this growing sector. Candidates should be highly motivated and are expected to take initiative. Working Hours: Working hours are strictly from 08:00 – 16:30 Mondays to Fridays. Work Plan: Interns will be actively involved in:

  • Laboratory quality management systems (ISO, SANAS), writing of SOPs, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), including safe handling of battery manufacturing materials and batteries.
  • Battery and raw chemical material handling and analysis.
  • Testing batteries and/or raw materials.
  • Day-to-day laboratory support activities.
  • Project management, including proposal writing, literature searches, experiment execution, reporting, and participation in mini research projects.
  • Participation in training sessions to strengthen technical, quality, and project management skills.

General Areas of Responsibility:

  • Assist with energy storage projects as per the operational plan.
  • Support laboratory activities by carrying out tasks aligned with your qualification and skillset.

Minimum Qualification: The program is aimed at graduates who have completed any one of the following from a University of Technology or TVET college within the last 3 years:

  • Diploma or Advanced Diploma in a chemistry field.
  • Diploma in an energy storage-related field.
  • Diploma or qualification in quality management systems, or a strong demonstrated aptitude for laboratory quality systems (ISO, SANAS, GLP).
  • Additional Requirements:
    • The program is not open to students enrolled for AY2026.
    • Failure to meet the minimum qualifications will result in automatic disqualification.

Personal Attributes and Skills Required:

  • Curiosity and passion for innovation.
  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong organising skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to contribute meaningfully within a team.
  • Willingness to work across disciplines such as chemistry and engineering.
  • Good time management skills, ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
  • Good presentation skills.

Application Instructions:

  • Application deadline: Friday, 20 October 2025.
  • Ready to power the future? Submit YOUR detailed Curriculum Vitae, full academic record, and a covering letter stating how you meet the selection criteria to [email protected]

Notes:

The Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. The Nelson Mandela University is committed to diversifying its staff profile in terms of its transformation agenda and will thus encourage candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds to apply.

The Nelson Mandela University will respond to all shortlisted candidates. Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can assume that their applications have been unsuccessful.