About the job: The CSIR has an internship opportunity in the Mandela Mining Precinct, which is hosted within the CSIR Hosted National Programmes. The purpose of this internship is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience through research and development of competitive technologies and innovative products under the guidance of researchers and engineers within cross-functional teams. These positions are based in Johannesburg. For more info about the Mandela Mining Precinct, please visit https://www.csir.co.za/mandela-mining-precinct Interns will be working with MMP collaborator organisation(s) as their line managers, with MMP Managers supporting. This position reports to the Rock Engineer Key responsibilities: Literature review of previous research done locally and internationally within the field of geosciences and its applications aligned to the programme; Assist and support with underground trials at various mine sites; Engage with researchers and stakeholders involved within the programme projects; Conduct research work/tasks related to technologies, as assigned by project leads/programme manager; Report on processes and results; Attend and present on results where required; Perform general administrative tasks as required by project leaders. Qualifications, skills and experience: A minimum of a BSc Honors degree in Geology or Geophysics or Physics and Mathematics; Mineral Resource Management qualification will be an advantage; Experience within the mining environment will be an added advantage; Proficient in Microsoft suite of programmes; Good numerical skills; Good attention to detail. Must have clear/no criminal record; Must have a valid South African Driver's license. All international qualifications require an evaluation report / certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Short-listed candidates are subjected to a prescribed medical test / assessment, as it is a requirement in the mining sector. Applicants must provide a detailed CV and an academic record What's in it for you? The CSIR offers: Learning and development opportunities. Competitive and market-related remuneration packages. We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards. Closing date: 06 July 2026 PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. For more info, please email us at Recruitmentinfo@csir.co.za. Please do-not send applications to this mailbox, it is only for inquiries. The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the Employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from Designated Groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant¿s educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.