The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is offering an Internship: Temperature opportunity for a period of 24 months. The internship is aimed at graduates who want to gain practical experience in temperature metrology, scientific measurement, laboratory work and data analysis.
The internship offers a monthly stipend ranging from R6,758 to R8,878, depending on the applicant’s level of qualification. No prior work or internship experience is required. However, applicants who already have relevant work experience will not be considered for this particular internship.
Position: Internship: Temperature
Duration: 24 months
Stipend: R6,758 – R8,878 per month
Qualification: BSc Honours in Physics or related technical field
Experience: No prior internship or relevant work experience required
Location: NMISA
Reference: TQM-5078-9E
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Email: [email protected]
Email Subject: Internship_Temperature
About NMISA
The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is a Type 3A Public Entity established in terms of the Measurement Units and Measurement Standards Act, No. 18 of 2006.
NMISA is responsible for supporting the use of the International System of Units (SI) and other measurement units in South Africa. The organisation maintains the country’s national measurement standards and ensures that these standards remain comparable with international measurement standards.
Through its work, NMISA supports accurate and reliable measurements that are important to South African industry, trade, science and technology.
Internship Position
The purpose of the Temperature Internship is to provide a graduate with practical training and experience within the field of Temperature Metrology.
The successful intern will work in an environment where temperature measurements and standards are maintained and applied. The intern will assist with activities that support the dissemination of traceability from national temperature standards to industry.
The internship provides an opportunity for a suitably qualified graduate to develop practical laboratory skills while applying knowledge gained through university studies.
The role may involve scientific data analysis, laboratory automation, calibration activities, preparation of documentation and support for quality management requirements.
Stipend
The internship offers a stipend of: R6,758 – R8,878 per month
The exact stipend will be differentiated according to the applicant’s level of qualification.
The internship is for a fixed period of 24 months.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A BSc Honours degree in Physics or a related technical field.
- Knowledge of programming and laboratory automation.
- Knowledge of scientific data analysis and simulations.
- A strong understanding of data analysis, uncertainty and physics-based corrections.
- Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Applicants should also be able to demonstrate an understanding of scientific and technical concepts relevant to the position.
Additional Advantages
The following knowledge or experience will be an added advantage:
- Knowledge of temperature measurement systems.
- Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025.
- Understanding of the Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (GUM).
- A scientific publication record.
- Experience or exposure to international collaboration.
These additional areas are not listed as the primary minimum requirements, but applicants who have relevant knowledge may have an advantage during the selection process.
No Prior Work Experience Required
One of the important conditions of this internship is that no prior internship or relevant work experience is required.
Applicants who already have relevant work experience will not be considered for this position.
This makes the opportunity particularly suitable for graduates who have completed the required qualification but have not yet gained relevant professional or internship experience.
Applicants should therefore carefully consider the experience requirement before submitting an application.
Key Responsibilities
The successful intern will assist with a range of activities within the Temperature Metrology environment.
Responsibilities will include assisting with the calibration of temperature sensors. Calibration work is important for ensuring that temperature measurement equipment provides accurate and reliable results.
The intern will also assist with preparing calibration certificates and uncertainty budgets. This will provide practical exposure to the documentation and measurement processes used within a professional metrology laboratory.
Another responsibility will be assisting with maintaining accurate job records and documentation. Attention to detail will therefore be important, as measurement and laboratory records need to be accurate, complete and properly maintained.
The intern will also support compliance with NMISA’s Total Quality Management System (TQMS) and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
Additional duties will include supporting laboratory planning, including providing input relating to budgets and resources.
The position is therefore suitable for a graduate who is interested in combining theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory and scientific work.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities are also important because the role involves scientific measurements, data analysis and technical processes.
The successful candidate should demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn. As an internship is intended to provide practical development, the ability to learn new procedures and apply academic knowledge in a professional environment will be important.
NMISA is also looking for candidates who demonstrate integrity, reliability and accountability.
The ability to work independently as well as within a team is required. The candidate should also have creativity and innovative thinking, particularly when approaching technical or scientific problems.
How to Apply
Applicants must follow the application instructions carefully. Non-compliant applications will not be considered.
- Applications must be submitted by email to: [email protected]
- The email must use the following exact subject line: Internship_Temperature
- Applicants must submit only one application for this position.
Required Documents
Four separate PDF documents must be attached to the email.
The documents must not be combined into a single PDF.
The required documents are:
- CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Qualification certificate(s)
- Academic transcript
Each document must be named using the applicant’s surname and name, followed by the required label.
For example:
- Mokoena Thandi – CV.pdf
- Mokoena Thandi – ID.pdf
- Mokoena Thandi – Qualifications.pdf
- Mokoena Thandi – Transcript.pdf
Applicants should make sure that the names of the files follow the required format before sending the application.
Important PDF Requirements
All four documents must be submitted in PDF format.
Word documents will not be accepted. Photographs, JPEG or other image files will also not be accepted. Links to documents stored on Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox or similar platforms will not be accepted.
The CV must be a proper PDF created from a document, such as by saving a Word document as PDF. The CV must not be a scanned document or photograph.
The applicant’s full name, cellphone number and email address must appear at the top of the CV.
The academic transcript must be a clean, readable PDF containing the full record of marks. A photograph of the transcript will not be accepted.
The certified ID and qualification certificate may be scanned, but the resulting PDF documents must be clear and legible.
Applicants should check every attachment before sending the email to ensure that all four required documents are included and can be opened.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 25 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date and carefully check that all application requirements have been met.
Employment Equity and Disability
NMISA subscribes to and applies the principles prescribed by the Employment Equity Act.
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates who meet the requirements and who can contribute to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
NMISA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Verification and Personal Information
By applying for the position, applicants understand and consent to NMISA conducting certain verification checks where applicable.
NMISA may obtain a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the relevant authority for positions that require trust and honesty or involve the handling of cash or finances.
The organisation may also verify applicants’ educational qualifications and employment history.
Applicants voluntarily provide consent for NMISA to process their personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process.
This internship is an opportunity for a suitably qualified Physics graduate to gain practical experience in temperature metrology, calibration, scientific data analysis, laboratory processes and quality management. Applicants who meet the qualification requirements and have no prior relevant work experience should carefully follow the document and application requirements to ensure that the application is considered.